I think we are lucky in Aix to have such a good English-language bookshop, especially when independent bookshops seem to be having a hard time. Book-in-Bar have a number of author-readings throughout the year and also run their own book discussion group. Here is their agenda:
Saturday, Ian McEwen……………………………27 Sept
State of Wonder, Ann Patchett…………………25 Oct
Invisible, Paul Auster……………………………..29 Nov
The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald…………20 Dec
Cat’s Table, Michael Ondaatje……………………31 Jan
Montana, Larry Watson…………………………..28 Feb.
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During our time in Aix, my kids and I visited Book in Bar a couple of times. We all loved it!good selection of new and used books, friendly staff and excellent location!
I too love the trend to café/bookstores in communities – they deserve all our support!