Our Story
A journey of passion for books and community building in India
Our Journey
The Book Nook was founded in 2010 with a simple mission: to create a welcoming space for book lovers in India.
The Beginning
Started as a small book corner in a cafe with just 100 titles, focused mainly on Indian literature.
Expanding Horizons
Moved to our current location, expanded our collection to over 5,000 titles across multiple languages.
Community Focus
Launched our event space and began hosting regular author meetups, book clubs, and children's reading sessions.
Meet Our Team
Our knowledgeable and passionate team is what makes The Book Nook special.
Ananya Sharma
Founder & Owner
A lifelong book lover with 15 years of experience in the publishing industry. Ananya founded The Book Nook to share her passion for literature with the Indian community.
Rajiv Mehta
Store Manager
With an encyclopedic knowledge of books and 10 years of retail experience, Rajiv ensures that every visitor finds exactly what they're looking for.
Priya Deshmukh
Children's Literature Specialist
A former elementary school teacher, Priya curates our children's section and runs our popular storytelling events.
Vikram Joshi
Events Coordinator
A writer himself, Vikram brings his creativity and connections to organize our author events, workshops, and community gatherings.
Meera Patel
Regional Literature Expert
Fluent in five languages, Meera helps us source and recommend the best of Marathi, Hindi, and other regional literature.
Arjun Nair
Book Buyer
With a finger on the pulse of publishing trends, Arjun ensures our shelves are stocked with the latest and greatest titles.
Our Values
These principles guide everything we do at The Book Nook.
Community First
We prioritize building relationships with our customers and the local community.
Literary Diversity
We celebrate works from all cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.
Local Heritage
We take pride in promoting regional literature and local authors.
Innovation
We embrace new ideas while honoring the timeless tradition of reading.
Our Community Impact
At The Book Nook, we believe in giving back to the community that has supported us throughout our journey. Here's how we're making a difference:
Literacy Programs
We've donated over 5,000 books to local schools and libraries to promote literacy.
Author Platform
We've provided a platform for over 100 local authors to showcase their work.
Sustainable Practices
Our packaging is eco-friendly, and we run a book recycling program.
Partner With Us
Are you an author, publisher, or community organization? We'd love to collaborate with you on events, book launches, and other initiatives.