“If there is one thing that survives humanity, let us hope it’s books”-Julian Colbeck

Who We Are

My name is Kimberly Hill and I’m the Owner of Hill’s Bookstore. I am a US Navy Veteran and a lover of books. I have dreamed of owning a bookstore and I’d love your help to move my “pop-up” concept bookstore into a brick & mortar retail space. The Hill’s Bookstore Mission is to provide an environment suitable to uplift the Hollister community by providing an inclusive atmosphere to exchange ideas, gather, and learn together.

The day I introduced myself and my business to Hollister, I had over 200 comments of people saying the same thing: “Hollister needs a bookstore!” I aim to make my bookstore not only a place to buy books, but a place to escape reality and come together as a community. Your contributions are greatly appreciated, and we hope to reflect that in our “perks”.

Since February 2024, I have operated as a “Pop-Up” concept business to gain awareness and the response from the community has not only been heart-warming (and amazing!) but it has proven that Hollister believes in a community bookstore!

What We Need & What You Get

• Hill’s Bookstore will use your contributions to secure a retail space lease and begin renovations to make it YOUR space. This includes bookshelves, lighting, furniture and, of course, books!  We are asking for $60,000 and your contributions, no matter how big or small, will help alleviate loan burden and bring a diverse selection of books and gifts to Hollister.
• Not Just a Product, A Service: The space we want to create for Hollister won’t be just a place to buy books, but we promise exceptional service and curation. We aspire to become a haven and gathering space for small groups, like book clubs, and create a chance to network with other people who love what you love, BOOKS!
• Uplifting the Community: Once we achieve funding for a brick & mortar store, we hope to use as many community resources to make this process a reality and eventually create a space to highlight a few local vendors, authors, and even exceptional students.
• Perks for your contributions:
  • $15-Hill’s Bookstore gives you our deepest thanks!
  • $35- Hill’s Bookstore “Prologue” Tote bag (Available for pick up by September 2024)
  • $75- Hill’s Bookstore “Prologue” Unisex T-shirt (Available for pick up by September 2024)
  • $115- Make a book recommendation that will be displayed in our store for the Grand Opening
  • $250 includes $115 perk + Your Name(s) in our Special Art Feature
  • $500- Everything in $250 perk + 2 tickets to our Donor & Friends Night before Grand Opening
  • $1000- Receive EVERY perk plus a total of 4 tickets to our Donor & Friends Night before Grand Opening

Other Ways You Can Help

Whether or not you are able to contribute, word of mouth is one of the best gifts you can give a small business. Please spread the word by sharing on social media or discussing over coffee.

You can also support us by visiting our pop-ups and shopping online at https://HillsBookstore.com 

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We can’t wait to see you!