Copperfish Books

Just a totally normal day at the bookstore—nothing to see here. Just us, our books, and a few *minor costume choices. 🎃📚👻 Happiest Halloween from our spooky (but very well-read) crew!

If you needed an excuse to stop by... it’s New Release Tuesday! 🎉

Big thank you to the wonderful Kristin Owens for a fantastic evening at Copperfish Books! Not only did she share her incredible stories and insights into writing “Elizabeth Sails”—a cozy shipboard mystery full of unexpected self-discovery, forgiveness, and a truly awesome buffet—but she also brought treats: prosecco and cupcakes! A perfect combo if you ask us. 😉

We have a few signed copies of Elizabeth Sails available, so come grab one while they last!

Good news! The Punta Gorda Farmers Market will be OPEN this Saturday, October 26!

Wise words from C.S. Lewis to kickstart your day! ❤️

“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.”

Happy New Release Tuesday! 🎉 New books hot off the press and ready to find their forever home…on your shelf!

When life feels overwhelming, sometimes the best comfort can be found in the pages of a book. Whether you're seeking some form of escape, wisdom to ground you, or stories to soothe your little ones, we've curated a selection of comforting reads for every mood. 💛

We hope you can take a moment for yourself or your family to relax, breathe, and find a little peace today!

Join us for our first author event of the season on Thursday, October 24th, at 6:00 pm when author Kristin Owens presents her debut novel, “Elizabeth Sails”! Perfect for fans of “The Bookish Life of Nina Hill” and “The Jetsetters,” “Elizabeth Sails” is a shipboard cozy mystery that features an unintended quest for self-discovery, forgiveness, and an awesome buffet!

Register for this event through our website. We hope to see you there!

Back to our regularly scheduled programming! Here are the books that were published last week and this week. Whether you’re looking for a distraction or a new favorite, we're here for you. ❤️

Our next door neighbors at Ästhetik skincare helped us a great deal when we were preparing our store for Hurricane Milton. Let’s keep helping our neighbors and supporting our local businesses! ❤️

We’re open today 10 am - 2 pm (shortened hours) with Cathy and Serena on duty! So if you need a book, a bit of a/c, or a respite from hurricane clean up, come see us! We might not have internet (still out as of Friday afternoon), but we still may be able to take credit cards. Cash would be best, if you can!

FYI

Milton tried, but he didn’t get in. We’re so happy to report that Copperfish Books had no water intrusion and our team is ok. We’ll be back to business as soon as power returns and we can put the store back in order. Hoping for a Saturday reopening but it may be Tuesday. We’ll keep you posted. To all residents and businesses affected and cleaning up from the storm, we send our love and hopes for a speedy recovery. ❤️

Thank you to Eli and Ben for helping us seal up our doors. Shutters are up and we’ve prepped the store as much as we can. Hoping for the best!

HURRICANE CLOSURE: Copperfish Books will be closed until sometime after Hurricane Milton passes through. We hope everyone in the storm's path are working on their preparations, as we are.

Our Mostly Fiction Book Club will now meet next week on Wednesday, October 16 at 6 pm. And, as always, new books will still come out on Tuesday, but we’ll hold off on our usual new release email until things settle down.

Please stay safe, everyone—we’re all in this together. We're hoping for the best for our community and all of Florida. ❤️

Hey friends! The deadline to register to vote is October 7th, and we can’t stress enough how important it is to make your voice heard. 🗳️ Voting is one of the best ways to show up for the community, support the changes we care about, and have a say in our future. Every voice counts so let’s be sure to make a difference together!

Support your Downtown Punta Gorda Businesses with a city wide Sidewalk SALE on Saturday, October 12, 10 am-3 pm!! 🛍🛒 At Copperfish Books, you’ll find special deals out on our front porch. AND we will donate 10% of our total sales (both inside and outside items) on Saturday to the United Way of Charlotte County’s Disaster Relief fund.

📅 Date: Oct 12, 2024
📍 Location: Downtown Punta Gorda
W e’re hosting a Downtown Recovery Block Sale to support our local shops affected by Hurricane Helene. From discounted goods to salvageable products, there are tons of deals to be had. Every purchase helps a business recover and reopen We’re hosting a Downtown Recovery Block Sale to support our local shops affected by Hurricane Helene. From discounted goods to salvageable products, there are tons of deals to be had. Every purchase helps a business recover and reopen doors.

Introducing our October book club picks for Mostly Fiction, Thrills & Chills, and Romance! 📚 Check our website for all the details!

HUM (10/9): “A wife and mother who--after losing her job to AI--undergoes a procedure that renders her undetectable to surveillance...with unforeseen consequences.”

WHEN CICADAS CRY (10/15): “ A high-profile murder case and a killer who’s watching. John Grisham meets Harper Lee in this stunning debut by a South Carolina attorney.”

BELLADONNA (10/22): “A deliciously deadly gothic romance. Full of poisonous deeds, spectacular secrets, and dark mysteries. “

Happy New Release Tuesday! Looks like some holiday books are already slowly sneaking in... 🎄👀

Hello, friends! Hurricane Helene came and went, and we hope everyone stayed safe through the storm. It was a reminder of how unpredictable life can be, but there’s one constant we can always count on: a great book. Our staff has been diving into some amazing reads lately, and we wanted to share what’s been on our shelves. Whether you're unwinding after the storm or just looking for your next escape, we hope you find something you’ll love. ❤️

It’s the morning after Hurricane Helene. If you were affected by the storm, we hope you’re doing ok. We know there was/is significant flooding in Punta Gorda, and our hearts go out to our neighboring businesses who are dealing with issues and cleanup. From what we know, the bookstore faired well, for which we are very thankful. We will remain CLOSED TODAY and we encourage everyone to stay off the roads. We’ll be open again on Saturday 10-4 if you’d like to come in for a post-storm respite.

In light of Hurricane Helene approaching, we’ll be closed this Thursday to ensure everyone’s safety. However, we're open today from 10 AM to 5 PM, so feel free to stop by!

Please note: our Romance Book Club meeting scheduled for this evening has been postponed. We’ll announce the new date soon.

We’ll be monitoring conditions for Friday, and if Helene is kind to us, we’ll be open regular hours! 🤞

Thanks so much for your understanding. Stay safe and cozy—and remember, books make the best storm companions! 📚❤️

Clear your TBR list, because 22 new books just dropped! 📖🔥

It’s ! This week, we’re highlighting the importance of the freedom to read and shining a light on books that have faced challenges or bans. Let’s celebrate diverse voices and ideas, and !

What’s your favorite banned book, and why? Let’s chat about it!

Happy Birthday to the Master of Horror, Stephen King! 🎉👑 We’ve got plenty of his books on our shelves—perfect for this time of year if you’re in the mood for a good scare. 😉

We’re open 10-4 today—stop by and celebrate with us!📚👻