free and open to anyone with a quiet mouth and a good book. happy hour prices all night for the readers. this is part of our unique little bookstore and series of sideways book events called 12 books.

*the first one was like a scene from mary poppins – and i mean that in a good way. the room is resplendent and cozy and perfect for stiff drinks and the sound of pages turning. occasional outbursts of laughter (and local conversation) = good. this is not a meditation retreat.

christopher frizzelle says:
“The Reading Party. Silent sustained reading at a bar, because no one wants to read alone.” and christopher, the stranger’s super smart editor, wrote a lovely slog post about why we should read together at the sorrento. read on here…