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Book Quote by Gabrielle Zevin

“Bookstores attract the right kind of folk. Good people like A.J. and Amelia. And I like talking about books with people who like talking about books. I like paper. I like how it feels, and I like the feel of a book in my back pocket. I like how a new book smells, too.” quote by Gabrielle Zevin
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““Bookstores attract the right kind of folk. Good people like A.J. and Amelia. And I like talking about books with people who like talking about books. I like paper. I like how it feels, and I like the feel of a book in my back pocket. I like how a new book smells, too.””

Gabrielle Zevin

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin, 2014

The speaker loves the tactile, sensory experience of books and enjoys sharing that passion with like readers.

In simple terms: Books feel and smell good, and sharing them is rewarding.

Key Takeaway

Seek out fellow book lovers and cherish physical books.

Themes

literature community sensory experience

Mood

nostalgic warm enthusiastic

Type

reflective inspirational

When to use this quote

  • bookstores
  • reading clubs
  • gift giving
  • personal libraries

Key Concepts

tactile pleasure shared enthusiasm

Questions to Reflect On

  • What sensory details make reading special for you?
  • How can you foster book‑talk in your community?
A Different Perspective

Digital formats lack the same physical intimacy.

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