A cozy new chapter is beginning for a local bookstore on wheels. The Littlest Bookshop, a traveling children’s bookstore, opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Leesburg on April 1. A grand opening celebration is scheduled for April 12.
The shop will be inside King Street Collective — a marketplace that hosts more than a dozen small businesses under one roof. King Street Collective is located at 26 N. King St., Leesburg.
Founded by Brianne Lopez, The Littlest Bookshop gained a following through its selection of children’s books and emphasis on connection. The new space will continue on those themes by offering a space for families to gather, browse, and linger.
“The Littlest Bookshop was created in the middle of motherhood — in the messy, beautiful, overwhelming, fleeting days of raising my kids,” says Lopez. “I found myself wanting to hold onto it all just a little tighter… the stories before bed, the quiet snuggles, the wonder in their eyes.”
The new space is designed less like a traditional retail shop and more like a cozy extension of a home, according to Lopez.
“I didn’t just want to sell books. I wanted to create a space that feels like those moments,” Lopez says. “A place where families can slow down, connect, and find magic in the ordinary. Where childhood is protected and celebrated… and where motherhood can feel a little softer too.”
The Littlest Bookshop’s grand opening event on April 12 will include snacks, crafts, and a story time. Space is limited and spots can be reserved on their Instagram.
Feature image courtesy The Littlest Bookshop
