Love bookstores? Get a load of these novels set in scenic bookshops


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For a book lover, the only thing better than a great book is a great book that’s about books. Photo: AP

There is a place in every decent-sized city where all the world’s problems could be solved, if we would pay attention.

I’m talking about bookstores (or, maybe even better, libraries). Their treasures of knowledge may be why, all of a sudden, there are so many books set in stores.

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