King Street is getting a read-iculously good addition next month. Ladybird Books, an independent bookstore, will open at 299 King Street (in the former Quiksilver space) in late October.
The 1,760-sqft space will feature shelves stuffed with best-selling literary fiction, contemporary Southern fiction and nonfiction, culture-driven cookbooks, and a “How to be a Human” section for memoirs and thought-provoking reads.
Over the past 15 years, bookshop owner Summer Anderson has reviewed and recommended titles through her platform Summer Says.
Photo by Ladybird Books
Summer Anderson, who founded Ladybird Books, says she wants the shop to be a space that hosts events, readings, and lively conversations — a welcoming third place where people can connect and linger. Fun fact: Ladybird Books is the official bookseller of the 2025 Charleston Literary Festival in November.
The bookshop will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Stay tuned for an official opening date.
