To add a library to a house is to give that house a soul. – Cicero

Given that line of thinking, that’s what a great bookstore probably does for a city.

Ten years ago, Barnes and Nobles was a a novel idea to me.  I was so amazed how one can just read its books on the floor or on couches and no one hovering over you to buy it.

Luckily for us, the idea came around our part of the world and the likes of Fully Booked and Powerbooks have brought the joy of books to a whole new generation.

Then having watched You’ve Got Mail, and you would have another peg for a great bookstore.  Well, it just so happens that THAT SHOP AROUND THE CORNER exists in Baguio!

Just like Kathleen in the movie, ask Padma about a book and she'll know where it is exactly, if they have it on stock and other tidbits about it.

My children just loves going through their children’s books selection, and they also have regular story-telling sessions for the kids.

A wonderful corner for kids

They even have hard to find books just waiting for you to get your hands on it.  A friend went from store to store in Manila, then was surprised he didn’t have to leave Baguio to get his copy of the “Shadow of Doubt”!

But the experience doesn’t end there, they have regular art exhibits, even poetry reading and guest artists dropping by to give its regular patrons more to look forward to, and new ones to become eager converts.

even their wall art is a must-see

I felt so bad missing her performance, she's a Swiss-Ilocana and her music is so soft and unique because she infuses it with the native beats and instruments

They have new and preloved books, are even open to buying your old books.  They practice conscious business policy of promoting recycled bags, and would give you the option to having your purchases wrapped or not.

If you happen to be in Baguio, this is one stop you’d want to take.

Visit Mt. Cloud at Casa Vallejo, Upper Session Road, Baguio City

Thank you Mt. Cloud for supporting local authors! This personal mastery planner is the dream project of my friend Andy. He has poured so much energy into this that it is so encouraging to have you support him.

Live a life worth leaving your children,

Theresa