The Book Keeper
The Book Keeper is a fabulous indie bookstore centrally located in Sarnia's Northgate Plaza. We carried a huge assortment of new adult and children's books, games, puzzles, toys, home decor and giftware.
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Last updated on Apr 5th, 2026
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New Release Tuesday — bookstore highlights
The Book Keeper celebrates New Release Tuesday with two Spring Booksellers' List titles released on 2026-04-28 and a free in-store Wednesday evening event featuring a local author. Stop by to browse fresh cosy mystery, new adult, cosy horror, and this weeks poetry pick.
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Signed copies of The Bear Fairy
The Book Keeper hosted Ontario author Paul Coccia and is offering a limited number of signed copies of The Bear Fairy. Stop by the store to pick one up or visit the listing at the provided URL to view the item online while stock lasts.
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Canadian Independent Bookstore Day donations
The Book Keeper in Sarnia reported $2238.00 raised for Literacy Lambton on April 27, 2026 during Canadian Independent Bookstore Day. A $1000 gift from Steve Chitovas on behalf of the Chitovas-Lawton Foundation, plus matching donations from Susan, helped reach the total as the store marked its 46th year in the community.
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Canadian Independent Bookstore Day draw winners announcement
The Book Keeper announced the Canadian Independent Bookstore Day draw winners on 2026-04-26, listing winners for Teen, Kids, and Adult prize packs and noting that Kim Colborne won $196.44 back as store credit. Winners can pick up their prizes anytime at the store, per the announcement.
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Post: Thank you for Canadian Independent Bookstore Day
The Book Keeper thanked customers for joining Canadian Independent Bookstore Day, observed on 2026-04-25, and celebrated seeing both familiar and new faces. The post invites readers to share their favourite thing about independent bookstores in the comments and closes with a cheerful happy reading message.
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Canadian Independent Bookstore Day social post
The Book Keeper is celebrating Canadian Independent Bookstore Day on April 25, 2026 and inviting customers to visit local booksellers. Check the post and the hashtags #cibd2026 and #indiebookstore for participating stores and real time updates.
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Reminder to register for CIBD National Contest
The Book Keeper asks customers to register purchases for the CIBD National Contest on 2026-04-25, noting the shop produced a past winner. Use the hashtags #cibd2026 and #shoppingspree when sharing the moment.
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Sales Books — Buy 2 Get 1 Free
The Book Keeper celebrates Canadian Independent Bookstore Day on 2026-04-25, open 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with a Buy 2 Get 1 Free offer on sales books, early bird goodie bags, multiple prize draws, a Librofm Golden Ticket audiobook prize, and a national contest for a $1000 shopping spree. Drop in for deals, photo moments, and several chances to win throughout the day.
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Canadian Independent Bookstore Day — In-store celebration
The Book Keeper in Sarnia is hosting an in store Canadian Independent Bookstore Day celebration on 2026-04-25 from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Visit for early bird goodie bags, multiple prize draws including a chance to win your purchase back, a Golden Ticket Librofm audiobook prize, and a buy two get one free sale on sale books.
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CIBD In-Store Features and Promotions
The Book Keeper is celebrating Canadian Independent Bookstore Day on 2026-04-25 from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM in Sarnia, with early bird goodie bags, Buy 2 Get 1 Free sales books, a Librofm Golden Ticket for a 12 month audiobook credit bundle, and a chance to win a 1000 dollar shopping spree in the CIBD National Contest. Stop by for prize draws, the new photo station, and festive in store fun.
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Saturday shop local message
The Book Keeper shared a short upbeat message urging people to shop local, using hashtags that highlight community support and independent bookstores. Keep an eye on their social channels for any follow up details about hours or special offers tied to their Saturday post.
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Mother's Day gift bundle
The Book Keeper is offering a Mother's Day gift bundle for $50, assembled at an in store Pick & Pair station and ready to give on May 10, 2026. Each bundle includes a curated book, an artsy bookmark, a Bean'Stock Inc. bath bomb, five chocolates, and a small surprise; drop in while quantities last.
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Promotional social post
The Book Keeper posted a short Saturday reminder on April 22 urging people in Sarnia to shop local and support community businesses, tagging CIBD 2026 and indiebookstore. Follow The Book Keeper's social feed for any additional updates tied to the hashtags used in the post.
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Social post promoting Indie Bookstore Day
The Book Keeper shared a lively social post using CIBD2026 and local Sarnia hashtags to invite the community to celebrate Indie Bookstore Day this Saturday. The message signals the store is participating in the national campaign and encourages shoppers to support independent booksellers in the Sarnia area.
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New Release Tuesday — graphic novels
On 2026-04-21 The Book Keeper’s New Release Tuesday spotlights graphic novels, adding three new titles from the Spring Canadian Bookseller's List. Expect curated visual previews and bookseller recommendations celebrating creative and expansive work from contemporary graphic novel creators.
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Shop Local Saturday social post
On April 20, 2026 The Book Keeper posted a Shop Local Saturday message aimed at Sarnia residents, using hashtags tied to Community Independent Bookstore Day 2026. The short reminder encourages local support for indie bookstores and small businesses this weekend.
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Staff attendance at women's leadership conference
The Book Keeper sent staff to The Jean Collective’s Lambton Women’s Leadership Conference on April 18, where Julie and Robin enjoyed networking and talks from speakers such as Helen Cole and Indira Naidoo-Harris. The outing doubled as team bonding and a chance to celebrate Robin’s new role, shared with congratulatory hashtags.
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Most Recommended Book Ask
The Book Keeper invites readers to name the book they recommend most and to explain why in the comments on April 19, 2026. It is a friendly community prompt for swapping short endorsements and discovering new titles you might want to read next.
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Streets of Sarnia highlight: Flamingo Drive
The Book Keeper is spotlighting Flamingo Drive as part of its Streets of Sarnia series, inviting readers to visit the store or the linked page to learn more. This neighborhood focused feature is part of an ongoing series that highlights local streets and community stories in Sarnia.
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Mini Brands Books
The Book Keeper has Mini Brands Books in store and online, featuring over 40 collectible minis including rare variants. Stop by the shop to browse the display or visit the product page at the provided link to start building your collection.
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Short social post about reading
On 2026-04-16 The Book Keeper posted: "This weather is perfect for reading." The short prompt links to their newsletter at mailchi.mp for curated reading suggestions and further details.
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Golden Ticket Giveaway (12 free audiobooks)
On April 25, 2026 The Book Keeper will hide a Golden Ticket in store for Canadian Independent Bookstore Day, and the person who finds it will receive 12 free audiobooks from Libro.fm. Drop by the shop that day for a chance to win and to join the local celebration.
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Author Talk and Book Signing
Gary May leads an author talk about his novel Unburdening at The Book Keeper on April 29 at 7:00 PM, followed by a book signing. The free community event includes an intro video from the author and welcomes readers and neighbors to attend.
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Canadian Independent Bookstore Day event
The Book Keeper is marking Canadian Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026, inviting the community to celebrate a local bookseller that has been in business for 46 years. Follow The Book Keeper on its channels for announcements about in store promotions and special activities tied to the day.
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New horror releases (New Release Tuesday)
The Book Keeper’s New Release Tuesday spotlights a curated list of new horror releases published 2026-04-14, highlighting striking covers and expanded representation among authors. Browse the full selection and follow links to each title on the Book Keeper list page at https://sarniabookkeeper.com/lists/LcaDIVm6CmTQ.
