Ashley Michael And Cici England Discuss All Things Books

Ashley Michael sits down with Cigi England to talk about her journey to Tennessee, her passion for books, and her growing impact on the Cookeville community. Cigi reflects on how her love of reading has guided her entrepreneurial path. The two discuss the creation of The Exceptional Bean—a non-profit coffee shop built entirely through local support to employ individuals with special needs—and the boutique and antique offerings Cigi has cultivated. They also dive into the books that inspire their work, including Shopkeeping by Peter Miller and We Might Just Make It After All by Elyce Arons.

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