It’s that time again (yay!)
Time for me to introduce you to another one of our *amazing* Kent Mums in Business…
We really do have *so* many fantastic businesses in the County which are owned and run by incredible local Mums, and I think it is so important to celebrate them and show them what a great job they are doing.
This month I have the pleasure of introducing you to the lovely Sara Collings.
Sara is a new Mum and the proud owner of Sara’s New Chapter - an Independent Usborne Partner specialising in beautiful, educational, high-quality books for children of all ages.
I recently spent a lovely morning with Sara (and the most adorable driving force behind her business!)
We caught up over a cuppa, I got to see her doing what she loves and she told me all about her business and why it means so much to her:
Tell us about your business and what services you offer?
I have recently started a new chapter in my life, becoming a Mum to my gorgeous little boy Harry, which is where Sara’s New Chapter was born. My own bookshop.
I’m a bookworm, I always have been, and when the opportunity arose to join the Usborne family I jumped at the chance.
Usborne is one of the world’s leading independent children’s book publishers and a proud family business creating brilliant books for all children from 0-14+ years. I also help to provide books for schools and nurseries to boost their bookshelves without touching any of their budgets.
What do you offer to your clients that no-one else does?
Having a small business means so much to me, I really am incredibly passionate about reading and books.
You are not just buying books from me. I can provide recommendations, assistance to get the right book for your children, I really do love to bring a personal touch.
Where does your inspiration come from?
My inspiration and drive comes from my family.
Becoming a Mum has made me even more determined to be there for my son, setting up my bookshop is giving me the flexibility to support my family. While I fully embrace technology and all that it offers, I strongly believe there is nothing quite like snuggling up to read a book together.
I love reading, learning and having the chance to share Usborne’s high quality, beautiful books with other families means a great deal to me.
What is your favourite part of your job?
Seeing the joy and excitement when a little person gets a new book. One of my customers sent me a video of his 2-year-old son thanking me for his books! It melted my heart! Another favourite part of my job is receiving my book deliveries and then preparing my customers wonderful orders.
If you are looking for some beautiful, educational books for your own little one(s) or as a gift idea for someone close to you, please visit Sara's website here and give her your support on social media:
Claire x