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        • Four Seasons Books Annual Book Club Yuletide Exchange​
        • Marc Harshman: Dispatch from the Mountain State at Four Seasons Books
        • Nations Apart with Colin Woodward - BOOK LAUNCH @ FOUR SEASONS BOOKS
        • Empire of the Dawn Tour
        • A Season of Thanks: Appalachian Dinner & Book Signing with Chef Jimmy Profitt
        • A Place Called Yellowstone with Randall K. Wilson - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • ​With Stars in Her Eyes by Andie Burke - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • The Shattering Peace with John Scalzi - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • Alchemised Midnight Release Party
        • Pucking Strong Book Release Tour with Emily Rath & Navessa Allen - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • The Maiden and Her Monster by Maddie Martinez - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • Potomac Fever Author Event + Nature Walk
        • Midnight on the Potomac: An Evening with Scott Ellsworth
        • Meet Sarah Blue at Four Seasons Books
        • An Evening with Sarah Beth Durst — The Enchanted Greenhouse
        • Freedom and the Freedmen's Bureau in West Virginia by Dr. John Stealey
        • Book Launch: Trans History with Alex L. Combs & Andrew Eakett
        • An Evening with John Gilstrap and Rob Mario— BURNED BRIDGES Launch
        • They Poisoned the World by Mariah Blake
        • A Spellbinding Night with April Asher & Tif Marcelo
        • Boozy Book Fair at Devil’s Due Distillery
        • Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees
        • Gothictown by Emily Carpenter
        • Allison Gunn with Andrew Joseph White
        • Timothy Janovsky and The Merriest Misters
        • A Short Film and Conversation with Katharine Hayhoe
        • Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller
        • Livvy & Libby in Conversation: A New Lease on Death by Olivia Blacke feat. Libby Klein
        • Girls With Slingshots: 20th Anniversary Signing with Danielle Corsetto
        • Freedom Was in Sight: A Graphic History of Reconstruction in the Washington, D.C., Region
        • Trans Kids, Our Kids
        • Strange Folk by Alli Dryer
        • The Naming Song by Jedediah Berry
        • Tiny Worlds of the Appalachian Mountains with Artist Rosalie Haizlett
        • Andie Burke // Fall For Him // Author Discussion & Book Signing
        • Compound Fracture by Andrew Joseph White
        • LOVE IN THE STACKS WITH SARAH ADLER & AVA WILDER
        • Jordan Ifueko & Namina Forna
        • Mystery & Thriller Panel
        • Never Have I Ever, Bookseller Edition | Independent Bookstore Day
        • Beto O'Rourke | Book Signing & Discussion
        • Legacy: Wisdom of African Traditions & the Bible | Chris Morehouse
        • An Equal Piece of Justice | Lee Doty
        • The Bible Reexamined: Eve Is a Hero, Mary Is Not a Virgin, Jesus Is Not the Way
        • Kate Albus
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        • Spooky Boozy Book Fair
        • The Scribble Society | Middle Grade Graphic Novel Club
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Meet Our Team

Owned & Operated by Women, Curated for All​

KENDRA GOLDSBOROUGH

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OWNER

Pop Up Book Clubs
Forgotten Authors Book Club
​Well Read Book Club
CONTACT KENDRA

CHELSEA
​SEMONCO

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CHILDREN’S BOOK MANAGER

After Dark Book Club
​Fantasy Book Club
Romantasy Book Club
Banned Book Club
​Horror Book Club
SciFi Book Club
Middle School Book Club 
CONTACT CHELSEA

JULIA
​YOUNG

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EVENTS
​MANAGER 

​Feminist Rage Book Club
DarkRomance Book Club
Monster/Shifter Book Club
Maas-Verse Book Club
​Thriller/Mystery Book Club
Banned Book Club
​Pop-Up Book Clubs
​The Circle | A Lunar Book Club
CONTACT JULIA

JEAN-ANNE
PUGH

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BOOKSELLER



​Visit us today in Shepherdstown, West Virginia and experience the magic of independent bookselling at Four Seasons Books.

THE STORY OF US

VISIT US TODAY

Four Seasons Books has a rich history that mirrors the enduring love for literature. Established by passionate book lovers, our bookstore has evolved into a cultural cornerstone, fostering a vibrant reading community. We're more than a store, we're a gathering place for those who appreciate the written word. 
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Whether you're a lifelong bookworm or just beginning your reading journey, Four Seasons Books Welcomes you with open arms. Discover the joy of exploring our shelves, engaging with fellow book lovers, and immersing yourself in the world of literature.

SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS




​​Established in 1991, Four Seasons Books is an independent bookshop located in the university-town of Shepherdstown in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Situated approximately 90 minutes from the nation's capital, Four Seasons carries a variety of new and used books, greeting cards, puzzles, games, and gift items. Four Seasons Books is a woman-owned bookstore that welcomes authors, book clubs, book events, as well as private after hours store rentals. 
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When you shop at Four Seasons Books, you're not just supporting a local independent bookstore; you're also contributing to the vitality of our Shepherdstown community. We take pride in being a part of the local economy and strive to offer an exceptional shopping experience.
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FOUR SEASONS BOOKS 

HOURS

​​Monday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

CONTACT INFORMATION

[email protected]
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(304) 876-3486

BUSINESS ADDRESS

Four Seasons Books
​114 W. German St.
P.0. Box 70
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
@fourseasonsbooks

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    • ​Read Local, Snack Local
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  • About Us
    • Loyalty Rewards
    • Community Partners >
      • First Fridays at Four Seasons Books >
        • Shepherdstown Author Fair Application
      • Read Aloud West Virginia
      • Appalachian Studies
      • Contemporary American Theater Festival
      • Appalachian Queer Film Festival
      • Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History & Education
      • George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of the Civil War at Shepherd University
      • American Conservation Film Festival
      • Writers Conference at Shepherd University
    • Date Nights
    • Private Rentals
    • Staff Picks
    • Blog | FSB Substack
  • Book Clubs
    • Feminist Rage Book Club
    • Romance Book Clubs >
      • After Dark | Smutty Book Club
      • Romantasy Book Club
      • Dark Romance Book Club
      • Monster/Shifter Romance Book Club
    • Sci-Fi Book Club
    • Middle School Book Club
    • The Banned Book Club
    • Maas-Verse Book Club
    • Thriller/Mystery Book Club
    • Cozy Book Club
    • Fantasy Book Club
    • Horror Book Club
    • Series Studies >
      • The Hunger Games
      • Fly or Die Book Club
    • Semi-Regular Book Clubs >
      • Recent Reads Book Club
      • Well Read Book Club
      • Forgotten Authors Book Club
      • The Circle | Full Moon
    • Pop-Up Book Clubs
    • Knot Just Knitting
    • Affiliate Program
  • Events & Signings
    • Poetry & Prose: An Evening with Steve Scafidi & Devin Kelly
    • Fundamentals of being a good girl book tour with Julie Murphy & Sierra Simone
    • Scorched Earth with John Gilstrap
    • Shepherdstown Author Fairs >
      • Streetfest Author Fair
    • Virtual Events >
      • Obsidian Hearts Book Club Discussion: Lights Out with Navessa Allen
      • The Bane Witch with Ava Morgyn
      • Horror Happenings with CJ Dotson & Cynthia Pelayo
    • Independent Bookstore Day
    • Past Events >
      • Author Events >
        • Four Seasons Books Annual Book Club Yuletide Exchange​
        • Marc Harshman: Dispatch from the Mountain State at Four Seasons Books
        • Nations Apart with Colin Woodward - BOOK LAUNCH @ FOUR SEASONS BOOKS
        • Empire of the Dawn Tour
        • A Season of Thanks: Appalachian Dinner & Book Signing with Chef Jimmy Profitt
        • A Place Called Yellowstone with Randall K. Wilson - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • ​With Stars in Her Eyes by Andie Burke - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • The Shattering Peace with John Scalzi - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • Alchemised Midnight Release Party
        • Pucking Strong Book Release Tour with Emily Rath & Navessa Allen - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • The Maiden and Her Monster by Maddie Martinez - Book Launch @ Four Seasons Books
        • Potomac Fever Author Event + Nature Walk
        • Midnight on the Potomac: An Evening with Scott Ellsworth
        • Meet Sarah Blue at Four Seasons Books
        • An Evening with Sarah Beth Durst — The Enchanted Greenhouse
        • Freedom and the Freedmen's Bureau in West Virginia by Dr. John Stealey
        • Book Launch: Trans History with Alex L. Combs & Andrew Eakett
        • An Evening with John Gilstrap and Rob Mario— BURNED BRIDGES Launch
        • They Poisoned the World by Mariah Blake
        • A Spellbinding Night with April Asher & Tif Marcelo
        • Boozy Book Fair at Devil’s Due Distillery
        • Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees
        • Gothictown by Emily Carpenter
        • Allison Gunn with Andrew Joseph White
        • Timothy Janovsky and The Merriest Misters
        • A Short Film and Conversation with Katharine Hayhoe
        • Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller
        • Livvy & Libby in Conversation: A New Lease on Death by Olivia Blacke feat. Libby Klein
        • Girls With Slingshots: 20th Anniversary Signing with Danielle Corsetto
        • Freedom Was in Sight: A Graphic History of Reconstruction in the Washington, D.C., Region
        • Trans Kids, Our Kids
        • Strange Folk by Alli Dryer
        • The Naming Song by Jedediah Berry
        • Tiny Worlds of the Appalachian Mountains with Artist Rosalie Haizlett
        • Andie Burke // Fall For Him // Author Discussion & Book Signing
        • Compound Fracture by Andrew Joseph White
        • LOVE IN THE STACKS WITH SARAH ADLER & AVA WILDER
        • Jordan Ifueko & Namina Forna
        • Mystery & Thriller Panel
        • Never Have I Ever, Bookseller Edition | Independent Bookstore Day
        • Beto O'Rourke | Book Signing & Discussion
        • Legacy: Wisdom of African Traditions & the Bible | Chris Morehouse
        • An Equal Piece of Justice | Lee Doty
        • The Bible Reexamined: Eve Is a Hero, Mary Is Not a Virgin, Jesus Is Not the Way
        • Kate Albus
      • Book Release Parties >
        • Allison Gunn with Andrew Joseph White
        • Onyx Storm Midnight Release Party >
          • Fly or Die Book Club
        • Onyx Storm Midnight Release Party
        • Wings of Fire | Limited Edition | Release Party
        • Midnight Maas | House of Flame and Shadow
      • Community Events >
        • Shop Indie Local Holiday Weekend at Four Seasons Books
        • Spooky Boozy Book Fair
        • The Scribble Society | Middle Grade Graphic Novel Club
        • Love - Lit - Lounge: Valentine’s Day Book Club
        • Shepherdstown Book Festival
        • Jennifer L. Armentrout & John Gilstrap
        • Shepherdstown Cozy Crawl
  • SHOP
    • Indie Exclusive Preorder Campaigns
    • Books Featured in Upcoming Book Signings
    • SIGNED COPIES >
      • Pucking Strong Tour (Emily Rath & Navessa Allen) Signed Copies
    • Shop Banned Books on Bookshop
    • Audio Books >
      • SHOP AUDIOBOOKS
    • Bookshop.org
    • Gift Cards (in-store) >
      • Check Gift Card Balance
  • Contact
    • Used Books
    • Newsroom
    • Employment
  • For Authors
    • Event Requests >
      • Author Event Request
      • Publisher/Publicist Request Form
      • Shepherdstown Author Fairs
      • Private Rentals
    • Published
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    • Amazon KDP
  • Holiday Gift Guide
    • Mini Bookseller's 2025 Holiday Picks
    • Kendra's 2025 Holiday Picks
    • Julia's 2025 Holiday Picks
    • Chelsea's 2025 Holiday Picks
    • Jean Anne's 2025 Holiday Picks
    • Gabriella's 2025 Holiday Picks
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