Once Upon a Time,

a little girl from El Paso, Texas fell in love with Robin Hood (the fox!). Years later, in the downtown square of Clifton, Texas, my new love is taking root—a place where beloved pages meet steaming mugs and where love stories leap off the shelf and into your hands. Happily Ever After is more than just a bookstore or a café. It’s a haven for our hopeless romantic hearts, slow-burn obsessions, and all of us who believe in the magic of a perfect meet-cute. Thank you Iris & Arthur Abbott (iykyk)!

I hope stepping into this space feels like stepping into your favorite romance novel—complete with cozy reading chairs and coffee as sweet (or spicy!) as you like. Whether you’re here for a Pride and Prejudice re-read with a lavender latte, a blind date with a mystery paperback, or a “Read & Rosé" book club night, I believe your happily ever after starts here.

Come for the books. Stay for the love stories (and the espresso).

xoxo,

Stephanie