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Bookworms' side hustle leads to physical store
The Mysterious Bookcase started as a side hustle for owners Ally Fir and Matt Rawlins.
Their bespoke and unique approach garnered them enough attention on TikTok to enable them to open a physical store this summer.
One of the most popular aspects of the business is the Blind Date With A Book kits, in which customers are sent a book, chosen by Ally and Matt, based on their tastes and preferences.
The couple spoke to 麻豆社 Radio Solent's Steve Harris.
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