Hill’s Bookstore. Photo by Adam Bell.
Hill’s Bookstore. Photo by Adam Bell.

More than 50 people took part in the grand opening of Hill’s Bookstore at 650 San Benito Street in Hollister on Feb. 15. Ohana Shave Ice served coffee and the new store provided treats.

Jacqueline Guido and Monica Gonzalez. Photo by Adam Bell.

“I’m so happy that we have a bookstore in this town,” said Monica Gonzalez (right, pictured with Jacqueline Guido). “Now this town is complete—and we love reading.”

Donna Silva said she was excited to visit the store and have a look at its wide variety of books.

Donna Silva. Photo by Adam Bell.
Terry Adams. Photo by Adam Bell.

“I think they did a great job,” Terry Adams said. “Hollister needed a good bookstore in town.”

“We haven’t had something like this in Hollister,” Kyle Roderick said. “I moved here in 2018 and it’s neat to see a new business.”

Kyle Roderick. Photo by Adam Bell.
Peter Hernandez and Rudy Picha. Photo by Adam Bell.

Hollister City Councilmember Rudy Picha (right, pictured here with Peter Hernandez), said he loves the knowledge that comes out of bookstores and is glad to see another business downtown.

Bookstore co-owner Adam Hill.

All photos by Adam Bell.

Bookstore co-owner Adam Hill. Photo by Adam Bell.

I am a lifetime resident of Hollister and was born in San Jose. I have a passion for photography and reporting in San Benito County. Since 2019, I have been working for a successful non-profit, Growing...