On Thursday, 16 October, the new Mondadori Bookstore in Velletri (Rome) will open to the public. The city’s historic bookstore – now relocated to a landmark building in the city centre – will feature completely redesigned interiors and furnishings.

The new layout and atmosphere will enhance the store’s extensive selection of books, while the impressive glass wall in the event area, overlooking the striking Torre di Santa Maria in Trivio, will make the experience for visitors and customers even more engaging.

The new bookstore will be inaugurated in the presence of numerous guests and local authorities, including the Mayor of Velletri, Ascanio Cascella, Deputy Mayor and Councillor for Culture Chiara Ercoli, Councillor Cristian Simonetti, and Regional Councillor Giancarlo Righini.

With this initiative, Mondadori Store, Italy’s largest bookstore network, continues its path of renewal and growth, creating interactive spaces for the community dedicated to books and entertainment, in line with its strategy to promote reading and spread culture.

“The first Mondadori Bookstore in Velletri opened its doors back in 2004, quickly becoming a reference point for the community. Over twenty years of presence in the area have been marked by our love for books and culture, as shown by the many initiatives we’ve promoted, including the Velletris Librus Festival, now in its ninth edition”, said Guido and Aurora Ciarla, Mondadori Store franchisees. “Today, thanks to our new central location, we’ll be able to serve our customers with even greater dedication and care. The same approach and passion that have driven us to open other Mondadori bookstores across the region, in Lariano, Genzano, San Cesareo (inside the La Noce Shopping Center), Frascati in the province of Rome, and Cisterna in the province of Latina”.

Located at Corso della Repubblica 156, the new Mondadori Bookstore covers an area of 250 square metres and offers a catalogue of more than 18,000 titles –  from literary classics to bestsellers, fiction, crime, thrillers, fantasy, romance, and local publications, as well as a wide selection of essays and international works. Special attention is given to young readers through the We are Junior format, which features educational games and illustrated books designed to inspire curiosity and imagination. The Just Comics section is dedicated to the world of manga and graphic novels. The store also includes spaces for #BookTok readers and new generations of book lovers, as well as dedicated areas for stationery, toys, gadgets, and gift cards.

As further proof of the booksellers’ and Mondadori Store network’s commitment to promoting reading, the Mondadori Bookstores managed by Guido and Aurora Ciarla will once again take part in #IoLeggoPerché, which this year celebrates its tenth anniversary and already counts numerous schools and volunteers as partners.

Throughout the year, the bookstore will host events and projects involving local schools – such as the long-running “Alunni in Libreria” (Students in the Bookstore) initiative – as well as collaborations with educational institutions, libraries, and cultural associations.

In addition to these initiatives, the bookstore will also host meetings and book signings both in-store and in local schools.

Mondadori Bookstore in Velletri also serves its readers online. Customers can stay updated via the store’s  Instagram and Facebook pages, and can use the digital services of  Mondadoristore.it to check book availability, place orders, pick up purchases in-store, or have them delivered to their home. The store also provides a convenient phone ordering service.

The new Mondadori Bookstore is part of the ongoing renewal and expansion plan of Mondadori Store, Italy’s largest bookstore network, with more than 500 stores across the country – from major cities to smaller towns. It represents an active cultural presence nationwide, both online through Mondadoristore.it and the bookclub formula, offering not only books – always at the heart of the experience – but also entertainment, events, and multichannel services that reach over 20 million customers each year.

MONDADORI BOOKSTORE

Corso della Repubblica 156 – 00049 Velletri
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tel: +39 0696155094
Whatsapp: +39 3332779015
E-mail: libreriamondadorivelletri@gmail.com
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