Meet The Team
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DaRonn
I’m DaRonn. I am one of the Owner's of The Book Nook. I have been in the book industry since 2017 and have a bachelor’s in business. I got my start selling online and out of the back seat of my car until I was able to live my dream of opening a brick-and-mortar store.
Favorite Quote: “It takes a lifetime of hard work to be an overnight success” - Jas Takhar
Favorite Book(s): The Alchemist & Good To Great
Favorite Movie(s): Spaceballs & Back-to-the Future
What I like to do when not working: Hanging out with my kids, watching movies, eating out.
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Morgan
I'm Morgan, and I've always loved delving into new worlds and meeting new people through books and movies. I believe that storytelling is one of the best things we possess as humans!
Favorite quote: "Have courage and be kind"
Favorite book(s): Circe by Madeline Miller or Pride and Prejudice
Favorite movie(s): Knives Out or Tangled
What I like to do when I'm not working: Hang out with my dogs, play improv games, spend too much time playing The Sims 4.
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Hannah
I have a great passion and love for the written word, and I really enjoy sharing that with others, especially when I get to help them find their next favorite book at our stores!
Favorite Quote: “We are made of star-stuff. We are a way for the cosmos to know itself.”
Favorite Book: Making me choose a favorite book is like making a parent choose their favorite child. I'll go with Geektastic as it's one I want a second copy of to keep pristine and preserved on my shelf.
Favorite Movie: Princess Bride. Or Mulan.
When I'm not working I like to write or draw while listening to music or spend my time watching videos on YouTube.
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It Could Be You!
Interested in joining our team, stop by any of our three locations and ask for an application.
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Brittny
It’s Brittny here! I am Co-Owner of the Book Nook. My experience with the book industry has been on-n-off these last few years. My true passion is data analytics. So it’s been a dream come true working with the Book Nook.
Favorite Quote: It’s a sports reference but I feel it ties into all aspects of life: “Success isn't given. It's earned. On the track, on the field, in the gym. With blood, sweat, and the occasional tear."
Favorite Book: The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared
Favorite Movie: Bella
What I like to do when not working: Relaxing with a good book, exploring the outdoors with Winston, or in the winter-time a good (video) game.
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Lara
Hello! My name is Lara and I am a sales associate for the BookNook. I enjoy helping get the books, movies, games, etc ready for people to find. I am able to see new genres and ideas everyday. It is so nice to learn and help people who love to read.
Favorite Quote: "Today is the first day of the rest of your life"
Favorite Book(s): Jane Eyre as a stand alone book and then Earth''s Children Series by Jean Auel
Favorite Movie: Sleeping Beauty
I enjoy the outdoors and attending baseball games. I am trying to work on not watching so much TV (I can watch cooking shows forever!) by starting to relearn crochet and cross-stitching.
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Leah
Hi, my name’s Leah! I’ve loved reading since I was a little kid so it’s a dream come true to be able to work to help people find their passion for books.
Favorite Quote: “You will face many defeats in life, but never let yourself be defeated.” - Maya Angelou
Favorite Book: Beautiful Boy by David Sheff
Favorite Movie: The Perks of Being a Wallflower
When I am not at work, I love to read and spend time with my cats in my free time. I also like watching and rewatching Gilmore girls, especially during fall.
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Winston
My name is Winston and I'm the store greeter. I like meeting new people (though I have my shy moments).
Favorite Quote: “Good Boy”
Favorite Book: Whatever book I happen to fall-asleep on
Favorite Movie: Any movie with dragons
What I like to do when not working: Making people happy and finding food.
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Shaee
Hi I’m Shaee! I am an avid book lover and I love helping customers find items and offer recommendations. I believe that books/the written word hold a lot of power especially in growing times.
Favorite Quote: "Learn from other people's mistakes. Life is too short to make them all yourself". -Sam Levenson
Favorite Book: The Light Between Oceans & Fahrenheit 451
Favorite Movie: Anything Wonder Woman
What I like to do when not working: Relaxing with a good book, exploring new restaurants, or spending time with my family.
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Rachel
I'm a sales associate here and I love to read - so helping you to find a book you can't put down is my goal! I've been a board gamer and puzzler since a young age so let me help you find one you love!
Favorite Quote: "Let your smile change the world, but don't let the world change" - Connor Franta
Favorite Book(s): A Northern Light by Jennifer Donnelly
Favorite Movie(s): Startdust and How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
When I'm not working, I love to garden, lay out with a good book, or play with my dog and two cats. I'm an avid concert goer - metal music is my favorite! I also enjoy traveling and checking out local spots around Omaha!