The Life and Times of Isabella Stewart Gardner by Douglass Shand-Tucci. Liberties is famous for its celebrity appearances. The store draws huge crowds to Mizner Park, its chic Boca Raton, Fla., shopping mall location. One of Liberties' largest recent events was former President Jimmy Carter's book signing. He autographed 2,000 books in only 90 minutes.
Liberties is a testament to the power of the independents.
The store has been a local mecca for seven years and is renowned for its selection of 300,000 books, knowledgeable staff, two to three book signings per week, and even poetry readings and karaoke. People who vacation in Florida make Liberties a regular stop. A second store opens in Ft. Lauderdale this summer, says assistant manager Sharlene Woronets. The comfortable setting makes it a popular local place to meet.