Hanover, PA — Downtown Hanover’s beloved independent bookstore, Little Fox Coffee and Books, has been selected as a participating location in the Independent Bookstore Trail 2026, sponsored by local chapters of the Keystone State Literacy Association (KSLA Capital Area, KSLA Lancaster Lebanon, and KSLA York Adams).
Held in celebration of Independent Bookstore Day on April 25, 2026, the trail highlights independent bookstores across the Capital Area, Lancaster-Lebanon, and York-Adams regions. The initiative encourages community members to explore local bookshops while promoting literacy and a love of reading.
KSLA’s mission, inspiring educators to promote literacy within and beyond the classroom, comes to life through this regional collaboration. Rooted in values such as the importance of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as a commitment to diverse voices, community outreach, and quality literature, the organization works to ensure that all children experience the joy and success that literacy brings.
The Independent Bookstore Trail invites participants to:
- Download or pick up a trail map at participating locations
- Visit bookstores across the region to shop and explore
- Collect stickers at each stop
- Submit completed maps by April 25, 2026, for a chance to win prizes
Participants do not need to visit every location to join in the fun. Trail maps are available at Little Fox Coffee and Books or online at the KSLA website at ksla.wildapricot.org.
Housed in a beautifully restored 1847 church, Little Fox Coffee and Books offers a unique blend of literature and café culture. Visitors can enjoy espresso drinks, matcha, teas with housemade syrups, and a variety of food options including gluten-free waffles, vegan toasties, and locally sourced baked goods. The bookstore features a thoughtfully curated selection of new releases with an emphasis on BIPOC and queer authors, along with a loft filled with used book treasures. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Little Fox also hosts regular community events and book clubs.
Little Fox joins a diverse lineup of independent bookstores on the trail, including Aaron’s Books, Midtown Scholar Bookstore, Cupboard Maker Books, and many more throughout the region.
For more information about the Independent Bookstore Trail or to download a map, visit the KSLA website.
About Little Fox Coffee and Books
Set in a 1847 church, Little Fox Coffee & Books is a cozy bookshop that offers espresso drinks, matcha, and teas with housemade syrups. Add a gluten-free waffle, a vegan toastie, or a local sourdough chocolate chip bagel. Browse a curated collection of new releases with a focus on BIPOC and queer books or go treasure hunting through our used books in the loft. Open late Wednesday through Saturday, check the calendar for their community-driven events and book clubs!
About Keystone State Literacy Association
The Keystone State Literacy Association (KSLA) is a vibrant community of educators and literacy advocates dedicated to promoting literacy and literacy education across Pennsylvania. Guided by its mission to inspire educators to foster literacy both within and beyond the classroom, KSLA envisions a future where all children experience the joy and success that comes from being literate. The organization’s work is rooted in a strong set of values, including the four foundational pillars of literacy, reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as a commitment to high-quality children’s literature, dynamic professional development, and meaningful personal and collegial connections. KSLA also emphasizes the importance of collaborative partnerships, community service and outreach, and uplifting diverse voices and perspectives, recognizing that a wide range of backgrounds and experiences strengthens literacy education for all.