Written by Isabella Aranda Garcia
What is the first thing you do when you open for the day?
The first thing we take care of is making sure our three bunnies—Moo, Chuck and Chip—have everything they need. They get fresh water, food, bedding, and a clean-up every morning and evening. They are the stars of the store so they have to be good to go every day.
What’s one thing your customers don’t know you do behind the scenes?
We do lots of custom gifts—everything from amazing gift baskets for new babies and custom slime kits to party favors and books with fancy wrapping for extra-special presents. We’re always working on something special for a customer or two.
If there were an award for your daily routine, what would it be called?
The Controlled Chaos Prize. 🙂
What’s your dream customer reaction?
Telling us we made someone’s day a little bit brighter with a book or even a visit to the bunnies.
What’s the one thing your business couldn’t function without?
Our trusty shop-vac vacuum and packing tape. 🙂
What’s one thing people often say when they first walk in?
Either, “Wow, this store is so cute!” Or, “Wow, it smells really good in here!” (We often burn one of our popular Cheerful Giver scented candles, and we also share our space with a florist, Whispering Pines.)
What’s the unsung hero of your business?
Our staff group chat.
What is your most popular item/service?
Our children’s selection of books and toys, as well as our slime and in-store parties.
What is something you wish more people knew about you and/or your business?
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Address: 29 King St, Chappaqua, NY 10514
Phone number: (914) 529-8013
Website: scatteredbooks.com
This article was published in the January/February 2026 edition of Connect to Northern Westchester.
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Isabella Aranda is a designer, writer and social media specialist with an M.A. in emerging media from the New Media Institute at the Grady College of Journalism & Mass Communication. Driven by curiosity and inspired by timeless modern design, she blends creativity and strategy to craft compelling narratives that engage diverse audiences.
Her expertise spans digital marketing, content creation and UX design, with notable achievements such as co-creating the Georgia On Your Mind podcast and leading digital campaigns that significantly boosted engagement. A Venezuelan immigrant, Isabella brings a multicultural perspective to her work, enhancing her ability to connect with and inspire others.
