Jan Scott

Jan Scott is the owner and president of Betty's Bookshelf, an independent bookstore located in St. Marys, Ontario, Canada.14 She opened the store in November 2021 in a converted heritage building.2

Background

Jan Scott is a multifaceted professional with experience in various fields:

• Writer and Cookbook Author: Before opening Betty's Bookshelf, Jan was already established as a writer and cookbook author.3
• Former Blogger: She maintained a blog prior to her current ventures.3
• Food Editor: Jan worked as the food editor for The SavvyMom Group from 2011 onwards.3

Betty's Bookshelf

Betty's Bookshelf is a family-owned business, with Jan and her husband Rob Scott as the proprietors.6 The bookstore is located at 6 Water St. S, St. Marys, Ontario, Canada.4 Jan works alongside booksellers Lauren Patterson and Mari Chapman to run the store.4

Additional Information

Jan Scott is actively involved in the literary community. She has participated in podcasts discussing indie bookstores and her experiences as both an author and bookseller.5 Her transition from writing to bookstore ownership demonstrates her passion for literature and her desire to create a space for book lovers in her community.