New independent bookstore to open in Ōtaki 21 Apr, 2021 02:38 AM 2 minutes to read Jacqui Simpson, middle, with Tracey Hall, left, and Bryony Rogers will open Books & Co in Ōtaki next week. Photo / Rosalie Willis Jacqui Simpson, middle, with Tracey Hall, left, and Bryony Rogers will open Books & Co in Ōtaki next week. Photo / Rosalie Willis A desire to open a bookshop has always been hankering in the background for Jacqui Simpson. Now, it's a reality, with Books & Co opening next Wednesday in Ōtaki. "At different times in my life I've thought wouldn't it be great to have a bookshop," Jacqui said.