GEE GEE: THE BOOK OF A LIFETIME
Sharing the Legacy of an Inspiring Life.
NEW for 2026
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A Portion of Proceeds Will Benefit The Gee Gee Rosell Memorial Scholarship Fund.
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Join Us As We Meet Gee Gee through 3 dozen writers and 100 photos . . .
- Introduction
- In the Words of Her Family
- In the Words of Friends and Community
- From Inside Buxton Village Books
- In the News
- In the Words of Authors
- Through the Eyes of a Camera
- In the Words of Gee Gee
- Saying Goodbye
GEE GEE ROSELL — beloved owner of Buxton Village Books on North Carolina’s Outer Banks for nearly 42 years, following a decade working for the National Park Service — passed away January 29, 2026.
Gee Gee was a warm, caring friend to readers, authors, publishers, vacationers, visitors, fellow booksellers, and countless friends. She was also an extraordinary community advocate, supporting school reading programs, civic organizations, the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station, conservation efforts, and many other local groups. And she quietly helped countless individuals — from islanders facing hard times or needing encouragement, to aspiring authors who may never have been published without her guidance. Oh, and she built much of her bookstore. Literally. To say she will be missed hardly captures the affection and gratitude felt by the tens of thousands whose lives she touched over the decades.
BEACH GLASS BOOKS, with contributions from dozens of Gee Gee’s family members, friends, community members, authors, photographers, booksellers, and other supporters, has prepared a commemorative book celebrating her life. Assembled by author Ray McAllister, the book not only honors Gee Gee’s remarkable and inspiring legacy but also will help support students in her name.
THE GEE GEE BOOK Published May 26, 2026.
SUPPORTING GEE GEE’S LEGACY: A portion of the proceeds from every book sold will benefit the BCA Marjean “Gee Gee” Rosell Memorial Scholarship Fund. Sponsored by the Buxton Civic Association and administered by the Outer Banks Community Foundation, this scholarship supports graduates of Cape Hatteras Secondary School of Coastal Studies as they pursue their educational goals. (Click on the scholarship link if you would also like to donate directly to the scholarship fund.)
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Reader Comments
- “I just received my copy in the mail less than an hour ago. I’m already in tears.“—Jeanne C.
- “It’s a beautiful book. nicely bound.“—Grace M.
- “I can’t put this book down. What a wonderful tribute to this wonderful lady.“—Josie M.
- “What an amazing book!“—Jennifer P.
- “I treasure my copy.“—Randi T.
- “It is a wonderful book about a remarkable woman. Thanks for sharing it.”—Judy L.
- “Got mine today. can’t put it down. awesome stories. thank you.“—Shelli F.
- “It’s a wonderful publication. You better get ready to order more because the season has just begun and all of Gee Gee’s followers will be swarming the store for the book.“—Shaun G.
And note . . .
Gee Gee is one of many people and stories featured in the award-winning book of the island,
HATTERAS ISLAND: Keeper of the Outer Banks.