Local Library Brings Teens Behind the Scenes at Black-Owned Bookstore – Pasadena Weekendr AdminJuly 19, 2024032 views The Altadena Library District is offering local teens a unique glimpse into the world of independent bookselling this weekend. The event, scheduled for Saturday, July 20, at Octavia’s Bookshelf and… Read more
Black Bookseller Step Closer to Having Mobile Bookstore Drive Change In Rochester AdminAugust 1, 2023071 views Taylor Thomas, a Black, non-binary book enthusiast, always considered themselves a librarian to their core. Now, they are taking that life-long love of reading on the road with Archivist Books,… Read more
Black Woman-Owned Bookstore Seeks Funds For New Home in Bed-Stuy AdminJuly 10, 2023061 views Black woman-owned bookstore Adanne, founded by Darlene Okpo, is seeking crowdfunding for its new home in Bed-Stuy after the owner of its Dumbo location gave them 30 days to vacate… Read more
Philadelphia’s Very First Black-Owned Bookstore Will Receive A Historical Marker AdminApril 11, 2023053 views A West Philadelphia-based bookstore is receiving the recognition that will last a lifetime, NewsOne reports. Hakim’s Bookstore is Philadelphia’s first and longest standing Black-owned bookstore, making it a staple in the… Read more