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Independent Bookstore Day is back for its 10th anniversary!
This year, Independent Bookstore Day (IBD) takes place on Saturday, April 29, 2023. IBD is a one-day national celebration of independent bookstores across the United States. There are many ways to participate, from city-wide bookstore crawls to author events to live music to great deals.
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Discover Indie Books available now
See the following bookstores featured:
Hudson Valley Books for Humanity Ossining, NY * Annie Bloom’s Books Portland, OR * The Book Man Chilliwack * Abbotsford British Columbia, CANADA * Book Mart & Cafe Starkville, MS * Island Bookstore Mackinac Island, MI * Winchester Book Gallery Winchester, VA * and more
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Here are some ways you can celebrate IBD:
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Visit your local independent bookstore and pick up a new book.
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Attend an author event at your local independent bookstore.
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Listen to live music at your local independent bookstore.
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Take advantage of the great deals offered by your local independent bookstore.
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Share your love of independent bookstores on social media.
Independent bookstores are an important part of our communities. They provide a unique shopping experience that can't be found at big-box stores. They also support local authors and publishers, and they help to create vibrant and diverse communities.
Let's all show our support for independent bookstores on IBD!
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Events and Activities
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Author signings: Many independent bookstores will host author signings on Independent Bookstore Day. This is a great opportunity to meet your favorite authors and get their books signed.
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Book readings: Independent bookstores will also host book readings on Independent Bookstore Day. This is a great way to hear authors read from their work and learn more about their books.
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Storytime: Many independent bookstores will host storytime for children on Independent Bookstore Day. This is a great way to introduce your children to the joy of reading.
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Crafts and activities: Some independent bookstores will host crafts and activities for children on Independent Bookstore Day. This is a great way for children to get creative and have fun.
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Discounts and sales: Many independent bookstores will offer discounts and sales on books on Independent Bookstore Day. This is a great opportunity to stock up on your favorite books at a great price.
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Exclusive merchandise: Some independent bookstores will sell exclusive merchandise on Independent Bookstore Day. This is a great way to show your support for your local independent bookstore and get some unique gifts.
How to Get Involved
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Visit your local independent bookstore: The best way to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day is to visit your local independent bookstore. This is a great way to show your support for your local community and the independent businesses that make it up.
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Shop online: If you can't make it to your local independent bookstore on Independent Bookstore Day, you can still shop online. Many independent bookstores have websites where you can order books and other merchandise.
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Spread the word: Let your friends and family know about Independent Bookstore Day. Encourage them to visit their local independent bookstore and support the businesses that make our communities great.
Why Independent Bookstores Matter
Independent bookstores are an important part of our communities. They provide a unique shopping experience that can't be found at big-box stores. They also support local authors and publishers, and they help to create vibrant and diverse communities.
On Independent Bookstore Day, let's all show our support for these important businesses. Visit your local independent bookstore and let them know how much you appreciate them.
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Discover Indie Books: available February 20, 2023
See the following bookstores featured:
Hudson Valley Books for Humanity Ossining, NY * Annie Bloom’s Books Portland, OR * The Book Man Chilliwack * Abbotsford British Columbia, CANADA * Book Mart & Cafe Starkville, MS * Island Bookstore Mackinac Island, MI * Winchester Book Gallery Winchester, VA *
the Cloak & Dagger - A Mystery Bookshop Princeton, NJ * Buxton Books Charleston, SC * Dog Eared Books Hampton, VA * hello again books Cocoa, FL * Brilliant Books Traverse City, MI and more.
Last Minute Holiday Gift Guide:
available December 10, 2022
Former New York Times Book Review Managing Director provides the lead article
Holiday Gift Guide 2022: available November 18, 2022.
See introductions and comments from
Michele Cobb, President of the Audiobook Publisher Association;
Bestselling author Kathryn Otoshi, Author of ONE;
Gloria Mindock, Editor and Publisher of Červená Barva Press;
Rhonda Penders, Publisher of The Wild Rose Press;
Rohit Bhargava – Non-Obvious Author and Publisher;
and dozens of award-winning authors!