Books, Publishing & Literature

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Hakim’s Bookstore

average rating is 5 out of 5

Philadelphia’s oldest Black-owned bookstore (est. 1959), an educational landmark and cultural resource.

Books, Publishing & Literature

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MahoganyBooks

average rating is 4.7 out of 5

MahoganyBooks is a Black-owned bookstore specializing in literature by and about people of the African Diaspora, promoting cultural awareness and literacy.

Books, Publishing & Literature

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The Soul Book Nook

average rating is 4.8 out of 5

Black- and woman-owned indie bookstore focused on diverse voices, community healing, and literary inclusion.

Books, Publishing & Literature

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Grassrootz Bookstore

average rating is 4.6 out of 5

Grassrootz is a Black-owned bookstore and cultural hub in Phoenix supporting literacy, activism, and community empowerment.

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Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 5 out of 5

RVA Book Bar

A Richmond-based bookstore and bar blending literature, community, and nightlife in a cozy, inclusive space.

Bookstore & Cafe, Community Book Salon, Event Venue & Readings, Local Author Showcase, Literary Gathering Space

Richmond, VA

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Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 5 out of 5

Hakim’s Bookstore

Philadelphia’s oldest Black-owned bookstore (est. 1959), an educational landmark and cultural resource.

Bookstores & Online Retailers, African American Literature

Philadelphia, PA

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Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.7 out of 5

MahoganyBooks

MahoganyBooks is a Black-owned bookstore specializing in literature by and about people of the African Diaspora, promoting cultural awareness and literacy.

Arts & Culture, Retail, Education, African-American Culture

Washington, DC

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 5 out of 5

Cultured Books

A St. Petersburg bookstore specializing in diverse children's literature.

Diverse Children's Books, Bookstore, Community Literacy, Educational Engagement

St. Petersburg, FL

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Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.8 out of 5

The Soul Book Nook

Black- and woman-owned indie bookstore focused on diverse voices, community healing, and literary inclusion.

Black Authors, Community Space, Independent Bookstore, African American & Diverse Literature, Community Events & Workshops

Waterloo, IA

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.7 out of 5

Semicolon Bookstore & Gallery

Semicolon is a Black woman-owned bookstore and gallery in Chicago offering literature and visual art with social impact.

Bookstore, Gallery, Black Literature, Community Hub, Arts

Chicago, IL

Books, Publishing & Literature

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Arizona Informant Newspaper

Arizona Informant provides news and information relevant to Arizona's African-American community, fostering informed engagement.

Newspaper, Media Outlet, Community News, Cultural Reporting, Advocacy Journalism

Phoenix, AZ

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.6 out of 5

The Porch Writers’ Collective

The Porch is a creative writing center providing workshops, readings, and community for diverse writers.

Writing, Workshops, Literary Arts, Education, Community Writing

Oakland, CA

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Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.6 out of 5

Grassrootz Bookstore

Grassrootz is a Black-owned bookstore and cultural hub in Phoenix supporting literacy, activism, and community empowerment.

Bookstore, Literacy, Community Space, Black Authors, Events

Phoenix, AZ

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.6 out of 5

Rooted MKE

Rooted MKE is a Black-owned bookstore and literacy hub centering children of color with books, programs, and enrichment.

Bookstore, Youth Literacy, Education, Cultural Space, Community Programs

Milwaukee, WI

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.9 out of 5

Writer’s Atelier

Writer's Atelier is a creative writing studio and community providing workshops, support, and publishing tools for aspiring authors.

Writing Workshops, Publishing Support, Literary Arts, Education

Winter Park, FL

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 5 out of 5

Black Warrior Review

Black Warrior Review is a literary journal publishing innovative fiction, nonfiction, and poetry with a focus on diverse voices.

Literary Journal, Publishing, Arts & Culture, Fiction & Poetry, Education

Tuscaloosa, AL

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.8 out of 5

Marcus Books

Marcus Books is the nationâ€™s oldest Black-owned bookstore, serving the Bay Area with literature focused on the African Diaspora.

Bookstore, African American Literature, Independent Retail, Legacy Brand, Cultural Center

Oakland, CA

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.6 out of 5

The Lit. Bar

The Lit. Bar is a Bronx-based independent bookstore and wine bar highlighting Black and Latinx authors.

Bookstore, Wine Bar, Community Space, Black Authors, Latinx Literature

Bronx, NY

Pan-African Connection Bookstore, Art Gallery, and Resource Center

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.8 out of 5

Pan-African Connection Bookstore, Art Gallery, and Resource Center

Pan-African Connection is a Dallas-based bookstore and cultural hub offering books, art, and education with African roots.

Bookstore, Art Gallery, Education, Cultural Center, Community Resource

Dallas, TX

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Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 4.9 out of 5

Shout Mouse Press

Shout Mouse Press is a nonprofit publishing diverse voices by coaching marginalized youth to tell and publish their stories.

Publishing, Youth Voices, Education, Nonprofit, Diversity

Washington, DC

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 5 out of 5

Black Garnet Books

Black Garnet Books is Minnesotaâ€™s only Black-owned bookstore, specializing in literature by Black and diverse voices.

Bookstore, Literature, Black Authors, Independent Retail, Community Literacy

ST. Paul, MN

Books, Publishing & Literature

average rating is 5 out of 5

Loudmouth Books

Loudmouth Books is an independent bookstore dedicated to promoting diverse literature and hosting community events that inspire dialogue and learning.

Independent Bookstore, Cultural Events, Community Space, Educational Resources

Atlanta, GA

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