Celebrate Independent Bookstores! Ten years ago, California Bookstore Day (which was inspired by Record Store Day and Free Comic Book Day) became a national Independent Bookstore Day. On the last Saturday of April, readers flock to bookstores to show their support for these cornerstones of community.
Many stores will have exclusive items, free treats, or special guests.
You can find official participating stores using the list and interactive map on IndieBound.org. That site also lists regional challenges, like the Seattle Independent Bookstore Day passport and the South Sound Book Crawl.
Hydrate. Bring your book lists and your tote bags. Share your adventures if you’re on social media using #IndieBookstoreDay and @AmericanBooksellers and be sure to tag the bookstores you visit.
Thank you for supporting independent bookstores!