Congratulations to Pacific Northwest writers and editors who were honored with Foreword INDIES 2023 awards. Thousands of books are entered each year, and over 100 librarians and booksellers take part in the judging process, narrowing down a group of finalists in 55 categories to Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners that truly represent the best in …
I loved this beautiful, affirming collection of speculative fiction centering the disability experience. Particular favorites were “A Balanced Breakfast,” by Eirik Gumeny, in which a cereal enthusiast accidentally summons a cosmic horror, “TheWarp and Weft of a Norse Villainesss,” by El Park, which reinterprets the Norse version of the three fates, and “The Rising Currents …
The Neverending Bookshop of Edmonds, WA, will close following a final sale and party on December 17, 2023 from 10:00 to 4:00. You can see updates on the store’s Instagram account. The store is located at 7530 Olympic View Dr Unit 105, Edmonds, WA. The store’s owner, Annie Carl, will have more time her writing …
Soul Jar: Thirty-one Fantastical Tales by Disabled Authors, edited by Annie Carl, Forest Avenue Press, was selected by attendees as the winning title in the BuzzBooks contest at the 2023 Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association Tradeshow, held last week, in Portland, OR. Punch cards were handed out to booksellers and librarians who then visited supporting exhibitors for quick-pitches …
Find a Participating Bookstore Romance Day Shop Near You! See the Map Enjoy FREE Bookstore Romance Day Panels Online! All Bookstore Romance Day panels will be presented virtually via Zoom, but space is limited. Click on any of the images below to be taken to the Eventbrite ticketing page for that panel. For each panel …
“Disability Pride Month is an important time to honor the diversity and uniqueness of each person in the disability community and celebrate people who have disabilities.” –National Health Council From The Neverending Bookshop: July is Disability Pride Month! And our owner, Annie, is a high-functioning physically disabled person! So we celebrate every year with extra …
March is Disability Awareness Month, “an opportunity to raise awareness about the support and rights of people with disabilities and to appreciate their contributions to our communities and society” (as stated by Vanderbilt University). Northwestbooklovers.org recognizes and appreciates booksellers, authors, and readers with disabilities. Here are a few we would like to shine a spotlight …
I have absolutely loved everything Nnedi Okorafor has ever written, and this latest book from her is no exception! Her amazing ability to blend traditional African stories and themes with hardcore science fiction is spectacular. While Sankofa cannot remember her name, she does remember her past as she travels from town to town. Even as …
“This is my favorite book so far this year and I want to put it into the hands of everyone who needs a hug in book form.” Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall This is a delightful rom-com about two complete opposites, Luc and Oliver, who agree to fake date each other, each for his own …
From Ingram’s INDIE WIRE Jan 3, 2020 Bookstore Spotlight: The Neverending Bookshop The Neverending Bookshop in Edmonds, Washington, is a new and used bookstore on a mission to match readers with their perfect book. What does being an independent bookstore mean for you? Everything! It’s a way to connect with my community through my favorite …
