Be a Friend of the Bookshop
Let's talk about independent bookstores for a minute.
We love that you shop here. We love that you bring your friends, shop with your kids, come to events, tell people about the books you've read, and occasionally walk through the door saying, "I'm just looking," and then leave with three books and a candle. (We've all been there.) But there's something you might not know:
You can support your favorite bookshop without compromising the structural integrity of your bookshelves.
Choose Your Perks
Memberships start at just $5 a month. That's less than a fancy coffee, and considerably less than the book you swore you weren't going to buy. It's a simple way to contribute directly to the ongoing work of Bluestocking, helping us keep our doors open, our programming accessible, and our little corner of the world doing all the things that make it special. Click the image for more details!
Bluestocking has become more than just a place to buy books. You use the shop as:
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a gathering place,
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a creative space,
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a home for book clubs,
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educational opportunities,
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workspace for writers and makers,
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an organizational hub,
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exploration for curious minds, and
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cozy space for people who just need somewhere to belong for a little while.
We work hard to make this community a little more connected. All of that takes time, money, resources, and sometimes an unreasonable amount of coffee.
And while we will absolutely keep selling books (it's kind of our thing), the reality is that an independent bookstore needs more than occasional purchases to build something sustainable. That's where becoming a Bluestocking Friend can help.
The books are here for you
We want Bluestocking to be here for the long haul. We want to keep offering free and affordable community programming. We want to keep creating opportunities for people to connect, learn, make things, share ideas, and find their people. We also recognize that not everyone can support us by shopping regularly. Maybe you've moved out of town. Maybe your TBR shelf is already full... perhaps even overflowing. Maybe you love what we're doing but you've moved your story consumption to ebooks or audiobooks. A small monthly contribution from a lot of people makes a meaningful difference. It gives us a little more predictability, a little more breathing room, and a little more ability to plan for what's next. And knowing us, "next" is going to be big.