Book deserts are communities without access to printed books. They exist in all kinds of locations, from urban neighborhoods to rural communities. Independent bookstores in neighboring communities can help fill the gaps in book deserts. This session will present ideas for how indies can expand their reach to support literacy in communities with less access or no access to printed books.

Speakers Calvin Crosby, The King's English Bookshop - Salt Lake City, UT Brein Lopez, Children's Book World Los Angeles - Los Angeles, CA Ashley Valentine, Rooted MKE - Milwaukee, WI Tegan Tigani, Queen Anne Book Company - Seattle, WA

(Recorded June 6, 2023, at Children's Institute 2023 in Milwaukee)

Theme by Constant Companion https://constantcompanion.bandcamp.com