RJ Julia’s, an independent bookstore based in Madison, CT, is putting together a book of thoughts, poems, and (super)short stories about why people are thankful for their local independent bookstores. The Official Announcement is below. I’m not sure if you need to be a Connecticut resident to participate, but I just wanted to send this out there for everyone to see! Support your Local-Indy everyone!
Announcement:
Thanksgiving is almost here! Are you thankful for community bookstores? Please share your ideas with us and help us make a book! We will be creating a book on our own Espresso Book Machine and selling to raise money for our friends Bank Square Books in Mystic, CT.
Children can submit their thoughts too!
Why I Love My Local Independent Bookstore
Length: Anything from a few words, to a short poe
paragraph up to 65 words – even a black and white drawing will work!
All submissions will be included.*
Be sure to include your first name & town – this will be included in the book.Email your submissions to: khess@rjjulia.com
Subject line: Why I Love My Local Independent Bookstore
Please share in the body of the email: First name & town you live in – submit by 11/29!