Midtown Reader

"Once you learn to read, you will be forever free." - Frederick Douglass

To honor the ongoing pursuit of freedom and equality this Juneteenth, we're sharing this snapshot from Caylee’s recent trip to the bookstore at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC.

We hope you'll continue to celebrate with us by exploring and uplifting African American authors whose voices continue to shape culture, challenge injustice, and inspire change.

With summer here, we're ready to fill our days, arms, & TBRs with all of today's new releases! ⁠
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Which title are you excited to grab?

There are a lot of things we love about our bookstore, but nothing tops seeing our community make this space their own. 💛

From board games and puzzle-solving sessions to the occasional knitting group gathered around a table, our bookstore is so much more than shelves of books. It's a place to connect, create, unwind, and spend time together.

A stack so BIG it needs two slides! ➡️
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What new release are you most excited to read? 🌟 Let us know in the comments!

Our Summer Book Clubs kick off soon, but it's not too late to join! With clubs for every type of reader, there's never been a better time to jump in! ☀️📚

Plus, our Book Club Bags are available and packed with everything you need to get ready for a summer full of stories, discussion, and bookish fun.

Which club are you joining this summer?