2. Better for Communities
Supporting local bookstores supports your local economy, which gives back to your schools, businesses, parks, libraries, and neighborhoods. In my dream world, bookstores (and libraries) are centers of communities because bookstores are spaces where we feel understood, safe, heard, and educated. Plus, indie bookstores are run by some of the strongest women and men I've ever met. PS- I also have a dream of being one of those strong bookselling women someday.
3. Better for You
Make new friends. Eat snacks. Cuddle a shop pet. Hear some music. Meet cool authors. Smell new books. Learn something new. Hang out with your kids. Buy a gift. You do all of that and MORE during a single visit to a bookstore.
But also, have you heard about the power of the page turn? Experiencing physical books vs. digital books is better for focus, comprehension, retention, and even improves memory and sleep. More on this topic to come.
Okay. So how can you shop indie?
To help support me as an indie musician, you can shop my WEBSITE where you can now pre-order "Storytime Singalong, Vol. 2" (launching April 7th!) and buy an Emily Arrow kazoo, kids t-shirts, sweatshirts, and tote bag and more!
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