Bookspace Columbus

Happy Trans Day of Visibility! We don't typically post about these holidays, because every day is Trans Day of Visibility around here. But trans people in this country—especially young trans folks—are finding their backs against the wall in a new way right now, and it's heartbreaking. Trans rights are human rights. These attacks on trans people affect all of us.
Here are just a few books in the shop by trans or non-binary authors. These stories are so important to read and internalize. If you haven't read any trans authors, there's no better time to start.
Here's to hoping (and fighting) for a future where all of us are free to be who we really are.

We got a few copies each of some great books in the shop this week! They are super cheap, in like-new condition, and available in-store only—because once they’re gone, they’re gone! Scroll through to check (some of) them out, and come in Wed—Sat, 11–4:30! Check the stories for even more great cheap new arrivals.

A nice snap from yesterday by . Open today 11-4:30. 😊

It's happening, people! Bookspace will very soon have an actual space—with REGULAR HOURS. Russell and Fili at Flux + Flow Dance & Movement Center are welcoming Bookspace into their building at 200 Crestview Rd, Columbus, OH. Flux + Flow is a queer-owned, inclusive, body-positive, gender-affirming space. I feel so fortunate to co-locate and partner with this radical and beloved Clintonville institution.

I super appreciate everyone who has supported Bookspace through this wild seven-year evolution. I started Bookspace to bring a curated selection of books by authors not traditionally represented in bookstores and to highlight topics that deserve attention. My goal is to get books out into the world—books that challenge, disrupt, awaken, and transform. I believe that being your independent bookseller makes a difference in the ideas and actions that are possible. I love putting powerful books in the hands and minds of folks in Columbus (and beyond).

I'm grateful each day that this is what I get to do, and also, selling books is a ton of work. It's not lucrative; the margins are tiny. The bureaucracy of running a business can feel like a Kafka-esque nightmare. As Bookspace expands, I need new systems and resources to make things run smoothly and more efficiently.

Read more, donate, and share here!: https://gofund.me/6867c190

The rumors are true! In a couple weeks, Bookspace will be moving into Flux + Flow Dance & Movement Center, and will operate as a bookstore with REGULAR HOURS! More information will be forthcoming, but we're planning a little grand opening party on Sunday, October 9th from 4-7. We're getting started on painting the space today, really doing it up to get it ready for the big move. We are so excited for our two communities to come together! Books and dance in the same space?!
Bookspace needs your help with this transition! We have started a GoFundMe (link in bio) to help with some expenses that need to be taken care of to make this transition, and for Bookspace to be sustainable going forward. Please take a look at it, contribute if you can, and SHARE!
Thanks so much for your continued support of Bookspace and Flux + Flow. We'll be in touch with more updates, and we'll see you soon!

Gender Q***r is finally back in stock, and just in time for Banned Books Week! Until Friday at midnight, get 10% of when you buy any two banned books (link in bio).

Hey people! I'll be back at ILLIO this Sunday, September 18th from 10:30-3. Lots of great new arrivals (both new and used) since the last time. will be there with the tastiest coffee drinks around. See you Sunday!
📚Sunday, September 18th, 10:30-3
📚at ILLIO, 13 E Tulane Rd (just behind the Cup O Joe on Tulane & High in Clintonville)
📚New & used books & zines
📚Cash, card, and Venmo accepted

POP-UP SIDEWALK SALE TOMORROW, SATURDAY 9.10 FROM 11-3
Tomorrow is SoBroSaturday and I'll be back in front of from 11-3ish with all the best books. Come say hey!
📚Saturday, September 10th, 11-3
📚in front of Rock Candy Healing Stones, 3343 N High St
📚All the best new books!
📚Cash, card, and Venmo accepted

POP-UP THIS SUNDAY 8.21 FROM 10:30-3 AT ILLIO
It's been a while but I'll be back at ILLIO with a huge selection, including lots of new arrivals (used AND new), and a bunch of great stuff that'll be marked down because they were water damaged at a recent market. PLUS will be back with regular and decaf cold brew, as well as their world-famous blueberry lavender shrub. See you Sunday!
📚Sunday, August 21st, 10:30-3
📚at ILLIO, 13 E Tulane Rd (just behind the Cup O Joe on Tulane & High in Clintonville)
📚New & used books & zines
📚Cash, card, and Venmo accepted