Indie Bookstores Open Doors in Rochester, NY

Host: Henry I Padrón-Morales

Guests:
Rachel Crawford, Akimbo Books
Chad Ellis, Bookeater

Podcast Engineer: Forrest Ward Cherry

Did you know that Independent Bookstores are regaining a footing in this country? Here in Rochester, we have a burgeoning indie bookstore scene, with bookstores popping up that speak to the unique interests in our community.  Supporting local indies not only puts our dollars back into the community, but fosters strong relationships, encourages critical thinking and ensures that we have literary gathering places in our city.

In this episode we chat with two new bookstore owners in Rochester, NY.  Together we explore: why did we open a bookstore in Rochester? What role does the community play in the succes of indies? What challenges have we had to overcome? Keeping in mind that we are only three of about 12 indies in Rochester, we also discuss coming together as a "guild" or collective to get Rochester on the map as a literary city!

Buying local supports local economies! Support your local indie!

Check out:
Akimbo Bookshop
714 University Ave, Rochester, NY 14607
https://akimbobooks.org/ 

Bookeater
836 S Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY 14620
https://www.bookeaterbooks.com/