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Chicago, Illinois
Feminist bookstore championing queer and women's voices since 1979.
Tucked into Andersonville’s historic stretch, this trailblazing feminist bookstore has championed queer and women’s voices since 1979. Handpicked shelves overflow with radical lit, memoirs, graphic novels, and indie zines, while cozy reading nooks host author readings, craft workshops, and community salons. It’s a vibrant gathering spot where activism, art, and bookish fun meet to inspire and empower every visitor.
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