The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl is an annual event that brings together book lovers and supports independent bookstores in the city. The idea for the crawl came from the organizer's experiences with similar events in other cities. Last year, the crawl had over 100,000 people access the Google map created for the event. This year, there are 34 participating bookstores. The crawl not only promotes bookstores but also creates a sense of community and discovery as participants explore different neighborhoods and find new books and recommendations. The conversation explores the Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl and the importance of supporting local bookstores. The guests discuss their own bookstores, Multiverse Philly and Binding Agents, and the unique experiences they offer. They also share their love for books and the joy of reading. The conversation highlights the value of book clubs and the sense of community they provide. The guests discuss the upcoming Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl and the special events and discounts that will be available. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of supporting independent bookstores and the role they play in fostering a love of reading and building community.

Takeaways

The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl is an annual event that supports independent bookstores in the city.

The crawl creates a sense of community and discovery as participants explore different neighborhoods and find new books and recommendations.

Last year, the crawl had over 100,000 people access the Google map created for the event.

This year, there are 34 participating bookstores. Supporting local bookstores is important for fostering a love of reading and building community.

Book clubs provide a sense of community and a space to celebrate books.

The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl offers special events, discounts, and the opportunity to explore different neighborhoods and bookstores.

Books have the power to transport and provide an escape from the world.

Bookstores are places of connection and shared experiences.

The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl is a celebration of independent bookstores and the literary community in Philadelphia.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Introducing the Guests

02:20 The Inspiration Behind the Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl

03:59 The Success of the Bookstore Crawl

05:26 The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl and the City's Culture

06:45 Getting Involved in the Bookstore Crawl

08:46 The Importance of Community and Positive Energy

11:14 The Number of Participating Bookstores

12:53 Unique Aspects of Philadelphia Bookstores

14:59 The Role of Bookstores as Community Centers

18:06 The Haunting and Energy of Bookstores

21:53 Discovering a Love for Books

25:06 The Love for Cookbooks and Comics

29:13 Creating Welcoming Spaces for All Readers

30:45 Book Storage Solutions

31:13 Memorable Books and Personal Connections

31:40 Inspiring Kids and Adults

33:31 The Value of Book Clubs

36:09 Silent Book Clubs and Dystopian Book Clubs

41:07 Favorite Reading Locations

43:10 The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl

54:47 Supporting Independent Bookstores