It's no secret that bookstores are absolutely vital to communities like ours. Locally-owned, indie bookshops play a crucial role in boosting literacy, nurturing imagination, and fostering healthy public discourse, all while offering a gathering space for curiosity and connection. Our mission is especially important here in Danville, where, according to Project Literacy, the literacy rate is approximately 18%. This means that one in five of our neighbors reads below a fourth-grade reading level, putting us just below the national low-literacy rate of 21%. This has sweeping implications for our poverty rates, resources, and school dropout rates as a city, as studies have shown there is a clear and cyclical link between literacy and economic opportunity, educational attainment, and overall community well-being.

By joining our Patreon community, you’re helping to sustain our mission to create an inviting space where reading feels accessible and curiosity is celebrated. Your monthly support helps us keep our shelves full, our lights on, and our doors open to everyone who believes in the power of books to change lives. In return, our patrons receive exclusive benefits, along with early access to special events at the shop, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes updates from our team.

A bookstore is more than a place to buy books: it’s a living, breathing part of the community. It’s where stories spark conversations, neighbors connect, and new ideas take root. In an era that often pulls people apart, indie bookstores like ours are helping bring us back together.