Help Buzzin' Books go from Pop-up to Permanent!
Help Make Buzzin' Books a Home for Readers Everywhere
Project Description
Welcome to Buzzin' Books, a pop-up bookstore in Western New York! We are excited to announce that we are now ready to take our business to the next level and open our very own brick-and-mortar bookstore and café in the heart of our community. But we need your help to make this happen!
Our mission has always been to create a space for book lovers and writers in our community to connect and engage with local authors and publishers. We believe in the power of storytelling, and we know that books have the ability to bring people together and inspire change. With our new bookstore and café, we want to create a hub for our community that fosters creativity, growth, and social engagement.
As a business, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in the publishing industry. Our bookstore will feature works by diverse and marginalized voices, with a focus on supporting local authors and publishers. We believe that representation matters, and we want to create a space where everyone feels welcome and heard.
Our café will serve locally sourced coffee and food, including vegan and vegetarian options, to promote sustainability and support our local community. We want to create a space where customers can relax and enjoy a good book with a delicious cup of coffee or a healthy snack.
To make our dream of a permanent brick-and-mortar bookstore and café a reality, we need your support. We are launching a crowdfunding campaign to raise $50,000 to cover the costs of securing a location, purchasing inventory and equipment, and hiring staff.
By supporting our campaign, you are not only helping to create a unique and inspiring space for book lovers in our community, but you are also investing in the future of local publishing and supporting our local economy. Your contribution will help us to build a sustainable and vibrant business that will enrich our community for years to come.
We believe that our bookstore and café will be a vital addition to our community, and we are so excited to share this dream with you. Thank you for considering supporting our campaign and for being a part of our Buzzin' Books community!
Updates
The Campaign FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What is Buzzin' Books?
Buzzin' Books is a pop-up bookstore in Western New York that is looking to transition to a permanent brick-and-mortar bookstore and café.
- Why are you starting a crowdfunding campaign?
We are launching a crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for securing a location, purchasing inventory and equipment, and hiring staff. Your support will help us turn our dream of a permanent brick-and-mortar bookstore and café into a reality.
- What will the funds be used for?
The funds raised from the crowdfunding campaign will be used to secure a location, purchase inventory and equipment, and hire staff for our brick-and-mortar bookstore and café.
- What kind of books will you sell?
We will sell a wide range of books, with a focus on supporting local authors and publishers. Our bookstore will also feature works by diverse and marginalized voices, with a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity in the publishing industry.
- What kind of food and drink will you serve in the café?
Our café will serve locally sourced coffee and food, including vegan and vegetarian options, to promote sustainability and support our local community.
- What will happen to Buzzin' Books if the crowdfunding campaign is not successful?
If the crowdfunding campaign is not successful, we will continue to operate our pop-up bookstore and explore other options for transitioning to a brick-and-mortar bookstore and café in the future.
- When will the brick-and-mortar bookstore and café open?
We plan to open our brick-and-mortar bookstore and café in the fall of 2024.
- How can I get involved?
You can get involved by contributing to our crowdfunding campaign, sharing our campaign on social media, and spreading the word about Buzzin' Books in your community. We also welcome volunteers and support from local writers, artists, and organizations. Contact us at [email protected] to learn more about how you can get involved.
A custom Buzzin' Books Tote, an acrylic bookmark, and an "I Like Big Books and I Cannot Lie" T-Shirt
Just Because I Care
Receive a Blind Date with a Book. Wrapped in Brown Paper packaging this book is a bit of a mystery until you open it up and see whats inside. All blind dates with a book have 3.75+ stars on Goodreads.
One Buzzin' Books Logo tote and a custom acrylic bookmarker
Each Gift Box includes a paperback book, custom tumbler, coffee, tea, a "Fireside Stories" candle from NoPlanetB, an acrylic bookmark, plus a tote for you to carry all of your new swag in!
Everything listed above, plus a new hardcover book! Once we open the cafe you will also be granted the honor of having your own craft drink added to our menu and named after you!
Rewards
A custom Buzzin' Books Tote, an acrylic bookmark, and an "I Like Big Books and I Cannot Lie" T-Shirt
Just Because I Care
Receive a Blind Date with a Book. Wrapped in Brown Paper packaging this book is a bit of a mystery until you open it up and see whats inside. All blind dates with a book have 3.75+ stars on Goodreads.
One Buzzin' Books Logo tote and a custom acrylic bookmarker
Each Gift Box includes a paperback book, custom tumbler, coffee, tea, a "Fireside Stories" candle from NoPlanetB, an acrylic bookmark, plus a tote for you to carry all of your new swag in!
Everything listed above, plus a new hardcover book! Once we open the cafe you will also be granted the honor of having your own craft drink added to our menu and named after you!