WHY JOIN NAB2?

  • Community Building

    Connect with a national network.

    Engage with fellow Black bookstore owners, booksellers, and industry professional through exclusive events, meetups, and channels.

  • Tools & Training

    Strengthen your store and your skills.

    Gain access to toolkits, trainings, education and best practices tailored to the unique needs of Black-owned bookstores and booksellers.

  • Industry Access

    Be seen. Be heard. Be connected.

    Get direct access to publishers, distributors, authors, and literary influencers who support the NAB² mission.

  • Visibility & Advocacy

    Elevate your voice and your brand…

    NAB² amplifies member bookstores through national campaigns, media opportunities, and collective advocacy on issues that matter.

  • Financial Support

    Grow with support behind you.

    Access to grants, scholarships, and discounted tools, services, and events to support sustainability and growth.

  • Association Governance

    Shape the future of the movement.

    Most members have voting privileges and opportunities to serve on the Board, Advisory Board, and special task forces.