Readers deserve to see themselves in the books that they read, and politicians, teachers, and parent groups are banning books and stripping rights in order to render marginalized communities powerless. Liberation is Lit is a bookseller that aims to spark collective action for liberation and community building among readers and book lovers by promoting stories from intersectional experiences. These groups know that reading is political, but so do Radical Readers. The stories we read have the power to band us together to find liberation for us all.

Two ways you can join our movement:

1. Donate your gently used books

We are looking for all genres

2. Invest directly in our Liberation Fund

Your Support Matters: Help us provide free books and book coaching services to community members in need. Every donation fuels literacy, empowers activists and change-makers, and fosters a liberated community.

Why the Liberation Fund?

• Books and stories help build empathy, foster radical vulnerability, and strengthen our ability to actively listen to stories from people who are different from ourselves.
• Books and stories build bridges, fostering unity and understanding within our communities.
• Liberation is Lit is a business that strives to be community-centered and aims to disrupt the way we know capitalism. By providing free books for those who may not be able to afford them, we contribute to the liberation of minds, breaking the chains of limited access.

How Your Donation Helps:

• Provides free books to children/youth, people who are experiencing homelessness or incarceration, and free little libraries around the community.
• Liberated YA Book Club—free author events for readers ages 14-20 to explore young adult fiction that challenges conventions, sparks meaningful conversations, and inspires self-discovery. 
• Supports book drives and pop-up libraries in underserved neighborhoods.
  

Liberation is Lit prides itself on being for the community and of the community. We recognize that we can't achieve liberation solely through book sales, which is why we value community collaboration. Here are some ways you can work with us:

Wholesale book purchases: 

You can place wholesale orders directly with us for your book clubs, meetings, and other bulk order needs. Receive a 10% discount with a minimum purchase of 30 books. If you would like a direct link for individuals to purchase, we can also provide that (without a discount). We also support wishlists and registries for teachers, nonprofits, and others looking to collect book donations.

Book club facilitation:

Want to start a book club that frames literature around social justice and liberation? We can help facilitate one-time book clubs or create tailored discussion questions to foster connection, community engagement, communication, and empathy building. Book club facilitation can be for students, parents, community members, and professionals for professional development.

Library and Book Collection Curation:

We can help you curate your professional library and book collection, or assist you in starting one as part of your organization's activities. 

Book Fairs:

If your homeschool group or after-school program is interested in hosting a book fair, we can help! We can offer pre-paid (giving books to students for free) or traditional options.

Email info@liberationislit.com to see how we can work together

Note: most services are paid to support the bookstore and our Liberation Fund initiatives

Liberation is Lit is dedicated to sparking collective action for liberation and community building among readers and book lovers by promoting stories from intersectional experiences. We are seeking up-and-coming authors who are passionate about creating change through the books they write. We want to be a home for your books and a bridge to connect your work to your ideal readers. And most importantly, for you to get paid for your labor of love!

Liberation is Lit currently attends markets all over the Midlands of South Carolina and has an online market that reaches readers nationwide. We also have a vibrant social media community with thousands of followers. Get your book in front of our readers today!

Submit Your Book

Here's How It Works

1. Submit a short proposal through our online form outlining a synopsis/description of your book, your author bio, a graphic of the cover, your target audience, and any excerpts of reviews. Please submit one entry per book you wish to house with us.
2. If your book is accepted, we will send you an agreement with the terms of the consignment. We offer authors a 60/40 split in their favor for the sale of their book.
3. All you have to do is provide us with 3-5 copies of your book at a time! You'll get paid on a quarterly basis. You decide if and when you want to stop selling your book with us.

Author Benefits

• Take some of the pressure off of you by having someone dedicated to marketing and promoting your book
• Have your book featured among other authors published with larger publishers to gain credibility
• Gain visibility and recognition outside of your routine markets
• Expand your community and reach readers in different regions

Submit Your Book

FAQ

How are books priced and sold?

You set the price for the books you want to sell. If this is your first time selling outside of Amazon or your website, we can help you with book pricing. All books are sold through our website, social media channels, and at our in-person markets.

What is the consignment fee or commission structure?

There is no fee associated with selling your books with us. You make money as we sell your book. We offer a commission split of 60/40 in favor of the author. We will reach out to you when we run out of our stock. Books are stocked in-store for up to one year.

How are payments and sales tracked?

All inventory is tracked through our sales platform, so we track every time your book sells. At the end of each quarter, you will receive your share of the profits from each sale.

What marketing and promotion efforts will be made on behalf of the authors?

Liberation is Lit is always promoting our books on our social media, as well as to all of our email subscribers and podcast listeners. Feel free to promote to your audience that they can buy the book from us as well!

Are you ready to have your book featured in a bookstore??

Submit Your Book