On Wednesday November 19th All Book Clubs and Avid Readers are Welcome to join us for a night of Fantasy and Art.
Khemistry's Wandering Book Nook is a mobile, pop-up bookstore in New York City that brings a curated selection of books, community, and culture to various public spaces like sidewalks, street fairs, and parks. It was founded by Khema Gaffoor (who goes by "Khemistry") with the aim of creating a cozy, accessible space for readers across NYC.
Key aspects of Khemistry's Wandering Book Nook:
Mobile Concept: The bookstore operates by setting up pop-up locations, so it "wanders" around different neighborhoods in NYC.
Curated Selection: It features a handpicked collection of books that Khema loves, including genres like dark romance, romantasy, and stories by diverse voices that deserve more prominence on the shelf.
Community Focus: The goal is to build community and bring people together through a shared love of reading and stories.
Indo-Guyanese Heritage: The owner, Khema Gaffoor, is Indo-Guyanese by heritage and was raised in Queens, which influences the bookstore's cultural elements and curated titles.
Engagement: The Nook engages with its audience through social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where it shares its upcoming event schedules.
In essence, it is a passion project turned reality, designed to make the experience of discovering and purchasing books more intimate and community-oriented by meeting readers "right where [they] are".