February 2023 @RozzieBound Events

Thinking About Writing a Book? The Publishing Landscape for Aspiring Authors
Thursday, February 16, 6:30-7:45 PM, Roslindale Branch, 4246 Washington St
Are you a first-time author with a book idea but needs help getting published? Few people who aren’t seasoned veterans of the traditional publishing process understand how a book goes from a little germ of an idea you think up in the shower to a real, live, hefty object sitting on the shelf. This workshop, led by literary agent Sarah Khalil of Kneerim and Williams, will take attendees through the lifecycle of a book and how literary agents fit into that process, including tips on how to find one. Co-sponsored by the Friends of Roslindale Branch.

 

Banned Book Club: All Boys Aren’t Blue
Thursday, February 23, 6:30 – 7:30 PM, Roslindale Branch, 4246 Washington St
We will discuss George M. Johnson’s All Boys Aren’t Blue, which has frequently been censored because it includes LGBTQIA+ content and profanity. The book is available for purchase from Rozzie Bound. RSVP: roslindale@bpl.org In a series of personal essays, prominent journalist and LGBTQIA+ activist George M. Johnson’s All Boys Aren’t Blue explores his childhood, adolescence, and college years in New Jersey and Virginia.

Become a Consumer Owner

Rozzie Bound Co-op, Inc. is a multi-stakeholder cooperative incorporated in Massachusetts. We’re operated by Worker Owners who are accountable to a nine-member Board of Directors.

A community member can purchase a Consumer-Owner Share for $100. Rights and Obligations of Consumer Owners are governed by the co-op’s Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation, which are available on our Co-op Bylaws page. To become a Consumer Owner, you must be at least 18 years old, a Massachusetts resident, and complete a brief Consumer-Owner Share Application in person at our store.

Benefits of Consumer Ownership

Tangible Benefits

* Participate in Annual Shareholders Meeting
* Elect Boardmembers
* Attend Special Events for Consumer Owners
* Book discounts on Owner Appreciation Days
* 20% Discount on Rozzie Bound Co-op Merch
* More benefits to come once we have our own space!

Intangible Benefits

* Help create a vital new gathering space and community learning center
* Support local nonprofits such as Friends of the Roslindale Branch Library
* Support local authors, artists, and musicians
* Strengthen Roslindale’s local economy
* Join a growing movement for a more democratic and equitable economy

Help your co-op grow!

* Invite friends and neighbors to join the Co-op
* Follow us @rozziebound on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
* Tell your friends and neighbors about author talks and other community events