If you’ve attended our events, you may recognize Anika Horn . A valued member of our team, she brings her expertise as a discussion moderator, community builder, and events strategist. Anika is also the mind behind 40 Bookshops Under 40 , a project highlighting the importance of independent bookshops and vibrant local economies. Anika wrote this article to illuminate the cultural, economic, and emotional impact independent bookstores have - and why choosing local truly matter

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