On Saturday, April 25, Itinerant Literate invites the community to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with “Fight Fascism, Read Books,” a full-day event dedicated to the power of stories to challenge the status quo, preserve truth, and bring people together. Guests can expect special events, exclusive promotions, local stories, and a password-only Speakeasy to close out the day.
Stencil Station + Audiobook Walk, 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Customize your own shirt or bandana with literary, antifascist quotes before we set out on our Audiobook Walk. (Supplies provided while they last.) Then, pop in your headphones and join us for a quiet act of community. We’ll walk together while listening to our own audiobooks. Includes a midwalk water break and optional stencil stop. Ends with a rapid-fire challenge: Pitch your audiobook to a stranger in 10 seconds. Learn more
Story Time: Little Heroes, Big Voices, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
We’ll read stories of brave young protagonists followed by a hands-on "hero-in-training" activity. It’s never too early to learn that one tiny person can make a really big difference. Learn more
History as a Warning: Local Stories of Resistance & Reckoning, 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Local authors Cinelle Barnes, Herb Frazier, and others discuss the power of history to illuminate, unsettle, and inspire. What can Charleston’s past teach us about where we’re headed and what we refuse to repeat? Learn more
Readers’ Resistance Speakeasy, After Hours
When the sun begins to set, the real fun begins. Join us for an after-hours covert, cozy rebellion for those who believe reading is an act of resistance, with hidden messages (and discounts) waiting in the shelves. Entry granted only to those who know the password. Keep an eye out for the password to the ticket page! It’s hidden in the details for IBD and will show up when you least expect it in our emails and social posts (think: riddles, Easter eggs, and a little bit of mischief). You’ll need it to unlock tickets and gain entry. Learn more
All-day festivities include:
- 20% Off Blind Date with a Book: Trust the unknown.
- The Resistance Bundle: Spend $100 or more to receive a special gift with purchase AND the Speakeasy password (if you haven't cracked the code yet).
- Limited-Edition Merch: Original bookmarks, stickers, and stencils featuring antifascist and antiauthoritarian quotes (while supplies last).
- Resistance Writing Station: Congressional and statehouse issue table and letter-writing station.
- DIY Zine Station: Make your own resistance mag!
All events are free. Come celebrate the power of independent bookstores and the words that move us. When ideas are challenged, books become more than stories; they become acts of courage.