Baltimore bookstores accepting local authors & zines
These 4 shops publicly say they accept submissions. Each card links to a listing with the exact pitch instructions from the shop's own website. Read how to pitch to retailers and grab the free line sheet template before you hit send.
The 4 shops
Snug Books
Independent neighborhood bookstore on Harford Road in Lauraville.
Heads up: They get many requests and only reply if it's a good fit.
Atomic Books
Hampden bookstore known for zines, small-press and offbeat books (and John Waters fan mail).
Heads up: Cover price must be the same everywhere, including your own site.
Wyrd Bookstore
Independent bookstore in Edgewater that supports Anne Arundel County authors.
Heads up: You need a strong connection to Anne Arundel County or a neighboring county.
Old Fox Books & Coffeehouse
Independent bookstore and coffeehouse on Maryland Avenue in Annapolis.
Heads up: They read every submission but will only be in touch if they can move forward.
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