Portland bookstores accepting local authors & zines
These 5 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 5 shops
Sonny's House
Queer gift shop, gallery, tattoo studio and bookstore styled like a maximalist living room; COVID-conscious and consent-driven.
Not accepting right now. Applications closed as of 2026-10-17.
Annie Bloom's Books
Multnomah Village independent bookstore that supports local authors who actively promote indie bookstores.
Mother Foucault's Bookshop
Used bookstore specializing in foreign-language, philosophy and rare collectible titles, with readings Thursday-Saturday.
Heads up: Mainly a used bookstore; they only order new books in extremely rare cases.
Two Rivers & Weird Sisters
St. Johns bookstore and yarn shop (Two Rivers Books and Weird Sisters Yarn) that hosts local-author events and maker markets.
Heads up: The form covers both shop partnerships and their markets, and no terms are published.
Second Shapes Bookstore
Kenton used bookstore with zines, art and new books from local authors and small presses, plus a community room for workshops and events.
Heads up: Their consign page says new consignors would be accepted from September 2026; it's unclear whether intake is open now, so email to check.
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