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Wicker Park, Chicago, IL

Quimby's Bookstore

Heads up: Their FAQ page still describes an older 60/40 split; the consignment page (status dated 7/1/2026) says 50% of the actual sale price as of 5/1/26.

Independent bookstore for zines, comics and small-press books; currently taking local Chicago authors and artists, art zines, risograph and letterpress work, and more.

Location
Wicker Park, Chicago, IL
Address
1854 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Pitch method
Form, Mail
Terms
Consignment: Quimby's pays 50% of the actual sale price
Buying model
Consignment
Split & fees
50% of each sale to the author; $2.50 ACH processing fee deducted from payouts above $50; no payout for sales more than 1 year old (per their page, checked 2026-10-17).
Maker preferences
local Chicago authors and artists (larger copy allowance)
Buying windows
1 new title every 4 months (status as of 7/1/2026)
Walk-ins
yes
Samples
Books: one review copy; unsolicited review copies may be kept, sold or donated
Carries
Books, Art
Last verified
2026-10-17

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