How to Support Pour Over Prose: Big and Small Ways That Make a Difference

As a small, independent pop-up bookstore, we’ve been deeply moved by the encouragement and enthusiasm we’ve received from our community since launching Pour Over Prose. Every kind word, purchase, and show of support helps us continue building toward our long-term dream of a brick-and-mortar space where books, coffee, and community come together. Whether you're a fellow book lover, a local neighbor, or someone who stumbled across our story online, there are so many meaningful ways you can support what we’re creating—many of which don’t require spending money.

One of the most direct ways to support us is by visiting our pop-up events. These markets are the heart of our business. When you stop by to browse, bring a friend, or even just say hello, it helps us grow visibility and connect more deeply with our community. Each pop-up is a chance for us to share our curated selection of used and like-new books, meet readers face-to-face, and keep building momentum for what comes next. You can stay updated on where we’ll be next by following our event calendar or social media announcements.

Speaking of social media, following us on platforms like Instagram and engaging with our posts is an incredibly impactful way to support us. Likes, comments, shares, and story tags help boost our visibility and introduce us to new readers who may not have heard about us yet. These small actions have a big effect on helping us reach more people and grow our audience organically.

Another great way to support us is by simply spreading the word. If you’ve enjoyed shopping with us or love our mission, telling a friend or family member about Pour Over Prose is one of the most powerful things you can do. Recommending us to fellow readers, tagging us in posts, or even mentioning us in your own book clubs helps us reach new circles and build a stronger network of supporters.

We also gladly accept book donations, which are a huge part of what allows us to keep our inventory fresh and affordable. If you have gently used books you’d like to pass along, we would love to give them a second life. While we may not be able to sell every donated book, none of them go to waste—what we don't sell is either offered for free at events or donated forward to local organizations. Your donations help us grow sustainably and keep books circulating in the community.

As we grow, we’re also creating opportunities to connect through events and book clubs. Attending these gatherings helps us build a vibrant space for conversation, creativity, and connection beyond just buying and selling books. Whether you're joining a themed discussion, attending a poetry night, or supporting a local author event, your presence helps make our vision a reality.

For those who enjoy shopping online or want to buy new titles while still supporting us, you can do so through our Bookshop.org storefront. When you shop through our link, a portion of the proceeds goes directly to supporting our business, all while giving you access to a wide selection of new books shipped directly to your door. You can browse our selections at bookshop.org/shop/pouroverprose.

Finally, one of the most important ways you can support us is by staying connected. Reach out with book recommendations, ideas, or feedback. Join our mailing list, follow along with our journey, and continue showing up in whatever way you can.

Every act of support—no matter how small—helps sustain our mission and move us closer to our goals. Thank you for being part of this journey with us. We're so excited for what’s ahead and grateful to have you along for the ride.