Cathy Slater Owner of Dulwich Books, U.K.

Send us a text Join me in conversation with Cathy Slater, owner of Dulwich Books, as she sheds light on the profound connection between independent bookstores and their communities. Through her journey, Cathy illustrates how booksellers can make a significant impact by understanding readers" needs while emphasizing diversity in literature and the importance of small presses. In this episode: • Sharing insights from a career in publishing to bookselling • The lasting history and impact of Dulwich Books in its community • Exploring the challenges and joys of promoting diverse literature • The reciprocal relationship between the bookstore and local schools • Advocating for the roles of small and medium presses in the industry • Addressing how to engage children in reading amidst digital distractions • Highlighting the passion-driven bookselling model and reader connection Dulwich Books James, Percival Everett Richard Osman Books William Boyd Books Cormac McCarthy Books Held, Anne Michaels Sort of Books episode on The Bookshop Podcast Oonagh Stransky (Héloïse Press) episode on The Bookshop Podcast La Peste, Albert Camus Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent, Judi Dench, Brendan O’Hea Tom Lake, Ann Patchett Sally Rooney Books Dav Pilkey Books Hamnet, Maggie O’Farrell Time of the Child, Niall Williams Links to help with L.A. Fire Relief: California Community Foundation California Fire Foundation World Central Kitchen United Way of Greater Los Angeles American Red Cross Pasadena Humane Society Lost Angeles fire Department Foundation Mutual Aid LA Support the show The Bookshop Podcast Mandy Jackson-Beverly Social Media Links