Detroit Book City

Detroit Book City We’re a small, Black-owned indie travel/pop-up bookstore. We sell new, used & rare books for the fam.

02/26/2026

🎯Ok Book Fam! Here’s Recap – Part 3. This year was extra special as we ✨celebrated 10 years✨ committed to promoting literacy, preserving Black stories and sustaining a culture of reading in our community. Thank you for being part of this journey as the legacy continues.

🎉 Detroit Book City returns to to Marion Law Academy on Wed. Feb. 25th for Black History Month. ✨Grandma Nanu Sparkle✨ w...
02/24/2026

🎉 Detroit Book City returns to to Marion Law Academy on Wed. Feb. 25th for Black History Month. ✨Grandma Nanu Sparkle✨ will introduce the students to the Godfather of Black History, Carter G. Woodson! They will enjoy storytelling with Author , fun interactive literacy activities...then shop for books! Have a Pre-K through 5th grade student at this school? Make sure they bring a few dollars to shop some culturally-rich books! ❤️📚

02/23/2026

Hey Bookies! Here's the Event Recap "Part 2" from Saturday! This year's book expo marked a 10-year anniversary for Detroit Book City ~ Metro Detroit’s longest-running Black-led literary event featuring the independent authors. Our mission is to promote, preserve and sustain literacy while celebrating Black history.

02/23/2026

🎯🎉Woot!! Thank you Detroit for showing up!! Ten years ago, Detroit Book City was created with a simple but powerful belief: books have the power to change lives, strengthen families and preserve our culture. What began as a vision to bring Black literature directly into our neighborhoods has grown into a community-centered movement rooted in literacy, connection and pride.

This ✨10-Year Milestone Anniversary✨ event was more than a celebration of time—it is a celebration of impact. Over the past decade, we've witnessed children discover the joy of reading, families build home libraries and independent Black authors share their stories with audiences who see themselves reflected on the page. These moments remind us why this movement matters.

🙏❣️Thank you to our authors, partners and staff for believing in this mission. Most importantly, thank you to the families and readers who continue to show up, year after year, in support of literacy and community across Metro Detroit.

Because when we READ together, we GROW together! Enjoy the Recap (1of4)... See ya next year!!🥰

With gratitude,
Janeice & Reginald Haynes
Indie Bookstore Owners

🚨📚 🎉 Let's Get Ready To Rumble!!! Detroit Book City's 10th Annual African-American Family Book Expo & Read-In 2026 !! ✨O...
02/21/2026

🚨📚 🎉 Let's Get Ready To Rumble!!! Detroit Book City's 10th Annual African-American Family Book Expo & Read-In 2026 !! ✨Our 10-Year Anniversary Milestone Celebration! ✨

Today, Feb. 21st., we’re bringing together 40+ incredible authors, children’s books, urban fiction, memoirs, Black history, poetry, teen reads, inspiration, coloring books, art journals and MORE — all under one roof!

🎶 Musical Tunes by DJ Holly
🍴 Soul food 'That's Dat Truck' on deck
📖 African American Read-In celebration
👨🏾‍👩🏾‍👧🏾‍👦 Dr. Carter G. Woodson ~ coloring station @ Kid Zone!

This is not just a book expo — it’s a celebration of Black literacy, legacy and community in Metro Detroit. Bring the kids. Bring grandma. Bring your book club. Bring your appetite for knowledge. Let’s celebrate 10 years of promoting, preserving & sustaining Black literature — together. ❤️

📍 Developing K.I.D.S. – Village Hall 24230 W. McNichols Detroit
🗓 Saturday, February 21, 2026
⏰ 12PM – 5PM
🎟️ FREE Admission w/registered ticket!

Pull up! The door is open at 12 noon.

✨ Indie Author Spotlight ✨ Meet D. Leon Stokes ... an author, musician and 41-year retired executive from General Motors...
02/18/2026

✨ Indie Author Spotlight ✨ Meet D. Leon Stokes ... an author, musician and 41-year retired executive from General Motors is exhibiting at the 10th Annual African-American Family Book Expo & Read-In 2026! After previously publishing an essay in the Lansing State Journal honoring his late father, John E. Stokes, Leon has expanded on that inspiration releasing his inaugural book “Are The Kids Okay: Life Lessons From A Great Man." This extraordinary book examines the life lessons passed on from an exceptional man to a grateful son.📚 Stop by his table on Sat. Feb. 21st to buy his inspirational book! 🔗 arethekidsokay.com. Get🎟️ FREE tickets: https://AAExpo2026.eventbrite.com

🕊️ Today we pause with heavy hearts at the passing of Jesse Jackson. We’re so grateful that he was part of our history —...
02/17/2026

🕊️ Today we pause with heavy hearts at the passing of Jesse Jackson. We’re so grateful that he was part of our history — attending our very first African American Family Book Expo in 2017. His presence affirmed the importance of literacy, Black authorship and the power of our stories.

We will remember his legacy of advocacy and his lifelong commitment to uplifting our community. Rest in power, sir…🙏❤️

✨ Indie Author Spotlight ✨ Meet Javon B... a cultural creation writer is exhibiting at the 10th Annual African-American ...
02/17/2026

✨ Indie Author Spotlight ✨ Meet Javon B... a cultural creation writer is exhibiting at the 10th Annual African-American Family Book Expo & Read-In 2026! He has published a Black history coloring book celebrating legacy, creativity and storytelling with hand-illustrated coloring pages that inspire learning, reflection and mindfulness. It’s by far… a quality keepsake for homes, classroom and collectors📚 Stop by his table on Sat. Feb. 21st to buy this coloring book 🔗 https://shoplinesoflegacy.com/. Get 🎟️ FREE tickets: https://AAExpo2026.eventbrite.com

✨Indie Author Spotlight✨ Meet Sandra Epps - Sandy’s Land ... an artist, author and owner of Sandy's Land LLC is exhibiti...
02/16/2026

✨Indie Author Spotlight✨ Meet Sandra Epps - Sandy’s Land ... an artist, author and owner of Sandy's Land LLC is exhibiting at the 10th Annual African-American Family Book Expo & Read-In 2026! She is the founder of the Detroit Doll Show, the largest black doll show in the world where the mission is to celebrate history, culture, self-love and diversity with the promotion of black dolls, art and books. Epps have written six inspirational books.📚 Pull up to meet this queen on Sat. Feb. 21st!🔗 www.sandyslandllc.com Get 🎟️ FREE tickets: https://AAExpo2026.eventbrite.com

🚨📚 ONE WEEK AWAY, DETROIT!!! 📚🚨The countdown is ON for the 10th Annual African-American Family Book Expo & Read-In 2026 ...
02/14/2026

🚨📚 ONE WEEK AWAY, DETROIT!!! 📚🚨The countdown is ON for the 10th Annual African-American Family Book Expo & Read-In 2026 ~ 10-Year Anniversary Milestone Celebration! 🎉✨

Next Saturday, Feb. 21st... we’re bringing together 40+ incredible authors, children’s books, urban fiction, memoirs, Black history, poetry, teen reads, inspiration, coloring books, art journals and MORE — all under one roof!

🎶 Music by DJ Holly
🍴 Soul food on deck
📖 African American Read-In celebration
👨🏾‍👩🏾‍👧🏾‍👦 Kid-friendly. Family-focused. Culturally rich.

This is not just a book expo — it’s a celebration of Black literacy, legacy and community in Metro Detroit. Bring the kids. Bring grandma. Bring your book club. Bring your appetite for knowledge. Let’s celebrate 10 years of promoting, preserving & sustaining Black literature — together. ❤️🖤💚

📍 Developing K.I.D.S. – Village Hall 24230 W. McNichols Detroit
🗓 Saturday, February 21, 2026
⏰ 12PM – 5PM
🎟️ FREE Admission w/registered ticket!

RSVP now: www.detroitbookcity.com

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