Chicago Independent Bookstore Hoping For Brighter 2021

WDCB’s Gary Zidek checks in with Volumes Bookcafe co-owner Rebecca George to talk about the past 9 months, her hopes for next year and what releases have been selling well this holiday season.

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WDCB's Gary Zidek catches up with Volumes Bookcafe co-owner Rebecca George to talk about 2020, hopes for next year and what books are flying of the shelves this holiday season.

“I don’t know how many months we could go on, paying what we do to be where we are, with the way things are. With the fact that business is so far down, with no café, with no events, all the things that make us up.” - Volumes Bookcafe co-owner Rebecca George talking about her concerns for 2021.

Volumes co-owner Rebecca George

It’s been a trying 2020 for all brick-and-mortar retailers, Wicker Park neighborhood-based Volumes Bookcafe has worked hard to engage with its patrons during the pandemic. Business has picked up during the holidays, but Volumes co-owner Rebecaa George is concerned about the early months of 2021.

Looking for a last minute book gift? Volumes has lots of recommendations. However, last second shoppers should know there are demands on book printers and delivery services that are causing some delays. You can check out Volumes holiday catalogue by clicking here.

You can stay up to date on everything going on at Volumes by visiting the store’s website at volumesbooks.com