Comics at the Corner: Comic Book Reading Nooks
Bringing a love for reading to the neighborhood!
Leader
Dawn Arrington
Location
slavic village cleveland, OH 44104
About the project
The Comics at the Corner Comic Book Reading Nooks are spaces located in local businesses and organizations that provide free comics and an inviting space for people to sit and read! We are currently in the process of setting up our first Reading Nook at the Reading Room CLE inside the Brownhoist and have 3 additional locations in the works!
The spaces are collaborative and not intended to be a burden for the sponsoring location. Comics at the Corner provides the comics and set up and the partner/host will provide the space.
The Steps
Identify 4 locations for the nooks - in process
Purchase and pick up furniture/items - in process
Purchase books
Install
Develop an evaluation and restock process
Why we‘re doing it
Comics at the Corner has been tackling the literacy challenge in under-invested communities since late 2018. We launched our Literacy Lounges in 2023 and continue to have an impact in neighborhoods where literacy is a challenge due to the lack of opportunities for book ownership and choice. While the Literacy Lounges continue to grow, we recognize that people need regular spaces where they can connect with the community and feel welcome. We believe that if spaces emulate bookstores and libraries but don't require payment perhaps people will engage with content.