Name: A Room of One’s Own Bookstore
Address: 2717 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA
Telephone: (608) 257-7888
Rating: 4.8

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A poetry reading event at A Room Of One's Own Bookstore featuring Léon Pradeau, who will present his new English translation of 'Superliquid Water' by Cécile Mainardi. He will be joined by poets Steve Timm, Lewis Freedman, and Kai Ihns, each sharing their recent works. The event celebrates contemporary poetry and translation, with readings from the participating poets.

A Room of One's Own Bookstore

An Evening of Poetry with Léon Pradeau, Lewis Freedman, Kai Ihns, and Steve Timm

Join the Genre Fluid Book Club for a discussion of 'The New Lesbian Pulp'. The event is scheduled for June 17, 2026, from 18:00 to 19:00. The club is run by Iris (they/them) at Room, and attendees can contact Iris via email at iris@roomofonesown.com for questions. All book club books are available at a 10% discount. No registration is required to join, and participants can RSVP by indicating their first meeting attendance.

The Reading Room

Genre Fluid Book Club Discussion of The New Lesbian Pulp

Authors discuss their works in a conversational event.

Follow the Signs and Ultranatural: Two Authors in Conversation with Courtney Ann LaFaive and Cand...

Join us for the Queer & Trans Open Mic Night at A Room Of One's Own Bookstore on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The event features a sign-up at 6:50 PM, with performances starting at 7:05 PM and lasting until 8:30 PM, followed by mingling until 9:00 PM. The open mic is limited to 15 slots, so arrive early if you'd like to perform. Allies are welcome in the audience, and the event is reserved for LGBTQIA2S+ performers. The venue is accessible, with accommodations for wheelchairs and mobility aids, gender-neutral bathrooms, and nearby public transportation and street parking. For accessibility requests, contact Fawzy at fawzy@roomofonesown.com.

Queer & Trans Open Mic Night

An inclusive open mic event at A Room Of One's Own Bookstore, dedicated to LGBTQIA2S+ performers and allies. Held on the last Wednesday of every month, the event features a sign-up at 6:50 PM, performances from 7:05 PM to 8:30 PM, and a social mingle until 9:00 PM. The event offers accessible spaces, with limited 15 performance slots, and encourages community engagement through art and expression.

Queer & Trans Open Mic

A workshop hosted by A Room Of One's Own Bookstore focusing on cardboard bookmaking with a theme of Palestine Solidarity. Participants will create covers and bind an excerpt from the book 'Genocide Bad' by Sim Kern. No RSVP is necessary, and masks are recommended.

Andaleeb Cartonera: Binding an Excerpt from Genocide Bad by Sim Kern

Join the Genre Fluid Book Club for a discussion of 'Jaw Filler' by Maz Murray and Charlie Markbreiter. The event will take place on July 15, 2026, from 18:00 to 19:00 at The Reading Room, located at 2713 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI. Participants can RSVP via the provided link. The event is hosted by A Room Of One's Own Bookstore.

Genre Fluid Book Club Discussion of Jaw Filler by Maz Murray and Charlie Markbreiter

A monthly queer film screening hosted by A Room of One's Own, featuring the film 'National Anthem.'

Queer Movie Night: National Anthem

A book launch event for 'Saint Delilah' by Isabelle Spotts, hosted by A Room of One's Own Bookstore. The event is scheduled for August 11th, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with an author signing session from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The event is free and open to the public, held in person at the bookstore located at 2717 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI.

Saint Delilah Book Launch

A queer movie night hosted by Celena at A Room Of One's Own Bookstore, featuring a film from Kanopy's library. The event takes place in The Reading Room at 2713 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI, on August 27, 2026, from 19:00 to 21:00. Masks are required. Attendees can RSVP via the provided Google Forms link.

A Room of One's Own Bookstore is highly praised for its diverse selection of books, particularly in social justice and queer literature. Customers appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff, and well-organized sections. Many reviews highlight the store's thoughtful curation and the enjoyable experience of browsing for hours. Overall, it is considered a must-visit for book lovers in Madison.

Madison has a rich LGBTQ+ history and hosts Madison Magic PrideFest (August) and The Big Gay Pride Market (June). Shamrock Bar, FIVE Nightclub, and Woof's anchor the bar scene; OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center runs programming. The city has been a hub for queer activism since the 1980s.

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June 2026

An Evening of Poetry with Léon Pradeau, Lewis Freedman, Kai Ihns, and Steve Timm

Genre Fluid Book Club Discussion of The New Lesbian Pulp

Follow the Signs and Ultranatural: Two Authors in Conversation with Courtney Ann LaFaive and Cand...

Queer & Trans Open Mic Night

Queer & Trans Open Mic

July 2026

Andaleeb Cartonera: Binding an Excerpt from Genocide Bad by Sim Kern

Genre Fluid Book Club Discussion of Jaw Filler by Maz Murray and Charlie Markbreiter

Queer Movie Night: National Anthem

August 2026

Saint Delilah Book Launch

Queer Movie Night: National Anthem

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