Call & Response is a Black woman-owned bookstore based in the Hyde Park / Kenwood neighborhood of Chicago that centers writings and experiences of Black people and other people of color. We offer literature for readers of all ages and provide regular events and programming for community members.
Upcoming Events
Public theologian Christena Cleveland will be discussing her newest book, The Black Madonna: Icon of Resistance & Nourisher of Souls!
We're welcoming bestselling romance author Jasmine Guillory for a discussion of her newest young adult romance book, It's Only Dancing! Q&A and signing to follow discussion.
Join us for a discussion of Meghana Mysore's new book, Let All Our Ghosts Depart, a genre-bending collection of short stories exploring indentity, place, and womanhood. Meghana will be joined by author Puloma Ghosh; Q&A and signing to follow discussion!