Libélula Books & Co.
| Company type | Independent bookstore |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Founded | June 2021 |
| Founder | Jesi Gutierrez and Celi Hernandez |
| Headquarters | San Diego, California , United States |
Area served | Barrio Logan neighborhood, San Diego |
Key people | Jesi Gutierrez, Celi Hernandez |
| Products | Books (art, poetry, LGBTQ literature, graphic novels, feminist writings, social justice nonfiction), small press titles, local zines |
| Website | libelulabooks |
Libélula Books & Co. is an independently owned bookstore situated in the Barrio Logan neighborhood of San Diego, California. It is proudly operated by queer and BIPOC entrepreneurs Jesi Gutierrez and Celi Hernandez.[1][2]
Overview
Established in June 2021 by Jesi Gutierrez and Celi Hernandez,[1] Libélula Books & Co. occupies a 700-square-foot venue on South 26th Street within the predominantly Mexican-American community of Barrio Logan.[3][4] The bookstore's inventory includes a diverse range of art books, poetry collections, LGBTQ literature, graphic novels, feminist writings, and nonfiction focused on social justice themes. It features works in both Spanish and English, with particular attention to indigenous, Black, and Chicana/o histories and stories.[3] The curated selection aims to elevate voices from groups historically underrepresented, such as women, femmes, BIPOC individuals, and LGBTQ communities.[5][2] Additionally, Libélula offers titles from small independent presses, self-published local zines, as well as new and used books.[1][6]
The Los Angeles Times highlights Libélula Books & Co. as a community-driven establishment intentionally designed to serve as a welcoming environment for queer people and communities of color.[4] The bookstore provides complimentary WiFi access and a computer workstation available for public use. It also partners with the San Diego Brown Beret National Organization to deliver free tutoring services for local youth.[1][5] Beyond retail, the space hosts various cultural events including film screenings, literary readings, panel discussions, art exhibitions, and other creative projects featuring local artists and writers.[4][5] Notable guest contributors have included Beatrice Zamora, Bob Dominguez, Polaris Castillo, and Matt Sedillo.[3]
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