“Black people make up 15% of the US population. So, we asked businesses to dedicate 15% of their shelf space to Black-owned brands.”
The Pledge is an invitation to partners to give their valued community what they are asking for: variety and economic equality. The Pledge allows us to learn and grow together, led by a sustainable model for long-term change.
We became a monthly donor of the 15 Percent Pledge in February of 2025. To date, we have contributed $79.60 to the organization!
We make it our goal to ensure that at least 15% of the books we sell are by black authors, although we typically shoot for closer to 40%.
Representation matters.
In literature, and everywhere!
Learn more about the organization at the link below.