Carolynn Bain’s remarkable work serves as a reminder of how bookselling is not just a commercial enterprise but a powerful force for social justice and good.
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Carolyn's workshops really grab students' attention. She brings a lot of positive energy to each session, making it enjoyable and engaging. Carolyn creates a comfortable space for students to discuss important topics openly. Many students have mentioned how much they've learned during these sessions and have even shared their experiences
Maria: Teacher
Carolynn is our local celebrity and the kids are engaged from the moment she begins the workshop. Carolynn has a wonderfully interactive, dynamic and captivating delivery style. We learn, we laugh, we love and we explore in a safe space.
Teacher
It is so important for children to learn about race and privilege - Carolyn's workshops are engaging and effective in showing how the publishing industry needs to do better, while also encouraging children to take solution-focused approaches to these issues.
Teacher
Carolynn has been an integral part of our Primary programmes this Autumn term. She has supplied engaging, fun and informative workshops and even an exciting trip to her shop. The young people have left inspired and motivated by the imbalances in the publishing industry Carolynn highlighted. Students who visited her shop were amazed by the space and by all the amazing books Afrori has to offer. Many of the students and teachers who worked with us mentioned Carolynn in their feedback.
Jasmin: Into University
For her tireless dedication to literary inclusivity, community engagement, and the celebration of diverse voices, Carolynn is deserving of the highest accolades. She is not just a bookseller; she is a vital force for positive change and an invaluable asset to our community.
Adriana Lord: Multidisciplinary Artist
Carolynn is a role model for the combination of community and business and will hopefully influence change around creating welcoming spaces everywhere for Black communities and authors.
Althea Wolfe: Community partner