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AK Press Distribution does not and could not rely solely on traditional distribution through the booktrade (or the internet). Chain bookstores are not comforable with revolutionary anti-authoritarian thought, and we can't afford to buy space on their shelves anyway. Just as the DIY ethic enables the underground music scene to thrive against the bland, boring, sterile major airplay crap, the Bookmobile cruises past the corporate "book" stores and brings the books directly to the people.
The Bookmobile is a network of tablers and activists around the country - there are bands, roadies, travellers, students... who are involved in this grassroots distribution. You can get together with others and table at local shows, rallies, marches, fairs and clubs. Maybe tabling will evolve into a new infoshop, where folks can come face to face with books, zines and CDs they'll never see anywhere else. If we don't do what it takes to keep independent writing and reading alive, who will?
If you want to get involved in your area, or table on your tour, get in touch. We'll give you a discount, help you get set up, and list your tabling event(s) here on the website, which is updated regularly. See the fine selection of AK stuff at the places listed below.
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