Bucks for books

27th Letter Books is a book-lover's dream, with classic titles and new underground authors alike sharing space on their Detroit shelves.

• After opening its doors last May, the bookshop quickly became a staple in the local community.

💵📚 We've got your back... That's why, when the store fell victim to online credit card fraud costing them $35,000 and threatening to close the store, Detroit's book lovers quickly rallied to help. 

• The shop set up a GoFundMe to cover the costs of their newfound debt; the goal was reached and then some in just under 10 days. 

💬 What they're saying: “We’re just really happy that we’re seen as a viable part of the literary community, and that readers want us here," said co-owner Jazmine Cooper.