Women & Children First

About Us

We are one of the largest feminist bookstores in the country, stocking more than 30,000 books by and about women, children's books for all ages.

Women & Children First began in a modest storefront in 1979. Over the years we've moved twice and are now in a northside Chicago neighborhood known for its diversity, queer-friendliness, women-owned businesses and community spirit. Our staffers include teachers, graduate students, professional writers and storytellers, political activists, board members, and poets. Each of us is a reader, a feminist, and a bookseller. Our purpose in beginning the store 35 years ago was to promote the work of women writers and to create a place in which all women would find books reflecting their lives and interests. We strive to do this in an atmosphere in which all are respected, valued, and well-served. That is our purpose still, online as well as in the store.

Follow the link to listen to our episode on Always Andersonville: The Podcast!
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-kghf3-9b45b3