A bookstore in Somerville is offering itself for elopements for couples who identify as homosexual or transgender before President-elect Donald Trump takes office.
All She Wrote Books, which touts itself as the city’s “only queer woman-owned bookstore” in a press release, says that it’s renting out space for elopements in December 2024 and January 2025.
The bookstore offers three packages that range from a basic space rental to a complete package featuring flowers, photography, and an officiant, among other things. The packages range in price from $350 to $900, according to the store’s web site.
“Creating a safe space for marginalized people has been a pillar of their mission since the store opened, originating with stocking works by underrepresented voices and continuing by fostering an inclusive and accessible space for book lovers of all walks of life,” the press release says. “To ensure every couple has an option that fits their needs, All She Wrote is offering 3 predesigned tiers, ranging in price from three hundred fifty to nine hundred dollars, as well as customizable package options.”
At All She Wrote Books, we think of “intersectional”, “feminist”, and “queer” as more than tokenized buzzwords. Rather, see them as guiding lights for all who seek a safe and supportive space of people who love, respect, and care for each other. We are committed to supporting our neighbors and uplifting the voices that have been silenced for far too long. On our curated shelves, those whose stories have, for centuries, been forcibly rewritten can find themselves.
We know an essential part of our work is encouraging meaningful conversations about race, gender, queerness, and more. We envision our store to be as much a gathering space as it is a place to find your next read.
