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Our physical space is open on Granville Island (1387 Railspur Alley), Tuesday-Sunday from 11 am- 5 pm. In addition to what we have in stock, we accept special orders for a majority of titles in print, just email us at hello@upstartandcrow.com or give us a call at 604-558-1124. Thank you for supporting us by choosing to shop locally.
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LGBTQ2+See moreBooks about/ by queer authours.
Strong Female LeadsSee moreEstablished and emerging women's voices.
JusticeSee moreAfter love, is there anything else more important?
Books by Black AuthorsSee moreCelebrating Black excellence.
ObservationsSee moreEssays and clarion calls that cut through the noise.
PoetrySee moreTranscendent work from national and international writers.
Sweeping StoriesSee moreBold, moving tales of epic proportion.
Riveting LivesSee moreThe lives of others, boldly shared.
Literary MagicSee moreBooks with that "special something" we love.
Planet & PoliticsSee moreExplore the world around us.
Being HumanSee moreOn finding oneself, and what that means.
Deep DivesSee moreIntriguing perspectives on the important and esoteric.