In recognition of Women’s History Month, Austin FC is honoring Susan Post for her contributions to Austin’s literary and feminist communities. For half a century, Post has influenced the city through her ownership of BookWoman, a bookstore she transformed from the Common Woman Bookstore on the Drag in 1974.
Initially a side project, Post eventually dedicated herself full-time to running BookWoman. “In the beginning, the bookstore was my side gig… I took a leap of faith, quit my day job, and kept the bookstore running with the desire to maintain a space where all women and girls mattered,” she said.
BookWoman has served as a hub for feminist literature and community engagement. “By being in business so long, I have had the privilege of being in the presence of three generations of the same family shopping at the store all at once,” Post said. “And I have been able to witness the greater Austin community come to accept and even embrace our self-defined and continually evolving Feminist Space.”
The store provides more than books; it offers refuge and empowerment for diverse communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals. It supports abuse survivors and amplifies underrepresented voices.
Susan Post’s impact extends beyond BookWoman’s walls. Her work symbolizes resilience and dedication to preserving Austin’s cultural identity. The legacy of BookWoman continues to inspire Austinites who seek community support.
“Susan Post. Part of The Heartbeat of Austin.”
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