Common Objects Bookstore
We provide a platform for independent writers, artists, and creators to share their work in a welcoming environment where everyone is invited to gather, connect, and discover.
Our focus is on amplifying voices and publications that may not have other outlets, fostering a culture of creativity, generosity, and joy. While we prioritize WA (local) artists, everyone is welcome to submit!
Shop the bookstore
In-person shopping is available Wednesday through Friday 3pm-6pm, Saturday 9am-3pm, and during events at Common Objects and other community events such as the Belltown Art Walk.
Proceeds from COB support the bookstore and the broader Common Area Maintenance mission to cultivate an inclusive and affordable creative community.
Common Objects: 2601 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Consign with us
Current open call for Q4 consignment closes on 7/31
Check out the Mobile Bookstore!
Common Area Maintenance attends various events and festivals throughout the year with our Mobile Bookstore - a Japanese firetruck transformed into a mini bookstore on wheels! Check out where we’re headed to next at our Upcoming Events page.
When you submit to the bookstore, your work will be considered for placement in the Mobile Bookstore at CAM’s discretion depending on festival theme, storage limits, etc.
Summer Zine Bingo is here!
Get your summer zine bingo card at Common Objects Bookstore or download here
Track zines read between 5/27/26 and 9/9/26 by writing the titles in the appropriate squares (one square per title, please!)
When you’re done, flip the bingo card over and turn your raffle card into a souvenir summer reading zine!
If you get a bingo (5 squares in a row vertically, horizontally, or diagonally), bring your card to Common Objects by 6pm on 9/9 to enter our prize drawing (one entry per person)!!
You get to keep your card and the cool zine you’re about to make with it
Bingo card design by Hannah Rain Finegold (@hannahrainfinegold)!
FAQ
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We review submissions on a rolling 3-month basis, and if there’s a good fit, your work will be available for consignment in the following quarter. You’ll receive our decision by email within 15 days of the submission deadline; if approved, it will include a consignment form and drop-off times/delivery options.
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Q2 consignment submissions closed on 1/31.
Q3 consignment submissions closed on 4/30.
Q4 consignment submissions close on 7/31.
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COB uses a sliding scale consignment model to keep the bookstore accessible to artists with different socioeconomic needs, while ensuring the space itself can remain open, affordable, and publicly available. All funds retained by COB go directly toward operating costs and supporting free and low cost public programming, including exhibitions, readings, workshops, and community events.
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COB will carry items on consignment for 1 year, after which time, either party may elect to end the Consignment Agreement.
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A sample consignment agreement is available for download. The official agreement is provided once your submission application has been accepted.
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Email us at: community@camseattle.org