Perelandra is the second novel in a sci-fi trilogy by C. S. Lewis, published during World War II. In the novel, Perelandra is a mythical take on the planet Venus: an antediluvian paradise of gentle creatures, bountiful sustenance, and healing waters.

Lewis’s novel/planet is an awesome combination of diversity, divinity, and ecology that bears witness to the hubris and fragility of our species. We hope the bookshop carries the same energy!

Yes, we are more than happy to bring in particular titles for you! Tell us what you're looking for right here.

First of all, congratulations! The imaginative effort required to write a book is profound, and the ultimate object is an attentional refuge in our distracted age. Second, whether we can or will carry it depends on a number of factors, from genre and format to cost and accessibility.

Distribution is not mandatory—we occasionally buy directly from writers and presses—but we do need a minimum 40% retail discount to cover the expenses associated with holding physical space for books in the 21st century. Then (and even more crucially) we need to see how your work relates and contributes to the greater ecosystem of literature that we carry. Sending or leaving us a complimentary reading copy is a great way to help us do this.

In conclusion, there is no single rule for getting a book on our shelves, but if you 1) accord with the above, and 2) respect our autonomy, the chances are good.

Yes, we love hosting readings and book-related conversations. (We generally do not host signings unless they come in the wake of a dedicated event.) If you want to schedule something with us, there are two main things to consider:

First, it is important to have a plan for engaging our community. If you know folks who are excited to celebrate your work, or have a team who can help bring people out, then we can get the ball rolling! If you are new to Fort Collins or less sure of who will attend, there are lots of ways to get involved before hosting something new—Wolverine Farm's event schedule is replete with opportunities.

Second, we rely on industry standard terms to cover our expenses. Whether your book was published by you yourself or an established press, check to see that wholesale orders are 1) returnable, and 2) discounted at least 40%.

Please email Chelsea for inquiries and bookings.

Wolverine Farm—a 501(c)3 nonprofit publisher—and Perelandra Bookshop share the Publick House in Fort Collins' River District. While Wolverine Farm oversees the cafe and event space, Perelandra oversees the book collection. We're a wild and woolly partnership dedicated to Wolverine Farm's long term vision of contributing to "a community of creative, informed, and engaged citizens living in a diverse, healthy, and beautiful world."