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February 2024 by Willie B.
Like any other event that’s planned, one never knows how many people will show up on the day of the event. I had settled on reading to an audience of 20 people due to the cold weather and a possibility of ice and snow. Three days before the event the venue was not ready to host anything. I received a call from my son who said that things were coming together as well as the invites. I thought “ guest, mayhem, bad weather” WOW! I decided not to think of what was happening.I took deep faith in success based on the reputation of the citizens of OKC. These people had been through the same experience which me and my family had in the ‘60’s in the Deep South. Jim Crow. Oklahoman’s are good people, wovrking people and hold no malice in heart.
This was displayed as people of all nationalities and professions,flowed into Nappy Roots as soft jazz played before they listened to the stories of “My Selma” by the author WillieMaeBrown.
The event drew over 70 people of different ages, 8 and up (1) toddler quietly played on the floor.
After the reading several important questions were asked as hands shot up into the air. Books were sold and refreshments offered. The author walked floor to the people, shaking hands, giving hugs and thanking the people.
This beautiful place owned by a wife and husband had brought together one of the most beautiful and warm gathering i have experience since last year.
No one really wanted to go home. Lots of people wanted to ask the author more questions. And the talk went on until “Boston “( MC) approached the microphone and thanked the people for coming.
I am certain that more and more readings and book signing will continue in this wonderful venue. Nappy roots is for everyone.
Thank you all and thank you NAACP, Realtors, Home Builders, Moms, Masons,SHABAZZ restaurant , OU students, musicians etc…
**There is a restroom, warm water, to wash your hands, paintings by local artist, african drums, good parking, places to read inside the store, and last, but not least good conversation with Wendy ,Camille, Dee, and anyone else that may be there. Enjoy yourself. You have the right.
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October 2023 by Crystal Palmer
The nicest women helped me find some walter mosley books. And made a donation because of her help.
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September 2023 by Antwan F.
First time visiting Oklahoma City, so I do what I always do when visiting a new place I Googled Black Owned Book stores and found Nappy Roots Books. I was excited to go and see how it looked and was a bit disheartened. This store needs support! The lady that helped was very nice and knowledgeable I did end up buying a book and will go again next time I'm in town. But I highly encourage the people of Oklahoma to show love and go buy things and also people visiting the city of Oklahoma to do the same, let's prop this historic business up!
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November 2022 by Kavysania Mabry
Peaceful ambiance, pleasant owners! Large variety of black authors?
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November 2022 by Ras Reshaud
Very positive vibe
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November 2022 by Cameron Conley-Work
Support local and black owned business.
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November 2022 by Toddy King
Friendliest folks in the planet ?
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May 2022 by Reggie Hines
Alot of good books .The owner is very helpful
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January 2022 by Stephanie Lib
Great atmosphere. One of a kind for OKC! Great gathering place.
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December 2021 by Dominique C
Amazing place. I love everything about this place the location, ambience and staff is chill. Definitely reccomend stopping by. When you do, don't forget to grab a copy of Dark Side of the Sun??
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November 2021 by Lori Hanna
Awesome book store!
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November 2021 by Chad Adkins
Always a pleasure!!!
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November 2021 by James Walsh
Amazing little book store. Will be back!!
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August 2021 by Kim Baker
Very supportive and helpful! Welcoming if all!
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August 2021 by Robyn C.
Awesome store, full of great leftist and historical literature! Camille is super nice and is happy to help you around the store. Black Lives Matter shirts and other shirts are available for sale here as well.
