🎉 Welcome to the Trini Book Crawl 2025!📚 A month-long reading adventure across Trinidad for book lovers of all ages!
What Is the Trini Book Crawl?
From June 1st to June 30th, explore 12 independently-owned bookstores across Trinidad. Discover hidden literary gems, support our local authors, and collect your bookish bingo stickers at each stop along the way.Complete the crawl and win amazing bookish prizes!
👣 How It Works
1. Download & Print the MapThe map is made to print double-sided (legal or letter sized) with the illustrated map on one side and the bingo card on the back.PS - The electronic version lets you tap each store's box on the bingo card to jump straight to their social media pages where you'll also find directions via Google Maps. Easy peasy!2. Visit BookstoresUse your map to locate the participating stores' locations and hours and scope out your exclusive discounts/freebies.3. Collect StickersEach bookstore will give your map a sticker for their spot when you visit.4. Submit Your Completed CrawlUpload a photo of your finished map.5. Win Prizes!🏆 First Adult to Finish: A signed copy of Ever Since We Small by Celeste Mohammed🧒 First Child to Finish: A signed copy of Play Ah Mas by Jeunanne Alkins🏆 First Overall Crawler to Finish: A Cafe Barista Hamper🎁 Grand Prize Draw: Open to everyone who finishes by June 30!The Grand Prize will feature gift vouchers and bookish goodies from several of the participating bookshops and a Cafe Barista Hamper!
💡 Tips for a Fun Crawl
👩👧👧Make it a weekend adventure with friends or family - Split the Crawl into different areas to make it a bit more manageable. Be sure to double check the stores' days and hours of operation📷Share your progress on social media using #TriniBookCrawl📚Support the bookstores by picking up a book or two. Participating stores are all family run by some of the most wonderful people so we also ask that Crawlers be courteous during their visits🗺Hydrate, wear comfy shoes, and bring your map everywhere!
🧠 FAQ
❓️Can I visit the stores and get stickers before June 1?You can definitely visit the stores before June 1, but stickers will only be given within the month of June.❓️Can kids participate?Absolutely! We actually encourage families and schools to get involved.❓️Do I have to buy something at each store?No purchase is necessary, but we definitely would love if you supported! Many of the stores will also be giving exclusive discounts and freebies just for the Book Crawlers!❓️Where do I submit my completed map?Click the “Submit My Crawl” button above before midnight on June 30th.
