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“Google Gives Back: Issa Rae’s Favorite Black-Owned Bookstore in Los Angeles”
Issa Rae visits Eso Won Books, a beloved Black-owned bookstore in Los Angeles, to show support amid challenges brought on by the pandemic. She talks with the owner about how the store has adapted during these tough times and highlights the critical role Black literature plays today. Issa also shares how Eso Won Books inspired her own writing journey and surprises the store with a meaningful gift to help nurture the next generation of Black readers. The video is part of a Google-supported initiative encouraging people to support Black-owned businesses, especially local favorites like Eso Won Books in Leimert Park.
Talent: Issa Rae