For five years now, <a href="https://www.libelulabooksandco.com/" target="_blank">Libélula Books &amp; Co</a>. has welcomed book-loving customers into a bustling community space, rooted in a deep love for literature. The LGBTQ+, BIPOC-owned book shop is run by co-owners Jesi Gutierrez and Celi Hernandez. Their mission is to uplift representation and accessibility in literature, while bringing neighbors together through community events from art shows to DJ sets. On KPBS Midday Edition, we sit down with co-owner Jesi Gutierrez as part of our Hispanic Heritage Month series. Guest:<ul><li><a href="https://www.libelulabooksandco.com/about" target="_blank">Jesi Gutierrez</a>, co-owner, Libélula Books &amp; Co.</li></ul>Keep reading:

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