About The Love Club Bookshop
The Love Club Bookshop is a proud Canadian, BIPOC- and women-led business.
We specialize in creating one-of-a-kind limited edition books and merchandise. It’s our way of making your reading experience even more special!
Our Values
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Diversity & Inclusivity
We’re a BIPOC- and women-led business bringing you romance that celebrates all cultures, identities, and experiences.
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Originality
We make originality our standard by creating each product with care and focusing on the details that make it special.
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Author Support
We’re proud to offer a space where all romance authors’ stories are celebrated and their vision is brought to life.
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Customer Care
Our customers are at the heart of our business. We’re committed to providing clear communication and a smooth, easy shopping experience.
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Transparency
We believe in being transparent with our customers, providing open communication, and being accountable for our actions and decisions.
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Community
We strive to build a welcoming, inclusive community of romance readers who connect, share, and celebrate their love of stories.
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Small Business Advocacy
We believe in supporting small, independent businesses to build a stronger, more connected community.
About the Owner
Hi! I’m Kirstie, also known as @kirstiesbookshelf, and I’m the person behind The Love Club Bookshop.
I started TLCB with one simple goal: to create a welcoming space where romance readers can connect, feel at home, and celebrate the stories we love through special edition books and merch.
Our motto, Where Romance Book Lovers Gather, reflects our commitment to creating a vibrant, inclusive community where readers can find new favourites, enjoy exclusive items, and share the joy of everything bookish.
I truly appreciate your support of our little shop, and I’m excited to keep growing this wonderful community with you!
Meet the Team
Made for readers, by readers. The Love Club Bookshop is led by a passionate team of romance readers who know what other readers love.
Kirstie (she/her)
Founder & CEO
Kirstie (she/her)
Founder & CEO
Get to Know Me
Hi, I'm Kirstie! I oversee all aspects of The Love Club Bookshop, including collaborations, art direction, production, social media, and all the little details that keep things running smoothly. Outside of the shop, I also work as a cardiac RN. When I’m not managing projects or packing orders, you can usually find me with my nose in a book or binge-watching movies and TV series.
Recommended Reads
- Losers Duet by Harley Laroux
- New Camelot Series by Sierra Simone
- Pen Pal by J.T. Geissinger
Torii (she/her)
Operations Assistant
Torii (she/her)
Operations Assistant
Get to Know Me
Hi, I’m Torii! I help curate and coordinate merch items for our Monthly Book Club boxes. I’m a born-and-raised Chicago girl, now living in the northern suburbs. Like my Instagram handle says (@tor.alwaysreading), I really am always reading—I keep my emotional support Kindle with me at all times! I’m also a bookseller at The Pink Couch in Wilmette, IL. When I’m not working or lost in a book, I’m at home spending time with my husband, our three cats, and two dogs.
Recommended Reads
- Not Another Love Song by Julie Soto
- Mine by Clio Evans
- Lessons in Sin by Pam Godwin
Clara (she/her)
Team Support
Clara (she/her)
Team Support
Get to Know Me
Hi, I’m Clara! I’m the token Swede that Kirstie can’t get rid of (just kidding). I help out wherever I’m needed and serve as TLCB’s personal cheerleader. Right now, I’m keeping myself busy with school during the day, studying to become an Experience Designer/UX Designer, and I recently finished a Marketing Coordinator program. When I’m not reading achingly sweet romance or fantasy books, you can usually find me in front of the TV playing video games or watching various series and movies. I’m also constantly being harassed by my cat, Rufus, whenever he feels the need for it!
Recommended Reads
- Bride by Ali Hazelwood
- Offside by Avery Keelan
- The Prince of Prohibition by Marilyn Marks
Sam (she/her)
Social Media Coordinator
Sam (she/her)
Social Media Coordinator
Get to Know Me
Hi, I’m Samantha! I create video content, oversee our rep team and influencer hub, and support community engagement. By day, I work an office job—and by all other hours, I’m @bookish.mami! When I’m not (inevitably) reading romance, you’ll find me binging anime, listening to music, and spending time with my adorable kiddos!
Recommended Reads
- The Frozen Fate trilogy by Pam Godwin
- Mile High Heat by Sarah Blue
- Dying to Love by Reese Rivers
Lauren (she/her)
Event Coordinator
Lauren (she/her)
Event Coordinator
Get to Know Me
Hi, I’m Lauren! I coordinate the events, materials, books, and more that we bring to those events, as well as applying to ones TLCB wants to attend and ones we are invited to. I’m either reading, crocheting, or hanging with the family when not working or hanging at Disney with the tiny human.
Recommended Reads
- Hans by SJ Tilly
- The Monster’s Den by Jillian West
- Unbreak Me by Reese Rivers
Aurelia (she/her)
In-House Designer
