About the Shop

WordHaven BookHouse is a safe place for words where people can gather and grow. We are a queer-owned, Independent BookShop and Writing Center located in the heart of downtown Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Location

923 N 8th St, Sheboygan, WI, 53081

Hours

CURRENT: Fall/Winter (Mid August-May)
Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10-4 PM
(Closed Sundays & Mondays)

Spring/Summer (May-Mid August)
Tuesdays-Sundays, 10-4 PM
(Closed Mondays)

Contact

Email: words@wordhaven-bookhouse.com
Phone: (920) 395-2375
Text (to order books): (920) 395-3501

My Why

Throughout my life, I have been committed to creating safe/inclusive spaces where people can more easily access their authentic selves and thrive. I believe that reading and writing provide healing and connection, and their powerful impact on my life inspired me to open WordHaven BookHouse.

I discovered Sheboygan 27 years ago and knew that someday I would live here. I moved here in July of 2022 and have worked with a bunch of other folks to try and help our community to be more equitable. My experiences as a high school English teacher, a Minnesota State Teacher of the Year, a TeamBuilder, an Equity Consultant, a Bookseller of the Year, and a writer/author have all helped me prepare for this journey. And my background in social services/nonprofit work has deeply impacted my approach.

I am so grateful to all of the wonderful volunteers and community members who have helped me create such a creative and welcoming space. We have events and products that represent a myriad of identities so that people can see themselves in our shop, AND increase their empathy for themselves and others.