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going for it: tiffany dockery + gladys books and wine

a frank conversation about capitalism, sexuality, and what it takes to run a bookstore in brooklyn.

Mar 1 • Kayla Graves

community vs capital

a brief history of community-led development in bed-stuy

Feb 13 • Kayla Graves

NOTES Magazine: open call for pitches + submissions

introducing a new quarterly print magazine and digital publication.

Feb 6 • Kayla Graves

going for it: jenn burchette + special collection section

introducing "going for it," a series that celebrates the big moves people are taking.

Jan 30 • Kayla Graves

"covered holes in our walls with sunflowers"

reflections on jordan casteel's casey kaplan exhibit

Jan 17 • Kayla Graves

never miss a note

Recent posts

From anxiety to action.

A decision to take deliberate and intentional steps.

Jan 9 • Kayla Graves

Where do we go from here?

Revisiting an MLK speech for some inspiration heading into 2026.

Jan 2 • Kayla Graves

life's simple pleasures

a non-exhaustive list of things i loved in 2025

Dec 22, 2025 • Kayla Graves

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