Member book reviews on tour
This article was originally published in August 2001
On Sunday, June 24, co-op shoppers at the West Seattle store experienced the essence of what a co-op is all about: people speaking up about food and health issues.
John Abbotts and Annie Roach participated in our co-op wide “YOU Pick the Chapter” book reviews of “Fast Food Nation” by Eric Schlosser, with their reviews published in last month’s Sound Consumer. In the spirit of the giant New York publishing houses, they took their reviews on the road.
At the West Seattle store, they spoke with shoppers and autographed copies of their chapter reviews. “It was all in the spirit of fun and involvement and gives co-op members a chance to speak out on issues that affect all of us,” noted Dennis Weaver, the member who initiated the book review series. “‘Fast Food Nation’ hit a responsive chord with many of us and the book reviews give us a chance to add our voices to the mix,” said Reed Schilbach, board trustee and West Seattle staff member. “It’s great to see members stop to talk, think, share ideas and take ownership of the food issues that concern us most.”
Members are currently reading and preparing reviews of the next book, “Stolen Harvest” by Vandana Shiva. To join the fun, simply read the book and review the chapter that made you think, made you mad or touched you in some way. Take a stand — participate! Your comments may appear in the Sound Consumer. To get started, call Dennis Weaver at 425-774-8971. Maybe you’ll be on the next book review tour!
Dennis L. Weaver is the founder of Change Your Food — Change Your Life! Based in Edmonds, he’s a specialist who helps people make Organic Good Food Choices.