CEO and Owner
Ukrainian Best Books, Chicago
Inspired by the love of literature that his grandmother instilled in him as a child, Andriy began his business in 2019. Starting by selling books from his personal collection, he has now developed deep relationships with over 40 Ukrainian publishers and 50 authors. Andriy only selects high-quality books in order to provide the Ukrainian community in Chicago with a remarkable reading experience. He is a well-respected Ukrainian community member in the Chicagoland area: he serves as a monthly speaker at a local Ukrainian independent radio station and hosts a popular podcast that celebrates Ukrainian authors, delving into the cultural significance of their books. He also contributes regularly to the Chicago Ukrainian newspaper, and maintains strong connections with the Ukrainian consulate in Chicago.
Committed to supporting his homeland, Andriy pledges a significant portion of the sales to causes that support Ukraine. His unwavering passion for Ukrainian literature and culture has left a lasting impact, fostering unity and appreciation within the community and beyond.
Books are A Refuge: Supporting Ukrainian Language Communities through Library Collections
Monday, June 26, 2023
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