Asian, woman, and queer owned
‍multi-faceted space, curated by a book lover for other book lovers.

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Happenings

TBD
Tat & Tomes
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An event celebrating the intersection of art and literature. “TATS & TOMES” will bring together book lovers, artists, and the local Phoenix community for a unique experience. Come get a tattoo while you browse our book selection and other vendors. Follow @wootangwares for updates and the final event date.
A promotional flyer for Woo Tang Wares showcasing an upcoming event titled “TATS & TOMES.” The design features a collage of book images overlaid with bold typography, accompanied by the event’s date (TBD) and social media handle.
TBD
A Silent Book Reading Event
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Join Woo Tang Wares for a quiet, introspective book reading event where participants can bring their favorite reads or explore new titles in a serene, communal setting. Attendees can enjoy the ambiance, customized merchandise, and connect with other book lovers in Phoenix. Event date to be announced soon.
A graphic for a book event in Phoenix, Arizona. The large, light-gray letter “O” is in the background with text boxes overlaid on top. At the top-left, a pink text box reads “PHOENIX.” Below it, another pink box states “A SILENT BOOK READING EVENT,” followed by “Customized merch” in another pink box. On the right side, the Woo Tang Wares logo is visible, with “TBD” below it, suggesting the event’s date is to be determined. At the bottom-right corner, the text “Phoenix, AZ” is present. The design uses a modern, clean aesthetic with a focus on simplicity and bold typography.

Local & International Artists

Nil
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A black-and-white photo of a person standing in a minimalistic space. They are wearing a loose-fitting, layered black outfit, including a jacket with long sleeves, cargo-style pants, chunky black boots, and a cap. The person gazes off to the side with a relaxed yet confident posture. The overall style conveys a streetwear and utilitarian fashion aesthetic.
Naijah Nine
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A person with vibrant braided hair poses playfully in front of a colorful, abstract painting. The artwork features bold neon colors and expressive forms, while the individual wears a blue polka-dot shirt and a textured silver jacket, adding to the lively and artistic atmosphere. The person’s hand is placed near their face in a playful gesture, complementing the vivid and dynamic background.

Founders note

“Like any avid young reader, I grew up wanting to be surrounded by books, and to run my own bookstore. Woo Tang Wares is more than a bookstore and it is very much me. The name comes from my family names, Woo on my dad's side and Tang on my mom's. The plan is to fill it with all the things I love and adore and hope you enjoy them as much as I do.”
- J
Jenni Woo is standing in front of shelves stocked with packaged noodles in a grocery store. Their shaved head features tattoo designs, and they are wearing a pair of sunglasses on their head along with a bold outfit featuring a graphic-printed shirt and chainmail-style accessories. They hold a stack of books or boxes under their arm, with their piercing gaze slightly looking away from the camera, adding to their avant-garde fashion presence.Jenni Woo is posing indoors under bright fluorescent lights, holding multiple books stacked on top of their head. They wear round sunglasses and have a distinctive style, featuring facial piercings, a chainmail-style tie, and tattooed arms. The fisheye lens distorts the image, giving it an edgy, artistic feel, with colorful items and decorations in the background, likely in a market or store setting.