{"title":"Membership","description":"\u003cp\u003eHelp build a home for strange stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMemberships at Long Dark House are designed for readers, collectors, and community supporters who believe independent bookstores matter. Whether you're joining the Long Dark Society, becoming a Founding Member, or supporting us at a higher level, your membership helps create a welcoming space for horror, science fiction, speculative fiction, and other wonderfully strange stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMember benefits may include exclusive merchandise, early access to events, complimentary tickets, special gatherings, behind-the-scenes updates, and opportunities to help shape the future of Long Dark House.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery membership directly supports independent bookselling, author events, community programming, and a space where readers can gather, discover, and connect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for helping us build something extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"founding-membership","title":"Founding Membership","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFounding Member\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLong Dark House • Limited Founding Membership\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery independent bookstore begins with a community of readers who believe it should exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy becoming a Founding Member, you're helping bring Long Dark House to life—a new independent bookstore and gathering space in Alexandria, Virginia dedicated to horror, science fiction and other strange stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong Dark House was created with a simple belief: bookstores should be more than places to buy books. 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Your support helps us create a welcoming home for readers, writers, artists, and curious minds while supporting author events, book clubs, workshops, literacy initiatives, and other community-centered programming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of our earliest supporters, you'll become part of the first chapter of Long Dark House and receive exclusive benefits reserved for our Founding Members.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFounding Member Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🕯️ Exclusive Hemlock \u0026amp; Hearth Founding Member Candle and 10% off all Hemlock \u0026amp; Hearth purchases \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👜 Long Dark House Founding Member Tote\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎉 Invitation to our Private Founders Pre-Opening Celebration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🛍️ Exclusive Founders Shopping Event before opening to the public\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎟️ Ten complimentary admissions annually to eligible Long Dark House-hosted events\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📚 One Year of Long Dark Society Membership\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎂 Annual Birthday Gift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖤 Recognition as an Official Founding Member of Long Dark House\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncludes One Year of Long Dark Society Membership\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Founding Member, you'll automatically receive one year of Long Dark Society Membership, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎟️ 10% off Long Dark House-hosted events\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖤 10% off Long Dark House branded merchandise\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📖 Priority registration for book clubs, workshops, author events, and special programs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📚 Early access to select signed editions and limited releases \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎂 One complimentary event ticket during your birthday month\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖤 Members-only updates and occasional exclusive offers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Your Membership Supports\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Founding Membership helps support:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📚 A carefully curated collection of horror, science fiction, and other strange stories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎤 Author appearances, book signings, readings, and literary events\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧒 Literacy initiatives and youth programming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎲 Book clubs, writing groups, gaming nights, and community gatherings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖤 Opportunities for local authors, artists, and independent creators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏠 A welcoming third space where readers can gather, discover new stories, and connect with one another\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLimited Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounding Memberships are available only during the launch of Long Dark House and will not be offered indefinitely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis membership is more than a collection of perks—it's an investment in an independent bookstore and the community we're building together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for helping create a home for strange stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Dark House\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhere stories follow you home.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Long Dark House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54950756122946,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/2930\/3106\/files\/IMG-5351.png?v=1783129448"},{"product_id":"long-dark-society","title":"Long Dark Society Annual Membership","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLong Dark Society Annual Membership\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport independent bookselling. Join a community of readers. Help build a home for strange stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Long Dark Society is the official membership program of Long Dark House, created for readers who believe bookstores are more than places to buy books—they are places to gather, discover, and connect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member, you'll help support a woman-owned independent bookstore dedicated to horror, science fiction and other wonderfully strange stories. 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