Sub-series consists of correspondence created and received by Ariel Books. Includes records that reflect daily business, special events, purchase and sale of stock, and donations made to various feminist organizations and causes.

Sub-series consists of records that reflect the purchase of Ariel Books by Margo Dunn and Janice Pentland-Smith in 1981, Dunn's purchase of Pentland-Smith's shares in 1983, and other organizational and legal records. Includes registration of the business, sales agreement, conditional sales contract, financial statements, correspondence, resolutions, certificate of incorporation, and inventory lists.

Sub-series consists of records that reflect events at Ariel Books, and outside events attended by representatives of the store. Includes calendars, brochures, correspondence, and advertising.

Sub-series consists of records that reflect the operational activities of Ariel Books, such as applications for Canada Council Assistance for author readings, and donations to feminist organizations and causes. Includes correspondence, catalogues, promotional material, calendars, and artifacts.

Sub-series consists of logbooks that reflect the day to day activities of Ariel Books.