Cappelen's Proposal is a bookshop that offers both new and used books, as well as prints and records. The shop has an antiquarian shop specializing in first editions, antiquarian titles, cult literature and international books. In addition to the bookshop, Cappelen's Proposal organizes concerts, book launches and readings, making it an active cultural meeting point.
The shop has also developed a separate publication called "Cappelen's Proposals Conversation Lexicon" and offers literary salons where famous authors and artists participate. One of the unique projects is Mørkt Gjestebud, which focuses on relational art and experimental sound. Cappelen's Proposal supports local cultural initiatives and small businesses in Oslo, and thus functions as an important actor in the city's literary and cultural life.