Bookstores in the United States that Specialize in Black Literature
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The Book Bar
1311 E Main St
Richmond, VA 23219
Owner/Proprietor: Krystle
Phone:
Store Hours: Closed: (see Note below)
Opened: 2022
Notes:
June 29, 2024 (from Instagram) “Hey y’all!
If you’ve been into the store at all this year, then you’ve likely heard me mention that we were looking to transition out of our current space. Though it has served us well, changes are often necessary for growth.
I was hoping to provide a bit more notice, however, sometimes change comes at you a bit quicker than expected. With that said, we will be leaving our current space at the end of this month (tomorrow). Feel free to stop in today 6/29 and tomorrow 6/30 to purchase books at a discounted rate. I’d prefer to offload than box up honestly ?.
Before panic ensues, WE ARE NOT CLOSING! However, since this came a bit quicker than expected, we are transitioning online temporarily while we transition into the new space. Yes, I will let you know where the new space is. No, I will not tell you right this second ;-). If you remember the grand opening, then you know how good I am at holding a secret until I’m ready to announce.
My online presence will go back to my norm of video book reviews since I know you all have been wanting those. The website will also stock books directly that I can ship out or you can link to my affiliate site for drop shipping of whatever may not be at my fingertips.
I will answer as many questions as possible, but know that we are NOT closing."
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