Bookstores in the United States that Specialize in Black Literature

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Octavia’s Bookshelf
1361 North Hill Ave
Pasadena, CA 91104

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Owner/Proprietor: Nikki High
Phone: (626) 421-6222
Store Hours: Sun - Sat 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Opened: 2022
Notes:

Independent bookstore highlighting BIPOC authors.



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