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La Casa Azul Bookstore
La Casa Azul Bookstore New York NY Dedicated to providing cultural, and educational programs via literature and art in East Harlem.
The Key Bookstore
The Key Bookstore Hartford CT The Key Bookstore is a fully interactive bookstore experience. The Key engages readers through curation, activities, subscriptions, events, events, and community engageme...
Liberation Station Bookstore
Liberation Station Bookstore Raleigh NC Liberation Station Bookstore is reopening August 24th, 2025 by Liberation Station Bookstore, Organizer We’re 52% Funded—And the Work Continues...
The Underground Bookstore
The Underground Bookstore Chicago IL How one Black-owned bookstore has navigated business since 2020 (WBEZ, Feb 19, 2025)
That Bookstore In Blytheville
That Bookstore In Blytheville Blytheville AR Mission: “The Literary Hub of the Community” Slogan: “We Are Your Source For Signed, First Edition John Grisham Books.” I'm sorr...
AALBC.com’s Black Wall Street Bookstore
AALBC.com’s Black Wall Street Bookstore Tulsa OK Pop-up Bookstore Only Our mission is to share information and celebrate Black culture through books. We also run the Black Wall Street Bookstore.
Comma Bookstore & Social Hub
Comma Bookstore & Social Hub Flint MI “Not your average bookstore, we specialize in BIPOC books, art, and products. Established in 2020, during the height of the pandemic. Egypt, who is a Flint ...
Roots Bookstore & Market
Roots Bookstore & Market Miami FL A Black-owned community bookstore in Miami’s Liberty City. They offer new and used books with a focus on banned, Black, and local authors. More than a bookstore, th...
Hakim’s Bookstore and Gift Shop
Hakim’s Bookstore and Gift Shop Philadelphia PA Hakim’s Bookstore & Gift Shop is the oldest African American Bookstore in Philadelphia.
Hue-Man Bookstore & Cafe
Hue-Man Bookstore & Cafe New York NY Largest African American Bookstore in Harlem
TLJ Bookstore - Prince George’s Plaza
TLJ Bookstore - Prince George’s Plaza Hyattsville MD The Literary Joint Bookstore
TLJ Bookstore - Security Square Mall
TLJ Bookstore - Security Square Mall Windsor Mill MD The Literary Joint Bookstore
Not Just a Bookstore
Not Just a Bookstore St. Louis MO Multi cultural bookstore located in The Grove neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri
Urban Expressions Bookstore
Urban Expressions Bookstore Memphis TN We are the largest African American Owned Bookstore in the Mid-south
Smiley’s Bookstore
Smiley’s Bookstore Carson CA Known as the 'Literacy Hub of the South Bay', the bookstore is also the home of the famous Juice-C-Juice Bar
Tia Chucha’s Centro Cultural & Bookstore
Tia Chucha’s Centro Cultural & Bookstore Sylmar CA Tia Chucha's Centro Cultural is a not-for-profit cultural arts center and bookstore
Knowledge Bookstore
Knowledge Bookstore Brampton ON Afrocentric Bookstore in Ontario featuring African-American, Canadian and Caribbean literature, dolls, figurines, shea butter, hair, beauty products.
Brain Lair Bookstore
Brain Lair Bookstore South Bend IN “Read Globally. Connect Locally.”Children and Teens bookstore focused on providing inclusive books.
Loyalty Bookstore
Loyalty Bookstore Washington DC Loyalty is an Independent Bookstore serving Petworth, DC (inside Willow Clothing Store) and Silver Spring, MD with diverse literature for adults and children as well as...
Baldwin & Co. Coffee & Bookstore
Baldwin & Co. Coffee & Bookstore New Orleans LA Baldwin & Co. is an independent bookstore located in New Orleans, LA. Inside, books on mystery, business, history, art, travel, children’s literat...
Black Wall Street Bookstore
Black Wall Street Bookstore Tulsa OK Powered by AALBC.com, the Black Wall Street Bookstore will operate out of the Greenwood Welcome Center, in the heart of Black Wall Street (corner of Archer Ave.), ...
House Of Pages Bookstore
House Of Pages Bookstore Peachtree Corners GA Grand opening tentatively scheduled for the March of 2022. House Of Pages Bookstore is a general interest store who offers new and used books, book re...
A Better Life Bookstore
A Better Life Bookstore Daytona Beach FL Your Full Service Christian Bookstore
Liberation Bookstore
Liberation Bookstore New York NY “If you don’t know, learn.” … “If you know, teach.” Una Mulzac (April 19, 1923 – January 21, 2012), was the owner of Harl...
Urban Reader Mobile Bookstore
Urban Reader Mobile Bookstore Concord NC What’s unique about Urban Reader Bookstore is its inventory—thousands of new and used books—and its personalized service: once we know what y...
Strive Bookstore
Strive Bookstore Minneapolis MN In the center of downtown Minneapolis with a thriving literary scene, the Strive Bookstore is a community-informed space that celebrates and supports local Black author...
Edokia Bookstore
Edokia Bookstore Bronx NY Edokia is a global publisher and bookseller. We operate an independent bookstore located in the Bronx, New York. It is our hope to bring to the Bronx and New York City, a va...
Marshall’s Bookstore
Marshall’s Bookstore Jackson MS Nation’s Oldest Operating Black-Owned Bookstore
CLASS Bookstore
CLASS Bookstore Houston TX David & Dara Landry, who both sought to bring together their love for reading and fashion, while filling a void in their community of a Black-owned bookstore.
LEMS Cultural Center and Bookstore for Life Enrichment
LEMS Cultural Center and Bookstore for Life Enrichment Seattle WA L.E.M.S is more than just a bookstore. It’s a place for the community to connect.
Black English Bookstore
Black English Bookstore Tampa FL Black English Bookstore is committed to a curated collection of books representing extraordinary voices while elevating a distinct culture and community.
Next Chapter Bookstore and Gift Shop
Next Chapter Bookstore and Gift Shop Greensboro NC Next Chapter Bookstore/Gift Shop is the space in Ben’s Boyz Restaurant designed to showcase Creatives from the local area, as well as, outside ...
Lore Bookstore
Lore Bookstore Los Angeles CA Lore aims to be a hub for Black design and art, featuring everything from children’s books to candles and more. Lore is designed to be a gathering space for the c...
Grassrootz Bookstore
Grassrootz Bookstore Phoenix AZ Arizona’s Only Black-Owned, Activist-Owned, Worker-Owned Bookstore - Located in the Historic Eastlake Park District
Black Worldschoolers Mobile Bookstore
Black Worldschoolers Mobile Bookstore Indianapolis IN We exist to provide access and awareness to Black stories worldwide while creating excitement and engagement around reading. Our one-of-a-kind boo...
Cindelle’s Bookstore
Cindelle’s Bookstore Plainfield NJ Nestled within Queen City Coffee Roasters in Downtown Plainfield, NJ, Cindelle's Bookstore opened to fill a gap that many residents had quietly noticed: the need f...
Readers Choice Bookstore and Gift Expression
Readers Choice Bookstore and Gift Expression Saint Petersburg FL Readers Choice Bookstore and Gift Expression consist of various Christian, Non-Fiction and Children Books. Christian Supplies, Painting...
The Reader’s Choice
The Reader’s Choice Milwaukee WI Wisconsin's only black-owned bookstore closes, leaving memories — and a void http://www.jsonline.com/story/news/2017/07/08/lone-black-owned-bookstore-closes-leavi...
True South Bookstore
True South Bookstore Brooklyn NY http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/brooklyn/bed-stuy-indie-bookstore-closes-article-1.1471370
TLJ Bookstore - The Centre at Forestville
TLJ Bookstore - The Centre at Forestville Forestville MD The Literary Joint Bookstore
Ethnic Notions Bookstore
Ethnic Notions Bookstore Benicia CA Unable to determine if store is still operational as of March 21, 2014.
Becoming Gods Answer Bookstore
Becoming Gods Answer Bookstore New York NY "Your Christian Resource Specialist"
Gateway Bookstore
Gateway Bookstore Your Gateway to knowledge. Located in the Gateway Town Center on Jacksonville's Northside
Timbuktu Bookstore
Timbuktu Bookstore Norfolk VA phone disconnected unable to determine if still open Knowledge is the Only Weapon You Need
Underground Railroad Reading Station Bookstore & Giftshop
Underground Railroad Reading Station Bookstore & Giftshop Detroit MI website and facebook pages are down phone disconnected
Black Stone Bookstore & Cultural Center
Black Stone Bookstore & Cultural Center Ypsilanti MI CULTIVATE THE MIND REJUVENATE THE BODY
Shades of Afrika Bookstore (Long Beach)
Shades of Afrika Bookstore (Long Beach) Long Beach CA Our Mission is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the Afrikan Diaspora.
Between the Lines Bookstore
Between the Lines Bookstore Baton Rouge LA Enhancing Your Reading Experience and a Headquarter for Literacy
MeJah Books & Crafts
MeJah Books & Crafts Claymont DE MeJah Books has enjoyed the support, growth and success in the community since 1998 when it was founded in Claymont by Emlyn DeGannes and is co-operated by her family:...
Bookophilia
Bookophilia Kingston JA Bookophilia, an Independent bookstore & cafe located in Kingston Jamaica, noted for book launches, signings, art exhibitions and a great selection of books. We love Books! Our...
Urban Knowledge Bookstore
Urban Knowledge Bookstore Temple Hills MD HONE DISCONNECTED AND FACEBOOK PAGE NOT UPDATED FOR TWO YEARS Located at Iverson Mall in Temple Hills, Maryland
Vision Christian Bookstore
Vision Christian Bookstore Clinton MD The Vision Christian Store is a place to come for products that will enhance your relationship with God and where we have lots of fun, fellowship and a Tuesday ev...
The Black Reserve Bookstore
The Black Reserve Bookstore Lansdale PA Our mission is to give significant access to culture and also history that goes way beyond what we’ve typically learned. With this point in mind, we treat...
For Keeps Bookstore
For Keeps Bookstore Atlanta GA African American rare books, classics and ephemera. Open from 10-5 Thursday-Sunday.
The Jazzhole
The Jazzhole Ikoyi LOS The Jazzhole is a record store, bookstore, and Cafe. It was founded as an offshoot of the Glendora bookstore franchise founded by Tejuoso’s mother. Photo Source: Black Fab...
Multicultural Bookstore and Gifts
Multicultural Bookstore and Gifts Richmond CA Books for many cultures: African American, Latino, Native American, Asian/South Asian, Middle Eastern and Filipino, LGBTQ, Disability and Biracial.
The Tiny Bookstore
The Tiny Bookstore Pittsburgh PA 300 square feet of books, gifts, toys, and collectibles in the North Hills of Pittsburgh
Beyond Barcodes Bookstore
Beyond Barcodes Bookstore Indianapolis IN Beyond Borders Language Learning Center provides language courses, including Spanish, Portuguese and English as a Second Language for all ages.
The Little Boho Bookstore
The Little Boho Bookstore Bayonne NJ The Little Boho Bookshop is not your traditional Indie store, it’s a cozy getaway spot to find your happy place. Born with a focus on kids, pre-teens, and yo...
Shrine of the Black Madonna (Atlanta)
Shrine of the Black Madonna (Atlanta) Atlanta GA The Shrine Cultural Center & Bookstore is a separate component of the church located next door to our sanctuary building. The Shrine of the Black Madon...
Onyx
Onyx Covington GA Onyx Bookstore is a Black-owned, woman-owned, unique and relaxing independent bookstore cafe, and supporter of local Black-owned businesses and artists. Serving the community with ex...
Urban Reads Bookstore
Urban Reads Bookstore Baltimore MD We are a Black-owned and woman-led business. We sell books, Sea Moss, CBD, and have a cafe. Other services we provide are Notary, faxing, copies and internet cafe.
Footprints Cafe
Footprints Cafe New Bedford MA “Footprints Cafe is a black, woman-owned, bookstore (coffee shop coming soon). Our bookstore is a space dedicated to diversity and inclusivity, where Black author...
Planting People Growing Justice Press and Bookstore
Planting People Growing Justice Press and Bookstore Minneapolis MN We launched Planting People Growing Justice Books in partnership with Gideon's Barber Shop.
Multicultural Bookstore Las Vegas
Multicultural Bookstore Las Vegas Las Vegas NV We provide a diverse repertoire of multicultural books of all genres. Besides, we devote ourselves to providing educational and community programs for yo...
The Book Worm Bookstore
The Book Worm Bookstore Powder Springs GA A place where love is shared as much as stories!
Shades of Afrika Bookstore (Corona)
Shades of Afrika Bookstore (Corona) Corona CA Our Mission is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the Afrikan Diaspora.
Loyalty Bookstore (The DC Pop Up at Walter Reed)
Loyalty Bookstore (The DC Pop Up at Walter Reed) Washington DC Entrance on the side of the lawn between Whole Foods and JINYA Ramen Bar
Ujamaa Community Bookstore
Ujamaa Community Bookstore Indianapolis IN Named after one of the seven Kwanzaa principles, Ujamaa (meaning “cooperative economics”), we value sharing space, knowledge, and resources. We b...
Bub’s Bookstore
Bub’s Bookstore Carson City NV We have a simple goal: Provide a community space that is centered around books and other media.
Progressive Emporium and Education Center
Progressive Emporium and Education Center St. Louis MO Existing in various iterations since 1978, Progressive is the oldest continuously operated Black owned bookstore in the metro St. Louis region. S...
Sister’s Uptown Bookstore
Sister’s Uptown Bookstore New York NY African-centered, homework help, internet, lectures, sign language classes, spoken word poetry, theatrical productions, yoga (at 156th Street).
Literary Sweets, Bookstore and Chocolate Shoppe
Literary Sweets, Bookstore and Chocolate Shoppe Columbia SC
Alkebu-Lan Images Bookstore & Gift Shop
Alkebu-Lan Images Bookstore & Gift Shop Nashville TN Alkebu-Lan Images Founder Yusef Harris Passed Away Nashville’s Center for African-American Books, Educational Materials, Gifts and Positive ...
Howard University Bookstore
Howard University Bookstore Washington DC Now run by Barnes and Noble
The Truth Bookstore
The Truth Bookstore Southfield MI UNABLE TO VERFIY PHYSICAL LOCATION The Best in Afrocentric Books, Clothing, Art and Gifts
Books and Beignets Bookstore
Books and Beignets Bookstore Ridgeland MS Takes a Village to Read a Book!
DC Bookdiva’s Mobile Bookstore
DC Bookdiva’s Mobile Bookstore Washington DC Our mission is to promote, publish, and market works of literature while providing exposure opportunities for new and established authors in the urban ge...
Books-In-The-Hood
Books-In-The-Hood Bronx NY A whole sale/retail multicultural, family owned bookstore, located in The South Bronx.
Ujamaa Maktaba
Ujamaa Maktaba St. Louis MO An African-centered bookstore, Ujamaa Maktaba offers diverse titles
Frontline Books & Kultural Emporium
Frontline Books & Kultural Emporium Chicago IL Chicago's premier Rastafari & Pan-African bookstore
Zawadi Books
Zawadi Books Buffalo NY Sharon and Kenneth Holley opened Harambee Books and Crafts (renamed Zawadi Books in 2010) around 1976 in Buffalo, NY. Zawadi means “gift” in Swahili, one of the pur...
Source of Knowledge
Source of Knowledge Newark NJ African-Caribbean family owned bookstore, selling books written and about people of African decent. We carry a huge selection of fiction, nonfiction and children’s ...
EyeSeeMe
EyeSeeMe University City MO Educational Products That Promote Positive African American Images The designated bookstore for Books N Bros.
MahoganyBooks (Anacostia)
MahoganyBooks (Anacostia) Washington DC MahoganyBooks began selling books online in 2007. They opened the first brick & mortar bookstore in 2017.