On: How does an independent bookstore survive for 90 y...

[monknomo]

I really miss having quality used bookstores. I used to live somewhere with a Friends of the Library that was top notch. And things like http://www.wavebooks.com/ are also top notch. But they sure aren't everywhere

[Arrath → monknomo]

The scent of the random used bookstores my parents dragged me into as a kid is a core memory.

Also contributed a lot of garbage/mid tier 70s and 80s sci fi to our shelves but I'm still a voracious reader so mission accomplished, parents.

[huytersd → monknomo]

I luckily have one where I live. I love the prices. They’re always $2-4 and makes it so easy to find something you would never otherwise stumble upon.

[Simulacra → monknomo]

Strongly recommend Better World Books. It's a unique nonprofit that sells used books to fund adult literacy programs. Free shipping. www.BetterWorld.com