A list of independently run and owned bookstores in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Many of whom I have visited in the capacity of both reader/patron and as author/poet/performer partaking in a hosted event. Including many stores I've heard of but h...
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Fort Worth
Bookstores based in the city of Fort Worth.
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Black, woman owned, family business (sisters) that is all about supporting the arts, the Fort Worth community, and Black literary artists.
The Dock Bookshop
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Another one of the book stores I haven't visited yet. It's on my list, hopefully it's on yours too.
Monkey and Dog Books
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Have definitely heard of this bookstore but have not been. Gotta make a trip. Wanna come?
Barber’s Book Store
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Fort Worth bookstore located near the downtown area (kind of on the outskirts), but not too far. Also near great food and nightlife. The vibe is oddities, recluses, and freaks.
Recluse Books
Grapevine
Bookstores based in the Grapevine city limits.
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One of the bookstores in the metroplex I am not as familiar with. I'll have to make a visit and you should too!
Talking Animals Books
Denton
Bookstores based in the city of Denton.
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Veteran, family, woman (co-owned?) independent bookstore located in the hustle and bustle of Denton.
Patchouli Joe's Books & Indulgences
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Woman owned(?) romance themed bookstore and bar. Love books about love? This might be your spot. I need to come visit myself.
The Plot Twist
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Independent bookstore for used literature and music.
Recycled Books Records CDs
Dallas
Bookstores based in Dallas proper area. This may span multiple cities/areas.
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Black, family (I believe) owned bookstore located in the heart of the Dallas hub.
Pan-African Connection Bookstore Art Gallery and Resource Center
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Independent, minority owned, book store located in the Deep Ellum area.
Poets Books Deep Ellum
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Woman owned bookstore located in the Dallas Farmer's Market. Lovely interior, and really cool editions/covers of work.
Storytellers Bookshop
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Another one of the local bookstores I haven't visited yet, though I do believe I follow them on socials. I plan to check them out, will you?
Whose Books Neighborhood Bookstore
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Just discovered this bookstore as I was curating this list. Can't wait to check it out. Maybe we'll meet in the poetry section?
Lucky Dog Books
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I'm familiar with Deep Vellum from their publishing efforts, and some of my mutuals. I'll have to check out their storefront. Same?
Deep Vellum Bookstore & Publishing Co.
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Haven't been to this bookstore yet but I definitely keep up with them on social media. Great stuff. Lovely people. Woman owned I believe. Can't wait to check them out.
