THE LOCAL LIST
List of Services
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Black English BookstoreList Item 3
Tampa
Black English Bookstore is a women-owned, independent shop in Tampa dedicated to celebrating Black-authored books. Founded by Gwendolyn Henderson, the store highlights HBCU authors, shares banned books, gifts titles to young readers, and creates a welcoming space for all who value culture, truth, and storytelling.
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Bookstore1Sarasota
Sarasota
Sarasota's independent bookstore in the heart of the arts and entertainment district. We feature new books--all genres for all ages--and lots of author events.
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The Far ForestList Item 2
Tampa
The Far Forest is a vintage book, clothing and unique home goods store, but its more than that! It's a gathering place where as a community we can inspire each other through the sharing of ideas, stories, music, and art, to learn and grow. It's a safe space where all are welcome.
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Itimpi Bookstore ( Mobile/Pop-Up)
Tampa
We promote local history books, and works of fiction set in the Greater Tampa Bay region.
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MoJo Books & Records
Tampa
Mojo Books and Records is Tampa Bay’s largest independent book and record store, offering a unique mix of books, vinyl, and handcrafted coffee. Since 2007, it's been a local staple where readers, music lovers, and creatives gather to browse shelves, sip brews, and connect.
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Shelf Indulgence Used Book Cafe
Sarasota
We are Sarasota's only used bookstore and coffee shop! We carry a little bit of everything, but specialize in Sci-fi and Fantasy! Shelf are members of the ABA and the Florida Antiquarian Booksellers Association!
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Oxford Exchange Bookstore
Tampa
A beautifully curated space inside a historic 1891 building, offering new releases, signed editions, and frequent author events alongside a café and boutique.
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Book Corner Tampa Bay
Brandon
Book Corner Tampa Bay is run by three lifelong book lovers—Michael, Tory, and Charlene—who share a passion for diverse genres from Titanic history to natural science and healing. Known for its inviting atmosphere and well-kept used books, the store offers a cozy browsing experience often accompanied by classical music or movie soundtracks.
