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Independent bookstore in Pittsburgh

City Books

City Books is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Pittsburgh reader community. Its strengths include used and collectible literature, poetry, history, philosophy, regional writing, unusual editions, author conversations, and intimate browsing.

About City Books

City Books is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Pittsburgh reader community. Readers visit for used and collectible literature, poetry, history, philosophy, regional writing, unusual editions, author conversations, and intimate browsing. The shop provides a local alternative for discovery, knowledgeable recommendations, special ordering when available, and direct support of the region’s literary life.

This profile is part of the Indie BookSellers directory of independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstores. Store inventory changes frequently, so contact the bookseller with a title or ISBN when you are looking for a specific edition.

Books, specialties, and services

Service

Author events Online ordering

Community

Woman-owned

Format

Used books

Store hours

Current hours have not yet been independently verified.

Hours can change for holidays, events, and seasonal schedules. Check the bookstore’s official website or call before making a special trip.

Accessibility information

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