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Independent bookstore in Richmond

ILYSM Books

ILYSM Books is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Richmond reader community. Its strengths include used books, hard-to-find titles, Filipino and queer voices, art, music, physical media, and community events.

About ILYSM Books

ILYSM Books is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Richmond reader community. Readers visit for used books, hard-to-find titles, Filipino and queer voices, art, music, physical media, and community events. 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

Specialty

Queer books

Service

Author events Online ordering

Community

Queer-owned 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

Detailed accessibility information has not yet been verified.

Please contact the bookstore to ask about step-free entry, aisle width, seating, accessible restrooms, parking, service animals, or other accommodations.

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