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Bookie's New & Used Books has been a south suburban Chicago institution since 1991, providing the communities along the Dixie Highway corridor with a bookstore that genuinely reflects their interests and values. The store's mix of new releases and quality used titles makes it accessible to readers of all budgets, and the selection is impressively broad for a neighborhood shop. The African American literature section is a particular strength, curated with depth and care that serves the store's diverse customer base. Mystery and romance readers find loyal companionship here, with staff who know these genres inside and out. The children's section is a community priority, and the store's summer reading programs have turned countless young south siders into lifelong readers. Bookie's demonstrates that the most important thing a bookstore can do is truly know and serve its community.
Bookie's New & Used Books has been a south suburban Chicago institution since 1991, providing the communities along the Dixie Highway corridor with a bookstore that genuinely reflects their interests and values. The store's mix of new releases and quality used titles makes it accessible to readers of all budgets, and the selection is impressively broad for a neighborhood shop. The African American literature section is a particular strength, curated with depth and care that serves the store's diverse customer base. Mystery and romance readers find loyal companionship here, with staff who know these genres inside and out. The children's section is a community priority, and the store's summer reading programs have turned countless young south siders into lifelong readers. Bookie's demonstrates that the most important thing a bookstore can do is truly know and serve its community. Located in the heart of Homewood, Illinois, this beloved bookstore has been serving the literary community since 1991, making it 35 years of championing books and readers.
Monthly author events, summer reading programs for children, African American literature discussion groups, mystery book clubs, and community holiday shopping events.
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