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    Minneapolis, MN

    The Irreverent Bookworm

    4.8 (13 reviews)
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    Michele B.

    A new bookstore, Hooray! Though they aren't quite officially open I've been lucky enough to attend some pre-open events. They have a great selection of gently used books. Their sense of humor shines through with the cheeky section titles and interesting artwork. There are comfy chairs to sit in and narrow down your purchase selection. Plus they are one of three women owned businesses in the same building! If you are ever in the southern part of the cities you need to check this gem out! Bring your own books to get store credit for any they choose.

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    Monique H.

    Now that the store has had its official grand opening, there are a few new additions. They now have a wonderful children's room and a space available for reading, book clubs, and private events called The Groovy Room. They also have an interesting collection of items found in the books that folks have traded in. So glad to have this new bookshop in the Cities!

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    3 years ago

    I love a woman owned bookstore!! They have a nice variety of new and used books. The kids section is also delightful.

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    6 years ago

    Smart folks! Enthusiastic when talking about books and their stories. Great at finding stuff. Support local F Amazon!

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    4 years ago

    Nice selection. Friendly staff. If you are looking for something gender affirming, this is it.

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    7 years ago

    excellent neighborhood bookshop! great selection, inviting space, kids' room, nice people, fun swag! support small biz and ENJOY doing so!

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    Such a gem! I recently stayed in downtown Minneapolis for a work trip and I always check for…read morebookstores in the area whenever I travel. I was so excited to learn of a black woman owned indie bookstore just a short walk from my hotel! Located in the Skyway, you can access via the Skyway or the street. It can be tricky to find using Google/Apple Maps from inside the Skyway. The app doesn't get a good signal inside, so it's easier to find from the street if you're unfamiliar with the Skyway. I got lost and asked the security guards in the mall for directions and they told me that all the bookstores downtown closed after the pandemic. I'm so glad I didn't listen to them and set off outside to find my way. Once I arrived after a 5 minute walk from the Marquette Hotel, I was in a book lovers dream! The bookstore is filled with an array of inventory, including local books, classics, new releases, children & teen books, accessories like bookmarks and stickers and even things for the home like candles and sage bundles. The owner, Miss Mary is just delightful. She introduced herself and we chatted for a while and let me know she was available if I needed help, I also noticed that she gave me space to browse freely and take in everything the store had to offer. If you are local, or visiting the area, please do yourself a favor and stop in to check out Strive Bookstore. We need to support our indie bookstores now more than ever!

    Ashamed to say that I paid this store my first visit this past week especially with how long…read morethey've been open. I needed to escape my home and walked downtown. Popped in here for a totally unplanned visit and if they weren't closing in an hour it would have been really hard for me to leave. What a comforting corner in what can sometimes be gloomy downtown Minneapolis. Solid book collection. Found out they host book clubs and you can even start your own and host it there. There's tons of comfy seating. Bonus points that it's black owned! Will be back!

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