Tahoe Undercover
Tucked into South Lake Tahoe shopping centers, these two booksellers have existed quietly for the past two decades. But when it comes to selection, their diverse collections speak for themselves.
Keynote Used Records & Books
2660 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 541-6967
Over 10,000 used books as well as rows of LPs, 78s and 45s stock this 1,000 square foot store dedicated to giving such media a second—or third, fourth, fifth—life. While there’s always an abundance of literary fiction, poetry, and jazz and rock records, the selection varies; currently, owner Ray Hadley says art books are in great supply. Most finds run in the $5 range, but rare and collectible items—like a 1928 Bennie Moten’s Kansas City Orchestra record—can reach triple digits.
Bookworks
3330 Lake Tahoe Boulevard Suite 9
South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 541-6818
It’s floor-to-ceiling books at this nonprofit shop, where donated book sales benefit the South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center. From kids’ stories and cookbooks, to robust Western and romance sections, the shelves are stacked with just about any type of read you could desire. And with a friendly volunteer staff, you’re sure to find just what you’re looking for—for a good cause.
Read about more Tahoe bookstores in our Spring 2008 issue…
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