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Best Bookstores and Libraries in Sacramento

By Betsy Burlingame

Summary: Interested in finding the best bookstores and libraries in Sacramento? Here is a great list to get you started exploring the world of books and more in Sacramento.

Time Tested Books

Time Tested Books is an independent bookstore that has been serving the Sacramento community since 1981, offering a wide selection of new, used, rare, and out-of-print books.

Website: www.timetestedbooks.net
Address: 1114 21st St, Sacramento 95811

Beers Books

Beers Books, in operation since 1936, is one of Sacramento's oldest bookstores, providing a vast array of used and new books across various genres.

Website: www.beersbooks.com
Address: 915 S St, Sacramento 95811

Capital Books

Capital Books is a newer addition to the Sacramento bookstore scene, offering a curated selection of books for all ages and hosting author events.

Website: www.capitalbooksonk.com
Address: 1011 K St, Sacramento 95814

The Avid Reader

The Avid Reader is a local independent bookstore featuring a wide range of new books, children's literature, and hosting literary events.

Website: www.avidreaderbooks.com
Address: 1945 Broadway, Sacramento 95818

Underground Books

Underground Books is a community bookstore that specializes in African-American literature and culture, offering a variety of books, events, and community activities.

Website: www.underground-books.com
Address: 2814 35th St, Sacramento 95817

Sacramento Public Library - Central Library

The Central Library is the main branch of the Sacramento Public Library system, providing a vast collection of resources, public computers, and various programs for all ages.

Website: www.saclibrary.org/Locations/Central
Address: 828 I St, Sacramento 95814

Elk Grove Library

Elk Grove Library is a branch of the Sacramento Public Library, offering a broad selection of books, digital resources, and community events.

Website: www.saclibrary.org/Locations/Elk-Grove
Address: 8900 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624

Arden-Dimick Library

Arden-Dimick Library is a community-focused branch of the Sacramento Public Library, featuring a diverse collection and hosting various educational programs.

Website: www.saclibrary.org/Locations/Arden-Dimick
Address: 891 Watt Ave, Sacramento 95864

Martin Luther King Jr. Library

Martin Luther King Jr. Library serves the Sacramento area with a wide range of books, media, and access to technology, as well as community events and programs.

Website: www.saclibrary.org/Locations/Martin-Luther-King-Jr
Address: 7340 24th St Bypass, Sacramento 95822

Belle Cooledge Library

Belle Cooledge Library is a neighborhood branch of the Sacramento Public Library, offering a welcoming space for reading, learning, and community gatherings.

Website: www.saclibrary.org/Locations/Belle-Cooledge
Address: 5600 South Land Park Dr, Sacramento 95822

About the Author

Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.


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