Mary Morgan
Where To Find Books
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Moscow offers a wide range of places to find books for people of all
kinds: the outdoorsmen, the children, the chefs, the pet lovers, the
Vandal fans, and even just the people who like that strange smell of a
good ol’ hardcover.
BookPeople Of Moscow.
521 S. Main St., 208-882-7957, Daily 9 a.m.-8 p.m.,
www.bookpeople.net. Open late for readings and book signings.
Owned by Bob Greene, BookPeople of Moscow is the quintessential
college-town independent bookstore. BookPeople offers books by local
writers, and if you fall in love with the area, you can pick up an
autographed copy of Alison Meyer’s photography books featuring the
Palouse. However, don’t be fooled by the name because BookPeople offers
more than just books. Here you can find blank journals, calendars, a
great selection of magazines, used videos and DVD’s. There is also a
café where you can buy a tea and relax on a cushioned chair. Readings
by local and visiting writers take place frequently and are followed by
receptions. Plus, BookPeople offers you the chance to talk to talk to
people who really know something about books.
HyperSpud Sports.
402 S. Main St., 208-883-1150, M-F 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sa 9 a.m-6 p.m.,
Su 12 p.m.-4 p.m., www.hyperspud.com.
A lot of people come to the Palouse to enjoy nature, the paths rarely
traveled, the hills with remote alleys, and the chance to get lost in it
all. But, even to get lost in the Palouse, you need to know exactly
where to get lost. John Crock’s HyperSpud has the right maps and guides
for you. Whether you want a local guidebook, a climbing guide, an
atlas, a paddling guide, a hiking guide, mapping software, a nature
book, a First Aid book, or a how-to book on almost any outdoor topic,
HyperSpud has it. “Things To Do Outside on the Palouse” by Matthew Hall
summarizes Moscow and the area in a neat paperback guide that you’ll be
happy with. John Crock welcomes dogs, so walk on in with your best
friend, say hi to John, hear a story or two about Moscow, and prepare
for an adventure on the Palouse.
Lilliput.
312 S. Main St., 208-882-6262, T-Sa 10 a.m.-5 p.m. or by appt.,
www.myspace.com/lilliputmaternity.
Children’s stores can feel stifling-too many little clothes in too small
of a place, and sometimes, there are hundreds of uninteresting books.
Lilliput, however, is organized, inviting, and unique. Bright, striped
Smartwool socks hang on one wall while paisley and leopard print diaper
bags hang on another. The book section has interesting picture books,
educational card games, puzzles, and children’s journals. It’s hard not
to appreciate their handpicked selection.
Main Street Antique
Mall.
304 N. Main St., 208-882-2614, M-F 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sa 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.,
Su 12 p.m.-5 p.m.
A block north of the Moose Lodge, the Main Street Antique Mall provides
a secret paradise for bookies-if you’re willing to hunt. The mall
houses vintage board games, records, tools and furniture, but a few
booths specialize in books, and a few others have a book section hidden
behind hammers and Ouija boards. While you may find a hard copy of your
favorite book in mint condition for under $8, you might need to search
to find it. Moscow Food Co-Op. Just off Main Street at 121
East 5th St., 208-882-8537, Daily 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.,
www.moscowfoodcoop.com.
Attention chefs, Moscow Food Co-Op is no longer solely for groceries.
The selection of cookbooks at the Co-Op keeps growing. Whether you want
meat, fish, vegetarian, or vegan, they have books for you. Browse the
shelves for the right book, and turn down the next aisle to shop for the
necessary ingredients.
University of Idaho
Bookstore.
710 Deakin St., 208-885-6469, Fall & Spring M-F 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.,
Sa 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Summer M-F 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Down 6th
street from Main Street, across from the Student Union Building on
campus.
Visiting parents, Vandal fans, pre-frosh, and native Moscowites all
appreciate the University of Idaho bookstore. While the bookstore
mainly sells textbooks for students, it also offers books by local
author, children’s books, journals, planners, and a large selection of
Vandal gear. Also, a well-stocked Vandal Brand Meats’ fridge can be
found by the register. You can get your book for class, and your brats
for tailgating all in one place. However, since this store does not
offer bargains, the brats might be the most affordable purchase you’ll
make.
These stores should handle your book needs while in town, but don’t
hesitate to ask if you’re looking for something that you can’t find.
Someone will be sure to help you out.