Downtown Johnson City’s Independent Bookstore
New & used books, community events, and a simple belief: books should be accessible to everyone.
333 E Main St, Johnson City, TN | Mon–Sat · 10am–6pm
WHAT WE DO
If it’s in print, we can get it. We can source new copies and used copies of majority of books, ask our team about your special order.
Buy & Sell BooksBring in your gently used books for store credit. Our store credit is good for any in-person purchase of new or used books.
Special OrdersOur gift cards are good for all things JLD from our merch, in-store books, or special orders, a JLD gift card is the perfect gift!
Bookclubs & EventsFrom bookclubs to music to story time there is always something going on at JLD. Check out our event calendar and save the date.
Gift CardsORDER BOOKS ONLINE
Prefer to shop online? You can support the Depot through our partners or give an e-gift card.
Kids Read for Free ensures every child who visits the Depot goes home with a book—no purchase required. It’s simple, local, and community-funded.
How It Works
All of our kids books are free for children from the ages of 0-12. When children come into the Depot we empower them to take ownership of their personal library ensuring that they always have access to books they are interested in at home. (Adults may purchase books for a donation of $1 per book.)
1. Books Are Collected
New and gently used children’s books are donated by children, individuals, businesses, and community partners.
2. Books Are Shared
Books are distributed free of charge through Johnson’s Literary Depot, schools, events, Little Free Libraries, and local partners—no applications, no barriers.
3. Kids Read
Children take books home, build their own libraries, and grow a lifelong love of reading.
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