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

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WHAT WE DO

A performer playing guitar on stage at Johnson's Literary Depot bookstore, with an audience watching in a cozy, well-lit space filled with bookshelves.

A large potted peace lily plant with white flowers on a wooden table in a reception area. The table also has books, small signs indicating topics like "Currently Reading," and jars labeled "Social Anxiety" and "Cure". The background includes a reception desk with papers and a sign that says "Trade Check."

A display of four books and a paper bag on a wooden table in a bookstore. The books include "Don't Open Your Eyes" by Liv Constantine, "Atmosphere" by Tay Jenkins, "The Complete Summer Turned Pretty Trilogy" by Jenny Han, and "Accidentally Wes Anderson Adventures". The paper bag is plain brown with tissue paper inside.

Bookshelves with books and magazines at Johnson's Literary Depot, a bookstore in Johnson City, with a sign above indicating it's locally owned.

If it’s in print, we can get it.

Buy & Sell Books

New, used, and thoughtfully curated.

Special Orders

Because books are always the right size.

Bookclubs & Events

Read together. Talk about it. Repeat.

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ORDER BOOKS ONLINE

Prefer to shop online? You can support the Depot through our partners or give an e-gift card.

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Kids Read for Free Partnership with Johnson's Literary Depot

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.

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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.

THIS MONTH AT THE DEPOT

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