Whether your dad is a rugged outdoorsman or fisherman or likes more armchair adventures, we have a diverse selection of books for all interests. Not your dad? There are so many alternatives: history, science, art, philosophy, religion and spirituality, horticulture, construction, thrillers, science fiction. The list goes on…
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A New Journal
I recently began writing journal #81. Not shown here are years of letters written to and from all members of the family. As some of my friends know, someday I hope to create The National Diary Archive. Years ago I started a website and blog for that…nationaldiaryarchive.wordpress.com I don’t have many diaries from other people…currently … Continue reading
Customer Jokesters
Even in a serious place like a bookstore there are people who surreptitiously show off their sense of humor. I frequently find books misplaced on purpose, especially in the science/religion sections which happen to be side by side. And, no, I didn’t do that on purpose (put them together). One day I found “Poe,” my … Continue reading
The Eclectic Reader to Re-Open on May 1st
We are pleased to announce that The Eclectic Reader will open its doors again on May 1st. Being a small store, this will be a cautious opening with face masks and social distancing and hand sanitizing. Just one at a time, please! or two people if we set up a one-way situation. Nina will occupy … Continue reading
Closure Due to Coronavirus
We are going to take a snooze for awhile. Until further notice The Eclectic Reader will be closed in the hopes that it will help prevent the spread of coronavirus. Before you drive over here please do check to see if we are actually open. I sincerely want to stay in business but the … Continue reading
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