• More than 70,000 books
• Open 7 days, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Steps from Damen stop on the Blue Line “L”
• Friendly, helpful staff to aid your search or make recommendations
• Poetry readings
• Live-music Mondays
Poetry Series
Myopic poetry events regularly feature renowned, award-winning writers. Learn more.
Learn More
Music at Myopic
Myopic Books® is home to a long-running experimental music series. Join us Monday evenings.
Learn More
Sell Your Books To Myopic
Our buyers are always looking for gently used books on an array of topics. Sell for cash or store credit.
Learn MoreChicago's "Best"
Myopic Books® is an award-winning bookstore in the heart of Chicago’s Wicker Park community.
Myopic Books® is proud to be dubbed “Best” by the following:
- “Reader’s Pick – Favorite Used Book Store” (from The Chicago Reader)
- “Chicago Concierge Favorite Shopping” (from Concierge Preferred)
- “Best Used Book Store” (from Chicago Magazine)
