More than 70,000 books
Open 7 days, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Steps from Damen stop on the Blue Line
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.
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Music at Myopic
Myopic Books® is home to a long-running experimental music series. Join us Monday evenings.
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We buy books!
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)
