Calling all bookworms and literary lovers! Pearl Street Books, an enormous two-story bookstore, belongs on your radar. The must-visit shop carries tens of thousands of titles – and that’s in addition to prints and greeting cards by local artists. Take a look:

Pearl Street Books is located in a historic building in downtown La Crosse, just west of 4th and Pearl Streets.

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A must-visit for avid readers, the bookstore carries used, new, collectible, and antique books.

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The shop has grown tremendously since opening in 2000. Today, its inventory includes over 55,000 books!

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Books are stuffed in practically every nook and cranny of the bookstore.

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In fact, just a couple of years ago, the store opened its mezzanine level to the public, providing more space for not only books…

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…but for lounging, too. That’s right; customers are encouraged to sit down and read. Writers are also welcomed to come in and use the space for writing.

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You’re sure to find exactly what you’re looking for here (and a few titles you’ve never heard of) The ample selection includes used books as well as new books, including New York Times best-sellers.

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Among the used books, you’ll find lots of antique books – some of which are more than 100 years old.

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In addition to the array of books that fill the store’s shelves…

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…the inventory also includes prints and greeting cards, which are produced by local photographers and artists.

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A huge shop with tons of titles, Pearl Street Books is proof that bigger IS better!

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Pearl Street Books is open Monday – Thursday, from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Friday – Saturday, from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., and Sunday, from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. For more information, call (608) 782-3424. You can also visit the Pearl Street Books Facebook page.

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Have you ever visited Pearl Street Books? If so, what’d you think? Tell us in the comments section.

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Address: 323 Pearl St, La Crosse, WI 54601, USA