Saved by the Belle

The Star Tribune reports that the Amazon Bookstore Coop, the nation's oldest feminist bookseller, will not be closing as previously feared. A buyer, Ruta Skujins, is stepping forward to save the business and realize her dream of owning a bookstore.--David E

You can visit Amazon (the good Amazon) at

4755 Chicago Ave. So.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
612-821-9630
Directions

New store hours beginning June 2:
Closed Mondays
Tuesday-Friday Noon-8 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday noon-5 p.m.

UPDATE: You can read the new owner's letter to the community on the Minneapolis Metblogs website.