Bookstores
Elliott Bay Books
Seattle’s premier independent bookseller, originally located in Pioneer Square moved to Capitol Hill in 2010. Average of 10 readings a week, most free.
Third Place Books
Another pair of venerable independent bookstores and much more besides. The flagship is just north of Seattle while the Ravenna store is only four miles from the mansion.
University Bookstore
Large full-spectrum bookstore located on the Ave; lots of readings and other public events.