The Book Bus Depot
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10936 Reading Road, Cincinnati OH 45241 Hours
About The Book Bus Depot
The Book Bus Depot is a beloved community bookstore in Cincinnati, home to the mobile bookstore, The Cincy Book Bus, featuring a 1962 VW bus on wheels. It offers a mix of new and used books, including children’s books, hard-to-find UK imports, collectibles, classics, and works by English authors. The store has a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, with a curated selection that appeals to a variety of interests. Visitors can enjoy browsing, participating in story time for children, or relaxing with a coffee from the nearby coffee shop. The shop is LGBTQ+-friendly and operated entirely by passionate volunteers who care deeply about community and literacy. All profits from sales are used to buy new children’s books for low-income schools and organizations, helping to put books into the hands of kids who need them most. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff, the sense of community, and the store’s mission to support literacy. Some also enjoy browsing the curated clothing collection while waiting or thinking about which coffee to choose. Overall, The Book Bus Depot is not just a bookstore but a place where every purchase makes a positive impact on the community, making it a true local treasure.
Most Recent Reviews
August 2026
Lovely little bookstore with a nice selection of books and book themed items. Staff was very friendly.
August 2026
I absolutely love this place!! They have a good selection of new books and a small section of used titles. The store is volunteer run and they donate books to children in the community. They have a cute VW bus inside which makes for cute photo ops. I'll spend my $ here for I go to a chain store.
July 2026
Very neat new and used bookstore. Stopped in while in town and was very impressed.
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