Tattered Cover Book Store
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Tattered Cover Book Store

Denver, Colorado

Photo: Lisa J. Shultz

Denver's legendary independent bookstore has been the city's literary heart for over four decades. The Capitol Hill location carries the torch with overstuffed chairs, a curated selection that rewards browsing, and a staff that actually reads. In an age of algorithmic recommendations, Tattered Cover is a reminder that a good bookseller is still the best search engine.

Insider tip

Ask for the staff picks shelf — it's near the front and changes monthly. Then find a chair and disappear for an hour.

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