In the Media December 20, 2025

Library Shop Mission Hills Brings Independent Bookstore Vibes to the Neighborhood

By There San Diego

Books are back in the old library building

The new shop lives in the former Mission Hills Library branch, which feels like a fitting full-circle moment. Inside, we’ll find new fiction and nonfiction for all ages, plus a thoughtful mix of displays that reflect the neighborhood and broader San Diego community.

There’s a section dedicated to books by local authors and titles about San Diego and Southern California culture. They’ve also carved out space for LGBTQ+ authors and stories – a nod to the shop’s proximity to Hillcrest – along with a collection of banned books, reflecting the Library Foundation SD’s stance against censorship.