KnC Books - Used and Vintage Bookstore
@kncbooks.bsky.social
Unrepentant bibliophile - collect them, sell them, review them, ceaselessly acquire them.
Reader. Writer. Researcher. Retired.
Hopeful, human, humane, hippie.
No automatic follow back.
Reader. Writer. Researcher. Retired.
Hopeful, human, humane, hippie.
No automatic follow back.
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Searching the inventory of KnC Books - Biblio
The Door In the Wall by De Angeli, Marguerite. Newbery Medal story of Robin, the crippled son of a nobleman, and his journey to find a place in the world. Scholastic Books, 9th printing, no date....
www.biblio.com
We are an independent used bookstore specializing in out-of-print and hard to find vintage books. Emphasis on 20th century American works, across genres.
Online sales only. Look for us on Biblio, the world's largest independent book marketplace.
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#indiebookstore
Online sales only. Look for us on Biblio, the world's largest independent book marketplace.
www.biblio.com/search.php?d...
#indiebookstore
I am currently working through Seneca's "Letters from a Stoic", and finding much that applies to the current moment.
It was once said, "Gold is where you find it." It seems to be the same can be said of Truth.
It was once said, "Gold is where you find it." It seems to be the same can be said of Truth.
"Reasons of state trump basic human decency, the doctrine of 'might makes right' rationalizes horrific massacres, rich oligarchs undermine democracy, and unbridled ambitions wreck the delicate balance of world order." Michael Dirda reviews a new translation of Thucydides: wapo.st/4odfj6N [gift link]
Review | A classic Greek history puts our current turmoil in context
Robin Waterfield’s new translation of Thucydides’ “The History of the Peloponnesian War” offers clarity but little consolation as we face upheaval and conflict.
wapo.st
November 13, 2025 at 5:42 PM
I am currently working through Seneca's "Letters from a Stoic", and finding much that applies to the current moment.
It was once said, "Gold is where you find it." It seems to be the same can be said of Truth.
It was once said, "Gold is where you find it." It seems to be the same can be said of Truth.
Colorado's own Summit County Libraries has been compiling a list of libraries across this country. 📖
Please assist in this worthwhile endeavor!
Follow this thread to see what states you might be able to help with ...
#libraries #librarians #indiebookstores
Please assist in this worthwhile endeavor!
Follow this thread to see what states you might be able to help with ...
#libraries #librarians #indiebookstores
Well friends we have come to the end of our library map request road! Wyoming, you are the last state on our list that we are requesting for our library map. If you know of a library in WY, please let us know.
Thank you all!
Follow this thread to see what states followed us on our journey:
Thank you all!
Follow this thread to see what states followed us on our journey:
a woman says i 'm passionate about wyoming while sitting in front of a microphone
ALT: a woman says i 'm passionate about wyoming while sitting in front of a microphone
media.tenor.com
November 13, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Colorado's own Summit County Libraries has been compiling a list of libraries across this country. 📖
Please assist in this worthwhile endeavor!
Follow this thread to see what states you might be able to help with ...
#libraries #librarians #indiebookstores
Please assist in this worthwhile endeavor!
Follow this thread to see what states you might be able to help with ...
#libraries #librarians #indiebookstores
Some thoughts on the role of booksellers, courtesy of
The Haunted Bookshop @bookshopghost.bsky.social
It's a detailed thread, worth the read for anyone interested in books and their impact on society.
#indiebooksellers #libraries #librarians #readers
The Haunted Bookshop @bookshopghost.bsky.social
It's a detailed thread, worth the read for anyone interested in books and their impact on society.
#indiebooksellers #libraries #librarians #readers
Let's talk about books and the public trust.
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Something that is easy to forget, in these days of barcode-scanning / auto-adjust pricing on third-party platforms for pennies plus shipping:
Booksellers are not merely people who sell some popular books in a competitive market.
📚🧵
Something that is easy to forget, in these days of barcode-scanning / auto-adjust pricing on third-party platforms for pennies plus shipping:
Booksellers are not merely people who sell some popular books in a competitive market.
November 12, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Some thoughts on the role of booksellers, courtesy of
The Haunted Bookshop @bookshopghost.bsky.social
It's a detailed thread, worth the read for anyone interested in books and their impact on society.
#indiebooksellers #libraries #librarians #readers
The Haunted Bookshop @bookshopghost.bsky.social
It's a detailed thread, worth the read for anyone interested in books and their impact on society.
#indiebooksellers #libraries #librarians #readers
Whether you are a collector or just a casual reader, some tips for prolonging the life of your books ...
for physical books that is. Of course.
www.biblio.com/book-collect...
#bibliophile #indiebookstores #readers #Biblio #bookcollectors
for physical books that is. Of course.
www.biblio.com/book-collect...
#bibliophile #indiebookstores #readers #Biblio #bookcollectors
Caring for your Book Collection - Basic Tips from a Professional Bookseller |
Book Collecting Guide
Learn about book collecting at Biblio
www.biblio.com
November 12, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Whether you are a collector or just a casual reader, some tips for prolonging the life of your books ...
for physical books that is. Of course.
www.biblio.com/book-collect...
#bibliophile #indiebookstores #readers #Biblio #bookcollectors
for physical books that is. Of course.
www.biblio.com/book-collect...
#bibliophile #indiebookstores #readers #Biblio #bookcollectors
When every book has been hand-selected, hand-graded, hand-inventoried and hand-packed ... yes, you become attached. Pre-owned books have histories of their own as well.
#indiebookstores
#indiebookstores
As a bookseller, it's emotionally wrenching when a book sells.
One of my favorites left us for a good home (which is a comfort.)
It looks like it's about
Dark Magic.
In a way, yes? Caltech lectures on Space from the 50s.
Fare thee well...
#BookwormSat
#Space
One of my favorites left us for a good home (which is a comfort.)
It looks like it's about
Dark Magic.
In a way, yes? Caltech lectures on Space from the 50s.
Fare thee well...
#BookwormSat
#Space
November 12, 2025 at 4:30 PM
When every book has been hand-selected, hand-graded, hand-inventoried and hand-packed ... yes, you become attached. Pre-owned books have histories of their own as well.
#indiebookstores
#indiebookstores
When subtle suggestion fails ...
November 4, 2025 at 3:28 PM
When subtle suggestion fails ...
"Launched in 1988 as National Adoption Month, the initiative has been rebranded by adoptees to center our voices and to counter the self-serving narratives of private adoption agencies, religious groups, and adoptive parents."
A list of adoptee-authored books:
(follow link) 👇
A list of adoptee-authored books:
(follow link) 👇
A reading list for National Adoption Awareness Month. www.washingtonindependentreviewofbooks.com/features/aut... @alicestephens.bsky.social #adoption #nationaladoptionawarenessmonth #booksky
November 3, 2025 at 6:04 PM
"Launched in 1988 as National Adoption Month, the initiative has been rebranded by adoptees to center our voices and to counter the self-serving narratives of private adoption agencies, religious groups, and adoptive parents."
A list of adoptee-authored books:
(follow link) 👇
A list of adoptee-authored books:
(follow link) 👇
I know there are MANY indie artists here, I follow several, and enjoy your work. TY!
I happen to like Angela's style, and can vouch for the quality.
www.redbubble.com/people/Angel...
Please support independent sellers and artists.
#indieartists #indieauthors #indiebookstores #indiepublishers
🌎☮️💗
I happen to like Angela's style, and can vouch for the quality.
www.redbubble.com/people/Angel...
Please support independent sellers and artists.
#indieartists #indieauthors #indiebookstores #indiepublishers
🌎☮️💗
AngelaMarieArt Shop | Redbubble
AngelaMarieArt is an independent artist creating amazing designs for great products such as t-shirts, stickers, posters, and phone cases.
www.redbubble.com
November 3, 2025 at 4:06 PM
I know there are MANY indie artists here, I follow several, and enjoy your work. TY!
I happen to like Angela's style, and can vouch for the quality.
www.redbubble.com/people/Angel...
Please support independent sellers and artists.
#indieartists #indieauthors #indiebookstores #indiepublishers
🌎☮️💗
I happen to like Angela's style, and can vouch for the quality.
www.redbubble.com/people/Angel...
Please support independent sellers and artists.
#indieartists #indieauthors #indiebookstores #indiepublishers
🌎☮️💗
Amazon's profits go to buying yachts for Bezos and supporting King Tiny Hands.
Independent bookstore profits (if there are any!) go back into their community.
Support #indiebookstores and the #FreedomToRead
#libraries #librarians
Independent bookstore profits (if there are any!) go back into their community.
Support #indiebookstores and the #FreedomToRead
#libraries #librarians
Amazon is helping fund a $300 million build of a ballroom for the White House.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
November 2, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Amazon's profits go to buying yachts for Bezos and supporting King Tiny Hands.
Independent bookstore profits (if there are any!) go back into their community.
Support #indiebookstores and the #FreedomToRead
#libraries #librarians
Independent bookstore profits (if there are any!) go back into their community.
Support #indiebookstores and the #FreedomToRead
#libraries #librarians
It's the People's House, not the Orange King's palace.
On the left, the refurbished Lincoln bathroom. On the right, picture I took in Saddam Hussein's palace in Basra in 2005.
November 2, 2025 at 8:26 PM
It's the People's House, not the Orange King's palace.
I don't think Angela will object if I co-op her suggestions - a change of genre is as good as a feast.
When reality bites too hard, I dig into my YA section to remind myself of the things that matter - friendship, family, and doing the right thing.
Read on!
#indiebookstores
When reality bites too hard, I dig into my YA section to remind myself of the things that matter - friendship, family, and doing the right thing.
Read on!
#indiebookstores
Happy Saturday, all! If you're looking for a brief respite from all the news of the world, I invite you into the wonderful world of children's literature via this month's blog post. We could all use a bit of a breather, and there is no shame in a little escape into a good kid's book, in my opinion.
Five Favorite Children's Books
As someone who has spent her entire life steeped in children’s literature, in one way or another, and as a strong advocate for encouraging r...
angelamariemorton.blogspot.com
November 1, 2025 at 9:46 PM
I don't think Angela will object if I co-op her suggestions - a change of genre is as good as a feast.
When reality bites too hard, I dig into my YA section to remind myself of the things that matter - friendship, family, and doing the right thing.
Read on!
#indiebookstores
When reality bites too hard, I dig into my YA section to remind myself of the things that matter - friendship, family, and doing the right thing.
Read on!
#indiebookstores
November 1, 2025 at 9:21 PM
"The books on this seasonal list represent just a handful of the 22,810 instances of book bans in U.S. public schools since 2021 ...
This widespread removal of books is more chilling than anything the most banned author of the 2024-2025 school year, Stephen King, ever conjured in his stories."
This widespread removal of books is more chilling than anything the most banned author of the 2024-2025 school year, Stephen King, ever conjured in his stories."
You know what's scary?
This #Halloween, schools across America are being haunted by bans of books featuring monsters, werewolves, witches and ghosts.
Learn more about the ghoulish way books are being banned in school districts across the country at: pen.org/halloween-banned-book-list/
This #Halloween, schools across America are being haunted by bans of books featuring monsters, werewolves, witches and ghosts.
Learn more about the ghoulish way books are being banned in school districts across the country at: pen.org/halloween-banned-book-list/
No Boo! Bans of Books Featuring Monsters, Werewolves, Witches And Ghosts Haunt Schools Nationwide
What’s more frightening than a hungry zombie? The ghoulish way books are being banned in school districts across the country.
pen.org
October 31, 2025 at 6:14 PM
"The books on this seasonal list represent just a handful of the 22,810 instances of book bans in U.S. public schools since 2021 ...
This widespread removal of books is more chilling than anything the most banned author of the 2024-2025 school year, Stephen King, ever conjured in his stories."
This widespread removal of books is more chilling than anything the most banned author of the 2024-2025 school year, Stephen King, ever conjured in his stories."
"Black history is something that you are thinking about, even in trying not to think about it. It’s interwoven into our world, and our students and young people deserve to grapple with things in their complexity ..."
#FreedomToRead #RightToLearn
#FreedomToRead #RightToLearn
“There’s a reason that Black histories are being banned. When people learn about this history, they get ideas about how they might want to change things.” @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social talks to @skippedhistory.bsky.social
How Bacon's Rebellion Invented Race in the U.S.
And more lessons from Dr. Brian Jones on black history
skippedhistory.substack.com
October 31, 2025 at 6:09 PM
"Black history is something that you are thinking about, even in trying not to think about it. It’s interwoven into our world, and our students and young people deserve to grapple with things in their complexity ..."
#FreedomToRead #RightToLearn
#FreedomToRead #RightToLearn
Two things:
1) This should SO go viral!
2) This needs to happen across the country.
🌎☮️
1) This should SO go viral!
2) This needs to happen across the country.
🌎☮️
The people yearn for (democratic) socialism (this one will make you cry)
October 30, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Two things:
1) This should SO go viral!
2) This needs to happen across the country.
🌎☮️
1) This should SO go viral!
2) This needs to happen across the country.
🌎☮️
"The money will go to organizations that award fellowships, host writers' retreats and residencies, host book events, publish translated literature and more. There will be an open call starting on November 10 for grant applications."
#authors #readers #writers #libraries
#authors #readers #writers #libraries
October 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM
"The money will go to organizations that award fellowships, host writers' retreats and residencies, host book events, publish translated literature and more. There will be an open call starting on November 10 for grant applications."
#authors #readers #writers #libraries
#authors #readers #writers #libraries
Reminder to anyone who needs it today: Reading books (at home, on the bus, in Starbucks); owning books; loving books; discussing books. None of these things are “performative” unless you’re selling tickets.
October 29, 2025 at 5:42 PM
ALL Haymarket EBooks are 80% off through November 7th ✊🏾✊🏿✊🏽
Haymarket Ebooks on sale for $2!
At Haymarket, our mission is to publish books that contribute to struggles for social and economic justice. We strive to make our books a vibrant and organic part of social movements, and we believe t...
www.haymarketbooks.org
October 28, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Support the freedom to read
Dr. Mac Marquis was here at Bigfoot Books & Brews yesterday to talk to us about the #prisonbooksmovement. Here he is talking about the Asheville Prison Books project and how folks can support it and get involved! #AVL #WNC
Check out the wishlist & make a book donation: bookshop.org/wishlists/53...
Check out the wishlist & make a book donation: bookshop.org/wishlists/53...
October 26, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Support the freedom to read
A little bookish humor.
#indiebookstore
#indiebookstore
October 26, 2025 at 5:05 PM
A little bookish humor.
#indiebookstore
#indiebookstore
"Organizers at Utah’s Weber State University canceled a two-day conference on censorship after the administration claimed that they risked running afoul of a state law unless the event itself was censored."
#FreedomOfSpeech
#FreedomOfSpeech
Should a university conference on censorship be censored? In Utah, apparently so. “We are censoring discussions of censorship. The campaign to exert ideological control over higher education turns more Kafkaesque by the day.” Read more here: pen.org/organizers-o...
Organizers Cancel a University Conference on Censorship After Being Warned It Could Run Afoul of Utah Law Unless It Was Censored. Yes, You Read that Right
By Eileen AJ Connelly Organizers at Utah’s Weber State University canceled a two-day conference on censorship after the administration claimed that they risked running afoul of a state law unless the ...
pen.org
October 25, 2025 at 3:44 AM
"Organizers at Utah’s Weber State University canceled a two-day conference on censorship after the administration claimed that they risked running afoul of a state law unless the event itself was censored."
#FreedomOfSpeech
#FreedomOfSpeech
“The scale of book removals across schools for military families in response to edicts from the White House is a further escalation of the book banning crisis and comes on the heels of four years of coordinated efforts to suppress and restrict reading material ... "
#FreedomToRead #bannedbooks
#FreedomToRead #bannedbooks
We join PEN America in celebrating a victory for the freedom to read, as a U.S. judge orders banned books returned to military school shelves.
pen.org/press-releas...
pen.org/press-releas...
A Victory for the Freedom to Read, as Judge Orders Banned Books Returned to Shelves in U.S. Military Schools
A federal judge in the Eastern District Court of Virginia today ordered the Department of Defense to restore all books banned in five schools at U.S. military installations, a ruling PEN America calle...
pen.org
October 24, 2025 at 9:39 PM
“The scale of book removals across schools for military families in response to edicts from the White House is a further escalation of the book banning crisis and comes on the heels of four years of coordinated efforts to suppress and restrict reading material ... "
#FreedomToRead #bannedbooks
#FreedomToRead #bannedbooks
I don't do e-books, so I'll pass ... but I will pass it on. 📖
(Nothing wrong with e-books, just my personal preference)
#arcreaders #scifi #satire
(Nothing wrong with e-books, just my personal preference)
#arcreaders #scifi #satire
Into the GigaVerse
▶️ Looking for ARC readers 📚 ◀️
forms.gle/2db2oGc6Ro2T...
🎭 Comedy / Dark Satire
💼 Corporate Dystopia
😺 AI Cat Companion
👭 Platonic Soulmates
👥 Psychological Horror
👽 Wacky Aliens
👪 Found Family
🤡 Absurdism
#booksky 💙📚 #scifi #satire #comedy #humor #arcreaders #arc #darksatire
▶️ Looking for ARC readers 📚 ◀️
forms.gle/2db2oGc6Ro2T...
🎭 Comedy / Dark Satire
💼 Corporate Dystopia
😺 AI Cat Companion
👭 Platonic Soulmates
👥 Psychological Horror
👽 Wacky Aliens
👪 Found Family
🤡 Absurdism
#booksky 💙📚 #scifi #satire #comedy #humor #arcreaders #arc #darksatire
October 24, 2025 at 7:18 PM
I don't do e-books, so I'll pass ... but I will pass it on. 📖
(Nothing wrong with e-books, just my personal preference)
#arcreaders #scifi #satire
(Nothing wrong with e-books, just my personal preference)
#arcreaders #scifi #satire
Think it's about time to give this a bump ...
October 24, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Think it's about time to give this a bump ...
Eleanor Roosevelt was a staunch defender of the freedom to read, and the right to learn. 📖
#FreedomToRead #libraries #librarians #FirstAmendment
#FreedomToRead #libraries #librarians #FirstAmendment
On October 11, the Eleanor Roosevelt Center hosted the Eleanor Roosevelt Banned Book Awards, co-presented by PEN America. We spoke to a few authors in attendance about the importance of defending the First Amendment and the freedom to read in America. #BannedBooks #FreeTheBooks
October 24, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Eleanor Roosevelt was a staunch defender of the freedom to read, and the right to learn. 📖
#FreedomToRead #libraries #librarians #FirstAmendment
#FreedomToRead #libraries #librarians #FirstAmendment