Open 7 Days a Week

We are here for you from 10am-9pm every day!

Huge Selection of Used and New Books

Gently used books, and carefully curated selection of new titles.

Vinyl and CDs

We have the best of new and used vinyl, CDs, and tapes!

Book Clubs

Share the stories and discussion with friends!

Special Orders

If we don't have it, we'll get it - quick!

We Love You!

We pride ourselves on offering the best customer service possible. We want all of our guests to feel welcome and appreciated - and we stand behind our mission of community service.

Listening Loft

We believe in music and the power music has to create positive change. Music is a universal language that brings people from all cultures together in peace.

Confidence

The team at Downtown Book & Sound stand behind our books, music, and movies. You'll be happy with your purchase or we'll make it right for you.

Giving Back

We believe in 'paying it forward'. That's why we pioneered a program to train local people in need of work in how to provide exceptional customer service and best practices in retail.

Books . Music . Film

We are big on old school - like real books, vinyl, & VHS. We also believe in being green - reduce, reuse, and recycle - so 'upcycling' books, music and film is really important! Help us to keep things moving in the right direction - don't throw it out, share with others by donating or selling your gently used items!

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Upcoming Events and Latest News!

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Star Trek Day

Wear your favorite Star Trek t-shirt, costume, cosplay or actual uniform if you’re a Trekkie like me, and get 8% off on the 8th – in celebration of Star Trek...

Author Nina Simon

Nina Simon Author Event 09/08/23

Join us to welcome local author Nina Simon with her premiere book, “Mother-Daughter Murder Night”! Lots of mystery here and not easy, either! Chat with the author and get yourself...

Our Salinas Chinatown

Our Salinas Chinatown Book Release

You’re invited to join us 09.01.23 to celebrate the new book, “Our Salinas Chinatown”. Several contributors will share their stories through brief readings during the evening. Refreshments and live music...

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Classic Car Show on Main

The Annual Salinas PAL Car Show on Main Street was a great success! We think this truck would make an excellent Book Mobile to attend fairs, events, and visit schools....

Buy a Book Online – Free Delivery

Browse all of our new books online, choose curbside pick-up or free local delivery! These are the books we have in stock right now: Shop Online Store We know you...

Buy Online – Our Store Gets the Sale!

This great new partnership helps local bookstores compete with the online giants. Thank you for shopping local – even online! Click: Bookshop.org All the same books at the same prices...

Listen Up! Same Books-Same Price

Visit our online source for Audio Books: Libro.com Same books – same price as Audible, we get a percentage! Make the switch today or give a Gift Membership. Shop local...

We’re Open for You!

You need to read and we are here to help! We are taking all the precautions necessary to maintain a clean, safe and healthy (not to mention fun!) phone-book-browsing experience...

Book Signing: Psychic Blues

Meet the author of the best seller, “Psychic Blues’ at our book signing event, featuring live music, light refreshments and lots of FUN. Mark Edwards chats with attendees about his...

Drop Your Fists Book Signing

Join us tonight for the exciting new book, “Drop Your Fists & Raise Your Hands” by local author, Dr, Debra Wilson! She signs copies and discusses her journey to becoming...

Meet The Book Tender Team

It is our mission to circulate books in the community through up-cycling of gently used books, and keeping current with the latest editions. Our vision is to provide an environmentally friendly space, open to everyone, and encourge learning and creativity for all. Browsers are always welcome & please don't hesitate to ask - we'll help you find what you are looking for. We are here to help YOU!

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