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John K. King Books' Downtown Detroit location is  just off the Lodge Freeway at 901 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, Michigan. Look for the iconic red glove painted on the side of the four story building.

For all inquiries regarding the main store, including queries about a specific book(s) being in stock,  please email jkking.helpdesk@gmail.com.

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Rare Books can be browsed using the keyword search at the top of the Rare Book Website at rarebooklink.com. For any questions regarding the Rare Book Room, you can email Tom at kingbooks@aol.com, or use the form at the bottom of the page.

To reach the store by phone: (313) 961-0622

Downtown

John King North is located at 22524 Woodward Avenue, Ferndale, Michigan. If you see the white, restored railroad crossing sign, you're in the right place. Paid parking on street is available. 

Store hours are different than the main Downtown location:

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 12 pm - 6 pm

Wednesday - Friday: 11am - 7pm

Saturday: 10am - 6pm

Sunday: 12pm-5pm

For all inquiries please call the store at (248) 548-9050, or email​ kingbooksnorth@gmail.com.

Ferndale

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Since 1965, John K. King Books has been built upon in-person service. While our store  books are not on a database or listed online, we do maintain a directory based on subject. If you are looking for something in particular, you need only inquire. Please read our 'About' page for more history.

901 W. Lafayette Blvd.,

Detroit, MI 48226

(313) 961-0622

Hours (EST):

Mon: 11am - 4 pm 

Tues- Sat: 9:30am - 5:30pm

Sun: Closed

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