The King's English Bookshop

The King's English is a locally-owned independent bookstore that has been matching books to readers since 1977. Our eight book-packed rooms host frequent readings and author signings. Part of the thriving 15th & 15th Neighborhood Business District and proud to be members of Local First!

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  • Phone

    (801) 484-9100

  • Website

    kingsenglish.com

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  • Type

    Bookstore

Address

1511 S 1500 E Salt Lake City , UT 84105 United States

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author books quaint comfortable seats novels staff
Sandra Rubinchik

A winding bookshop with the funniest layout because it absorbed what used to be a gas station and other adjoining buildings. Great selection and loveliest staff !

Peter Boyce

Excellent bookstore . Great recommendations from staff picks. Checkout Mark’s recs if you like sci-fi

Candace Salima

One of the best bookstores for books , authors , booksignings, author readings, etc. Love it and definitely the place to be!

Savannah ✨

Great staff , super fun to wander through the rooms and look for books

Lauren Elkins

Hit up the King's English for their book readings/signings. They get some of the biggest authors , and also some of the best undiscovered. Read more

Heather Fernandez

Take a break and grab a book . Quaint cottage style atmosphere & good sales!

Drew G.

Check out their web page for a list of events . Lots of author events and signings. Read more

Debbie Cranberryfries

Be sure to walk around this quaint bookstore . Each room is it's own genre.

William

Neighborhood bookstore has lots of readings/signings. Limited parking in affluent 'hood. Starbucks nearby.

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