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Located in San Francisco's Mission District, we sell both used and new books. We offer wide-ranging literature on globalization, politics and media, as well as an array of graphic novels, fiction, and criticism. We maintain informed sexuality and gender sections, and feature one of the Bay Area's most extensive collections of writings on Latina/o history and culture, including a full selection of Spanish language books. And did we mention our children's books? Modern Times also fosters a vital literary community with an exciting calendar of events, a blog, and community resources.


Special Extended Hours — Through January!
Monday - Saturday: 10 am - 9pm
Sunday: 10 am - 8pm

Used Book Sale — Extended!
We're also extending our used book sale! Through the end of January, stop by Modern Times, buy two books and get one free. New spring releases are on their way, and we want to have plenty of room for all of them!

RADAR Book Club
January is the first month of our partnership with RADAR Book Club. Each month, the featured book will be offered at a 10% discount. Blake Nelson's Dream School is the January selection.

Members Save —Special Sale coming in February!
In February, our members will be treated to a two-week member's only sale, with 20% off everything in the store. If you've been debating a membership, this is the perfect impetus to take advantage of the program. Members are treated to a 10% discount on all purchases for the year, receive our monthly calendar in the mail, enjoy our fantastic members-only sales, and, of course, get to relish in the joy of supporting everyone's favorite long-standing, worker-owned bookstore. 

Support Modern Times
Online donations now accepted!

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The Tede Matthews Initiative
Honoring the fierce cultural legacy of founding collective member Tede Matthews’ queer literary cultural activism, the Tede Matthews Initiative (TMI) partners with Mission District community cultural organizations, schools, artists, and educators to launch a series of performances, workshops and free to low cost cultural events to support the Bay Area's activist, artistic, and literary communities. Learn More»

Tede Matthews Initiative Special Events
(click below to learn more)

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Spanish Book Group/ Circulo de Lectoras/ es de Literatura en Español
  - Fourth Tuesdays: January 24
  - 7 PM
  - January Selection: Pedro Paramo de Juan Rulfo


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Queer Open Mic
  - Fourth Fridays: January 27
  - 7 PM sign up, 7:30 PM show starts
  - January Featured Artist: Eli Conley




The Modern Times Staff
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What makes Modern Times unique among bookstores
Modern Times Bookstore is a worker-run organization and has been ever since we opened our doors in 1971. We sincerely believe...
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We Now Carry Used Books!

Got books you want to get rid of? Donated books have been integral to the continued viability of Modern Times.
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Help Us Keep Our Doors Open
As you may know, these are perilous times for independent bookstores.
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Community Resources
At Modern Times we're not just interested in selling books. We understand that we fill a niche in the indie bookstore world, but we also see our mission as being a resource and community center for our neighbors...
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Upcoming Events

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Dream School
RADAR Book Club featuring Blake Nelson
  - Wed, Jan 25
  - 7:30 PM doors
  - 8 PM show
  - OFF-SITE: Viracocha
  - $10
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Democracy Despite Itself
Reading and discussion with author Danny Oppenheimer
  - Sun, Jan 29
  - 7 PM
And more...
To view our complete events calendar, Click Here »


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Address: 2919 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
Mon-Fri: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat & Sun: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM