Haslam's Book Store was a historic new and used independent bookstore in St. Petersburg, Florida.Ghosts, Books, and Coincidences By Gina Clifford10.24.11 Wired.com It was located in the Grand Central District and was the largest independent bookstore in Florida with over 30,000 square feet. Haslam's was started in 1933 by John and Mary Haslam.About Haslam's website Their son Charles and his wife, Elizabeth, joined them in running the business after World War II.Haslam's Book Store flyer The store was originally a magazine exchange.
Writer Jack Kerouac was a frequent visitor. There have been many claims of Kerouac's ghost frequenting the store. Wired.com
In 2017, HuffPost placed Haslam's as number forty-one on their list of top fifty bookstores in America. Top Fifty Bookstores In America
As per the Haslam's websitewebsite the store closed 'in the interest of public safety' on March 22, 2020, and has not reopened since. References
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Official Website