Bookstores

Felipe "Fil” Bergson wants the beloved bookstore to reopen and has been trying to get the attention of the owners for months. Planning an unsanctioned concert on Haslam's property made it happen.

After years of proposals, political fights and false starts, the Rays finally have approvals for a new stadium. Now what? And what happened to plans for a pop-up concert in support of a closed bookstore?

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," Felipe "Fil" Bergson talked about why he's passionate about reopening the once-popular shop and his memories before it closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Adjusting to life out of prison can be challenging for people who’ve just completed their sentence. Could providing them with a basic income help them get back on their feet — and keep them out of jail?

From debates on energy and environmental risks to rescued books, basketball legends, and college football thrills, "Florida Matters Live & Local" celebrates curiosity, community and local stories.

We dive into the pages of some of the most popular books of the summer, from frothy beach reads to poetry.

We dive into the pages of some of the most popular books of the summer, from frothy beach reads to poetry.

We discuss the variety of books written about Florida and the authors who live here.

As Black booksellers race to meet increased demand for books about race and justice, many are dealing with complicated, sometimes painful feelings about what the new business means.