The Trail's End Bookstore has been a Valley institution for over 20 years. Begun by Mary Thompsen in the 1980's, and passing from Brian and Amy Sweet in 2001, it has recently been acquired by (us) new owners, Ken Libby and Julie Tate-Libby. Over the years the bookstore has grown to meet the demands of a literate, outdoor recreational community with titles reflecting the interests and passions of the community at large. We offer a comprehensive section of local and regional titles, including local authors, historical anthologies, and nature writing oriented to the inland Northwest. We also have an excellent outdoor/adventure section with titles ranging from mountaineering exploits to hiking, biking, rowing, skiing, and globe trotting. Not to be missed is our hand-selected new fiction and non-fiction as well as the children's section, located near the back of the store.
Some of the new titles coming into the store reflect our personal interests and background. As an anthropologist and educator, Julie has been selecting a variety of children's educational materials including books on world history, social studies and religion for children, biographies of famous people, science and nature encyclopedias as well as art books ranging from hands-on ideas to introductions of famous artists and art history. Stop by and check out some of our new titles and tell what you'd like to see!
Come by and talk to our knowledgeable staff and browse through our selection. Don't forget to try our own locally roasted espresso, sold only at the Trail's End Bookstore.
Ken and Julie
