bibliophiles

plural of bibliophile
as in booksellers
one who is keenly devoted to books for bibliophiles, no electronic device could possibly give the tactile pleasure of a beautifully bound book

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Recent Examples of bibliophiles The weekend-afternoon sales events became a phenomenon, drawing crowds to marvel at his wide-ranging tastes — not just hardcore music geeks or bibliophiles, but appreciators of New York cultural lore. Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 24 June 2026 The complex caters to kiddos with crafts and dress-up clothes, while bibliophiles peruse Wilder's belongings and television show memorabilia. Alicia Underlee Nelson, Midwest Living, 22 June 2026 So, where are bibliophiles headed in 2026? Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026 For bibliophiles, reading is an immersive experience, so gifts that help set the stage for peaceful reading sessions, like candles or a bottle of wine, are a great idea. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026 Cincinnati is great for bibliophiles, as the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library has 41 locations, and more than 395,000 residents have library cards. Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Feb. 2026 This poignant love letter to bibliophiles and indie booksellers is absolute catnip for readers like you. Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 6 Feb. 2026 Carol's Capitol Bookstore in downtown Little Rock was a magnet for me and many other bibliophiles, a welcoming retreat that encouraged people to stay and read a while. Arkansas Online, 8 Jan. 2026 San Diego Public Library’s Winter Reading Challenge welcomes bibliophiles of all ages to explore literature this month. Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026

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“Bibliophiles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bibliophiles. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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