Bookmans
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Founded | 1976 |
| Founder | Bob Oldfather |
| Headquarters | Tucson , United States |
Area served | Arizona |
| Products | Pre-owned books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, electronics, video games, musical instruments |
'Bookmans, formally known as Bookmans Entertainment Exchange, stands as Arizona's leading retailer of pre-owned books. Established in 1976 by Bob Oldfather, the company’s inventory extends beyond books to include magazines, CDs, DVDs, electronics, video games, and musical instruments. Select stores provide complimentary Wi-Fi access for customers. Bookmans maintains five retail locations situated in Tucson, Mesa, Phoenix, and Flagstaff. The Flagstaff branch is distinguished by its café, which attracts a diverse clientele comprising local residents, visitors, and students from Northern Arizona University.
As a participant in both the American Booksellers Association and the American Booksellers Foundation for Free Expression, Bookmans actively contributes to the literary community. It organizes an annual statewide reading contest for elementary school students known as The Bookmans’ Reading Challenge. Additionally, the company supports regional arts and music scenes by sponsoring venues like The Loft Cinema and events such as the HoCo Record Festival at Hotel Congress. Bookmans also engages with numerous community groups throughout Arizona.