Mysterious Galaxy
| Company type | Independent bookstore |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail (Books) |
| Founded | 8 May 1993 in San Diego, California, United States |
| Founder | Terry Gilman, Maryelizabeth Hart, Jeff Mariotte |
| Headquarters | San Diego , United States |
| Products | Genre fiction books (mystery, fantasy, science fiction, horror) |
Mysterious Galaxy is an independent bookstore located in San Diego, California, established in 1993. The store focuses on genre fiction such as mystery, fantasy, science fiction, and horror, and is recognized for organizing author events including signings and readings.
History
Founded by Terry Gilman, Maryelizabeth Hart, and Jeff Mariotte, Mysterious Galaxy officially opened its doors on May 8, 1993. The launch event showcased notable writers like Ray Bradbury, David Brin, and Robert Crais. Adopting the slogan "Books of Martians, Murder, Magic and Mayhem," it quickly became San Diego’s premier destination for genre literature.
In 2011, the bookstore broadened its reach by opening a second branch in Redondo Beach; however, this location was closed in 2014.
Amidst changes in ownership and location challenges in 2019, Matthew Berger and Jenni Marchisotto purchased Mysterious Galaxy, securing its ongoing operation within the market.