More than just a Bookstore!

We'll see if we have it!

Great move - a natural fit, & the really cool owner Linda allows you to browse while drinking your java, or sit & relax & read! Excellent selection, so check it out. It's wonderful having a great book exchange in Minden!
-Google User

"We are always in search for little book stores like this! The owner is a wealth of information and amazing to chat with."
-Robyn B.

"I attended one event at the book shop, and it was exciting to see Shelby's as a vibrant and important place for community to gather, learn and share ideas."
-Gertie

Welcome to Shelby’s Book Shopee.  We have been open for fourteen years.  We are located at 1663 Lucerne St., Minden, NV. We sell used paperback books, new books by local authors, audio books and greeting cards.

When you arrive at our store you will be greeted by Ellie, the rescued border collie. She may bark to greet you, but what she is really looking for is pets.  She is very welcoming to other dogs.

Ellie’s lifetime partner is Linda, the owner.  Linda’s background includes a long career in corporate public relations including the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco and the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Akron, Ohio.  She was the first woman to manage an international auto racing facility which was known as Laguna Seca Raceway when she was there.  She also managed  Sonoma Raceway (once known as Sear’s Point).  Then she spent some years in non-profit management. Linda has lived in Nevada for 18 years.

We are also lucky enough to have Jackie drop by a few hours a week to help us out.  She was bored with retirement and decided hanging out in a book store might be fun.  Jackie tries to keep us on track.
The store is named for our original bookstore dog  -- Shelby.  We lost her five years ago.  She was also a rescue dog but she was the boss.

Please come and visit us.  We are open Tuesday thru Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM.  We are located right next to 88 Cups café where they serve great food.  We have a secret door that connects us.
We look forward to seeing you.

"I attended one event at the book shop, and it was exciting to see Shelby's as a vibrant and important place for community to gather, learn and share ideas. They say it's more than just a book shop, and I would agree! Reading is the first step in being an independent thinker; what a great way to keep a community strong!"
-Angela