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75% Off Books
1717 E. Spring Creek Parkway, #106, Plano, TX 75074
972 423-8120

Now where to buy the book? That's easy. Thou headest to the bestest bookstore, and this is it! No leaf left unturned. Consider reading this small chain of bookstores from cover to cover. Every category of reading matter covered including novelty books, gifty-type books, children's books that could be construed as a toy, as well as art books, cookbooks, computer books, health and fitness books, maps, fiction, but what can't be beat are those gorgeous coffee table editions that impress the neighbors as well as make perfect gifts for folks who have everything.

Bill's Records
1317 South Lamar, Dallas, TX  75215
972 234-1496

Will you feel old if you shop here? You might, but that's life. If you want the current rage on the Top 10 Billboard Chart or you want one that was a hit way back when, Bill's Records has it. This is survival of the fittest while the power chains have reeled havoc with small, independent stores like Bill's. Talk about a man oozing of grit and determination-and doing it just a little bit better, but who will remain in spite of the competition.

Borders Books
10720 Preston Road, Suite 1018, Dallas, TX 75230
214 363-1977

At your nearest corner, there is a border and a Borders Books. Throughout the state, there are Borders, too. There's a location near you that will meet you between the stacks. They have more than 1,200 Borders and Waldenbooks stores around the world, with sales of almost $4 billion. Ah, so many books to read, so little time. There is power in numbers and Borders is no exception. But it's not just books that make their world go around. They also sell music, movies, and other entertainment items as well as reading matter.

CD Source
5500 Greenville Avenue, Suite 201, Dallas, TX 75206
214 890-7614

CD Source is the place to add to your "Chopin Liszt," just don't expect Chopin to be high on the list of frequent buys here. The Rap Trap is just part of the scene here. Find old and new music on old and new CDs. In fact, they have more than 70,000 in stock at some of the best prices in this town. And what's nice is that they are co-mingled, quite harmoniously, with new and old, imports and rare products sharing space rather than isolated in a world of their own.

CD Warehouse
1112 N. Collins Street, Suite A, Arlington, TX 76011
817 469-1048

No doubt, pre-owned CDs are the way to go as far as prices are considered. All of these still have plenty of listening hours yet to go. No vinyl, period. And everybody comes out a winner, whether you're buying, selling or trading. As I say, when you build a better mousetrap, flaunt it. There are over 20 CD Warehouses in the Metroplex where you can expect savings of 30 to 50 percent off used and discounts on brand name titles, too.

CD World
5706 E. Mockingbird, Suite 170, Dallas, TX 75206
214 826-1885

The world may take 24 hours to navigate, but it'll only take you two to four minutes to find what you need and be on your way here. Why so short? Well, it's so well organized and well stocked without the long lines, you can get in and out in minutes. You'll even stay grounded as the inventory won't make your head spin, like some superstores. Being overwhelmed is not necessarily a good thing especially if you're a serious shopper. Though smaller than the superstores, their prices were as good, if not occasionally better.

Half Price Books
5803 E. Northwest Highway, Dallas, TX 75231
214 379-8000

Got writer's block? Go to any location of Half Price Books, there's inspiration a block-long-and all at half price. See the millions of words that have been created in thousands and thousands of books from writers who have probably had, at sometime in their career, a few writers' moments! At their flagship store, thumb through 53,000 square feet of books; surely you will find something to spark your interest. There's a "Half Pint Books" children's area, a community room for events, a coffee shop/bistro and, even, a post office substation.

Movie Trading Co., The
5809 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75206
214 361-8287

I knew Mark Kane was up to something after he sold his fast-growing empire of CD Warehouse to start another chain, hence The Movie Trading Co. He shifted gears to concentrate on the next major trade in, trade out, trade up concept —or at least for a while. It wasn't long before he was up and running with this concept and nine Movie Trading Company stores. They are the best and most extensive movie/video/DVD store in town. The more than 20,000 copies of over 15,000 titles should keep you entertained for a lifetime. Whether it's "Sesame Street," "Barney," or "Die Hard," check 'em out.

Recycled Books, Records & CDs
200 N. Locust, Denton, TX 76201
940 566-5688

From required reading and esoteric titles to books for under the hammock or around the fireplace, there are over 200,000 of them, 7,000 records and 16,000 CDs. A lifetime of collecting, and a lifetime of pages to turn before you sleep. If you're on your way to court, you can't miss it. Just look for the color purple (that's their building color) and then go inside and see how many books these days have the word "purple" in their title. Three floors of books, records, CDs and more for 50 percent off and less. No sales. No fooling. No overpriced anything.

Sam Goody
2063 Town East Boulevard, Mesquite, TX 75150
972 681-9347

When it comes to current CDs and DVDs for your listening and viewing pleasure, this name in the industry is a goodie! Sam's the man to turn you on to thousands of CDs and DVDs with incentives such as taking $5 off $50 purchase, $10 off $75 and $15 off $100. They have the best names and titles of music, movies, software, video games, books, sheet music, and gear/electronics from your hard-to-find composers of the 14th century to Dreamgirls. It's a sure bet you can get a gift card for yourself and find something that will turn you into a music and movie buff.