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John K. King Books North

4.6(314)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 314 reviews (Google rating)Bookstore Downtown Ferndale
Closed today
(248) 548-9050 Directions johnkingbooksdetroit.com

Quick facts

John K. King Books North is a bookstore at 22524 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI, open Sun–Sat from 12:00 PM. Call +1248-548-9050 for details.

Address
22524 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220
Phone
+1248-548-9050
Hours today
Closed today
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance

About John K. King Books North

John K. King Books North is a used bookstore on Woodward Avenue in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for book-filled browsing and a collection that includes philosophy, essays, and literary criticism. Readers describe finding more to explore than they expected and spending longer inside than planned. At 22524 Woodward Ave, the shop can suit a quick stop, but the accounts of books everywhere suggest leaving time to browse beyond the title or subject you came for.

The store is closed Mondays, opens noon–6 p.m. Tuesday, and keeps 11 a.m.–7 p.m. hours Wednesday through Friday. Saturday starts earlier, at 10 a.m., and ends at 6 p.m.; Sunday runs noon–5 p.m. Paid lot and street parking are available, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Wi-Fi is available, and shopping is on-site; delivery is not offered.

Known for

  • Used books
  • Philosophy and essays
  • Literary criticism
  • Book-filled browsing

Good for

  • Wheelchair accessible

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “John King Bookstore is one of those places where you go in & end up spending way more time than you planned. There are books everywhere, and that's what makes it so fun. You never know what you're going to find. It has a really cool, old…”

    — claire brooks gardner, July 28, 2026 · google

  • “I really appreciate this store’s extensive collection of philosophy, essays, and literary criticism. I’ve been reading a lot of those things lately and I’ve been noticing that a lot of bookstores are really lacking in those departments. …”

    — Zander, July 20, 2026 · google

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John K. King Books North — frequently asked

Is John K. King Books North open on Mondays?
No — John K. King Books North is closed on Mondays.
Where is John K. King Books North?
John K. King Books North is at 22524 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220.
Does John K. King Books North do takeout or delivery?
According to its Google listing, John K. King Books North does not offer delivery.
What is the phone number for John K. King Books North?
You can reach John K. King Books North on +1248-548-9050.

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