# Marcus Books

- **Website:** <https://marcusbooks.com>
- **Primary alias:** `marcusbooks.com`

## Description

Marcus Books holds the distinguished title of being the nation's oldest Black-owned independent bookstore, located at 3900 Martin Luther King Jr. Way in Oakland, California. Established with a commitment to celebrating and promoting African American literature and culture, Marcus Books offers a diverse selection of books, including notable works such as Angela Davis: An Autobiography and The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama. In addition to an extensive collection of literature, the store provides merchandise, gift cards, and exclusive signed editions, like Lovely One by Kentanji Brown-Jackson. Marcus Books is not just a retail space; it serves as a vibrant community hub that hosts events, book clubs, and discussions focusing on themes such as anti-racism, allyship, and Black feminisms. With a mission to enrich the cultural landscape, Marcus Books welcomes all who appreciate literature and seek engagement with critical social issues. Whether you're looking for a compelling read or a unique gift, Marcus Books is a must-visit destination.

## Industries

- 🍿 Arts and Entertainment
- 🍿 Books and Literature _(under Arts and Entertainment)_
- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Literature _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/marcusbooks)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/marcus.books)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/marcus.books)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idaFbxBX1_/w/1000/h/167/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780623516724)
- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idaFbxBX1_/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780623516851)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chathams Blue | #175086 | dark |
| Manhattan | #f8c786 | light |
| Orange Roughy | #c95015 | accent |

## Fonts

- var(--font-ubuntu) — asset _(custom)_
- Calibre-regular — asset _(custom)_

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