Wilsons Book World is a family-owned and operated bookstore in St. Petersburg, Florida, founded in 1971. Now in its third generation of family ownership, it is among the Southeast’s oldest bookstores. The shop welcomes avid readers, casual browsers, and people seeking materials for serious study, offering a friendly atmosphere and knowledgeable staff.

Its shelves feature a consistent selection of used and antiquarian books, including hardcovers and paperbacks, alongside comics, manuscripts, and ephemera. A wide range of titles and subjects gives visitors plenty to explore, whether they are looking for reading enjoyment or research materials. Wilsons also buys books and comics and offers trade credit.

The store’s guiding spirit is captured in its motto, “Ob Lectio Amore”—“For the Love of Reading.” Visitors can find Wilsons Book World at 535 16th Street North, St. Petersburg, Florida. The shop is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and can be reached by phone at (727) 896-3700.