Minnesotans are well-rounded when it comes to reading. After all, we have many bookstores that cater to unique interests. For example, Wild Rumpus caters to children, while Once Upon A Crime is a reading paradise for mystery lovers. Today, we add yet another great – and unique – Minnesota bookstore to the seemingly endless list. Uncle Hugo’s Science Fiction Bookstore caters to sci-fi readers who love finding their favorite writers and brand-new authors in one place. Plan a visit to this fantastic bookstore to find your new favorite sci-fi or fantasy series, then head next-door to Uncle Edgar’s to pick up a mystery or true crime volume. There’s so much to see at this bookstore that you’ll be planning your next visit before you walk out the door! Here’s what you need to know:

Uncle Hugo's Science Fiction Bookstore is a Minneapolis bookstore that has been in business since 1974. It's the oldest independent science fiction bookstore in the United States!
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Step inside, and you'll soon understand why this place has stuck around for so long. The enormous store is filled with row on row of science fiction, paranormal, and fantasy books.
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No matter where you turn, you'll be greeted by a long row of colorful titles. You're sure to find new-to-you authors as well as old favorites. Novels, nonfiction, and even graphic novels await!
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Not only will you find new volumes, you'll also be able to browse the massive used selection. You can even bring in your own collection of science fiction and fantasy books to sell!
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The massive selection doesn't end with sci-fi books, either. The other half of the store is Uncle Edgar's Mystery Bookstore. Here, you'll find all the true crime and mystery books you can imagine.
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Browsing this section is fun for lovers of mystery series, crime authors, and even true crime stories. Just about everyone will find something they're interested in.
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Next time you have a few hours to browse, take a trip to Uncle Hugo's and Uncle Edgar's. This science fiction and mystery bookstore is filled to the brim with an amazing selection of titles!
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Uncle Hugo’s is open Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Check out their website and Facebook page to learn more about events, new arrivals, and more.

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