(503) 274-1449
921 SW Oak St
Portland,
OR
97205
45.5228
-122.6803
Neighborhoods: Neighbors West - Northwest, Downtown
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Bookstore carries independent books, magazines, zines, art, comics and more. Most titles focus on progressive politics and art.
11/16/06
Quirky 'zines, comics and books with indie flair
by jflux
Reading Frenzy is kind of like your friendly neighborhood newsstand -- without the Vogue, Good Housekeeping, Newsweek or Guns & Ammo. Instead, Reading Frenzy offers a fun, funky and quirky assortment of indie comics, 'zines and books for a decidedly different point of view than the mainstream media. You'll find heartfelt, shoe-gazing comics, 'zines for vegan Martha Stewarts, oddly cute Japanese stationery and cards and a lot, lot more. Reading Frenzy clearly supports the indie creator based in Portland and across the USA, and as a result, you'll often find little gems of creativity that just aren't available in your average bookstore or newstand. It can be a little too emo/hipster for some, but it's worth a visit to see what is bubbling under in Portland's zine scene.
- Pros: Broad selection of quirky, indie publications, supports Portland artists and writers
- Cons: can be kind of emo
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The store hosts a variety of literary events and occasional art shows.
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