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Read Books

Coverage of Read Books in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 21 · 10:00 UTCMost recent: May 21 · 10:00 UTC
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Eagle Rockplace2Los Angelesplace2Commercial rent increasetopic1Small business displacementtopic1Commercial rent crisistopic1Small business closuretopic1
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  • BUSINESSMay 21 · 10:00 UTCLA TIMES — LOCAL
    This L.A. bookstore is leading a revolt against 'greedy landlords'

    Read Books, a family-owned bookstore in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles, is closing after nearly 20 years due to a 133% rent increase from its landlord. The closure represents a broader conflict between small business owners and property landlords over rising commercial rents.

  • BUSINESSMay 21 · 10:00 UTCLA TIMES — BUSINESS
    This L.A. bookstore is leading a revolt against 'greedy landlords'

    Read Books, a family-owned bookstore in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles, is closing after nearly 20 years due to a 133% rent increase imposed by its landlord. The shop's closure highlights tensions between small business owners and property landlords over rising commercial rents.