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Bossier City, Louisiana, is set to welcome a new Books-A-Million store, marking the chain’s return after over a decade. Currently under construction at 2920 Meadow Creek Drive, the store will replace a former Lane Bryant location. The anticipated opening of this store promises a diverse selection of books, magazines, toys, and gifts, fostering a community-oriented atmosphere for local residents and book lovers. The return of this bookstore highlights shifting consumer preferences towards physical retail experiences.
Bossier City, Louisiana is set to welcome a new Books-A-Million store after an absence of over a decade. The store is currently under construction at 2920 Meadow Creek Drive, located in a shopping center near an ALDI grocery store. Construction began on June 2, 2025, and although an official opening date has not yet been announced, the development marks a significant return for the retail chain in the area.
The original Books-A-Million location in Bossier City, situated at 2001 Airline Drive, closed its doors in 2014 as part of a broader trend affecting the chain. This facility had operated prior to its closure for several years at a separate location in an outparcel of Southpark Mall on Jewella Avenue, which was also shuttered before the 2014 closure. Following its closure, the former Airline Drive location was repurposed and now functions as a 2nd & Charles bookstore, an entity owned by Books-A-Million’s parent company.
Books-A-Million has undergone notable changes since it went private in 2015 when chairman Clyde B. Anderson acquired the company. In recent years, the chain has demonstrated impressive growth, with revenue soaring from $4.6 million in 2014 to $934 million by 2022. This remarkable rise in revenue underscores the company’s resilience in the book retail industry as it adapts to market demands and consumer interests.
Anticipations for the new Bossier City store are high, as Books-A-Million locations typically feature a diverse range of products. The upcoming store is expected to offer a wide selection of books, magazines, toys, and gifts. Recently opened BAM locations are characterized by inviting and cozy seating areas, enticing customers to enjoy their browsing experience. The store aims to create a warm and welcoming environment for book lovers and families alike.
The new Books-A-Million store will take the place of a former Lane Bryant location, which shut down in 2020 following bankruptcy proceedings involving its parent company. The decision to reintroduce a bookstore in the vicinity demonstrates a shift in consumer preference towards physical retail experiences, especially in a post-pandemic era where many consumers are eager to return to in-person shopping and exploration.
Books-A-Million, headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, operates over 260 stores across more than 30 states, indicating its substantial footprint within the retail industry. The company has committed to fostering a community-oriented atmosphere through its stores, focusing on enriching the local culture and promoting literacy and education.
As construction progresses at the new site in Bossier City, excitement builds among local residents and book enthusiasts eager for the store’s return. The opening of this new retail outlet heralds not only a revival of a beloved bookstore but could also signal positive development for the shopping center and surrounding community.
While there has been no official confirmation from Books-A-Million regarding the specifics of the store’s offerings or its grand opening timeline, the establishment of this new location is keenly anticipated and is expected to play a pivotal role in reviving book retail in Bossier City.
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- Bossier Press: Books-A-Million Set To Return
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- Wikipedia: Books-A-Million
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