Ujamaa Maktaba

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• An African-centered bookstore, Ujamaa Maktaba offers diverse titles in the beautiful and historic Tower Grove neighborhood. Topics include holistic health, relationships, inspiration, conversational fiction and non-fiction, and poetry, with a wealth of literature by local authors. Along with books, Ujamaa Maktaba carries edgy urban and traditional African fashion by local designers. The authors and designers featured come from a myriad of ethnic and national backgrounds, and this bookstore allows their voices to be heard and visions to be shared. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly, and the atmosphere is good-natured and cultivating. It's a great way to spend a peaceful afternoon. - Cathryn D. Blue
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