New Developments
We have recently finished the restorations to our Children's room as well as the paperback fiction and science fiction areas on the lower level of the store. Keep checking in as the store continues to grow.
Welcome to Pensees Bookshop
Pensees Bookshop is an independent book store located in the Northwest corner of the Courthouse Square in Charleston, IL. We carry approximately 40,000-50,000 titles in virtually all genres. We are open 10-5 Monday through Saturday. Book and document restoration and rebinding services are offered at reasonable prices. See local news for author signings and other special events. We are always interested in purchasing estates and individual collections.
Bookstore Terms
We accept checks, money orders and all major credit cards. Illinois residents please add 6.75% sales tax. Refunds will only be granted if it was determined that the book that you received was "not as described". For example, if we listed the book as "VG" and failed to note that there was underlining in it then we will gladly issue a refund. If you have any doubts as to the condition of the book and/or it's contents then please call or e-mail us and we will answer your question/s very promptly.
Bookstore Terms
We accept checks, money orders and all major credit cards. Illinois residents please add 6.75% sales tax. Refunds will only be granted if it was determined that the book that you received was "not as described". For example, if we listed the book as "VG" and failed to note that there was underlining in it then we will gladly issue a refund. If you have any doubts as to the condition of the book and/or it's contents then please call or e-mail us and we will answer your question/s very promptly.
Just In
We just purchased a large collection of movie memorabilia including vintage movie stills, posters and lobby cards. We also opened a section of the store for comic books and horror magazines.
BOOK REPAIR
Do you have old books that are in need of repair? We may be able to be of service. Let us know what you have, accompanied by some digital photos of the damage and we will quote you a price. When repairing visible damage we try to use period material that closely matches the original if we have it in stock. Here are some terms that may be helpful to you:
RE-BACKING: Putting on a new backstrip or spine (leather or cloth).
RE-JOINTED: Repairing the spine and salvaging any material possible.
RE-BINDING: Adding new boards and spine to the text-block.
HINGE REPAIR: Internal - Generally done by adding new super (mesh material that holds the boards to the text-block). External - Inserting cloth underneath salvaged material to strengthen and cover up wear.
RE-SEWING: Reattaching the books signatures by sewing in new thread.
ARCHIVAL STORAGE: Clam shell boxes, slip-cases, etc.
RE-BACKING: Putting on a new backstrip or spine (leather or cloth).
RE-JOINTED: Repairing the spine and salvaging any material possible.
RE-BINDING: Adding new boards and spine to the text-block.
HINGE REPAIR: Internal - Generally done by adding new super (mesh material that holds the boards to the text-block). External - Inserting cloth underneath salvaged material to strengthen and cover up wear.
RE-SEWING: Reattaching the books signatures by sewing in new thread.
ARCHIVAL STORAGE: Clam shell boxes, slip-cases, etc.
BUYING AND TRADING
We are always interested in purchasing a variety of books and ephemera. Trade or trade credit options can also be arranged.
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