Welcome to Prospero’s Books & Media

Founded in 1997 with three floors of books and media, meet and take home the greatest minds in history, or join in on KCs finest, running conversations at the counter. Located in the scrum of KC’s bohemia. A five-minute ride from the Plaza and downtown convention district. Make a day of it: grab a drink and a bite just outside our door along 39th Street’s restaurants and bars.

BUY

From Dr. Seuss to Dr. Gonzo: 3 floors, 70 categories, 50,000 titles of BOOKS, vinyls, CDs & film in an historic 1890 building. Peruse titles, check out the art-n-oddities, find a nook or cranny and read a while.

SELL & TRADE

We buy & trade for your books in good condition. Trade value towards something in the store (it goes on file) or for cash. Come visit and just ask about the process. We promise to not bite.

EVENTS

Be it live music, a reading, a book release or an art opening, Prospero’s intimate, 3rd-floor offers a live experience not found anywhere else in Kansas City. To date, we’ve hosted over 2,000 live events. To book our space please visit our events page.

Stay Tuned for Updates

Spiritual Consultant

Janet McLaren 
Channeled Reading & Reiki

Saturdays 1-5 pm
Upstairs
Daily by phone at (831) 254-2151

35+ years in KCMO
20+ years at Aquarius Books
A voice for community spirit to uplift and empower those seeking peace and love. 
1800 W 39th St,
Kansas City, MO 64111
MON-TUE 10:30AM–7PM (Sometimes later if busy)
TUE-SAT 10:30AM–10PM
SUNDAY 11AM–6PM 
(Sometimes later if busy)
(816) 531-9673
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