South Congress Books celebrates the book as an object of value and beauty. We offer the book- and art-loving browser a carefully curated selection that feels like a well cared for personal library, with an emphasis on quality over quantity. Whether you are looking for a nice reading copy or a special gift, you can expect nice condition, fair prices, and a unique point of view.

Owner Sheri Tornatore has more than 30 years of experience in the collectible book business. After building a five-star rating as an online bookseller under the name Tornbooks, in 2011 she opened a brick-and-mortar shop on South Congress Avenue. The shop moved to Kerbey Lane in central Austin in early 2023 and closed in January 2025.

Our books are available online at Abebooks.com and eBay as well as at Uncommon Objects in Austin.