The owner of the popular warehouse book sale, One Dollar Bookswap and Amazon retailer, Murfbooks, is offering the Dayton area another opportunity to find the books and media they seek at affordable prices. Greg Murphy, Owner of the One Dollar Bookswap and Murfbooks, will be opening the Murphy's Used Books & Media flagship store on June 2, 2017.
Stemming from two successful book businesses, Murphy is fulfilling a lifelong dream of a retail outlet for books. The new store will house over 200,000 books, 50,000 of which are children's books, in the largest book retail facility in Ohio at over 20,000 square feet. "I've looked forward to this for quite some time and am excited to bring a unique source of books to the Dayton community," says Murphy.
Always family first, the Grand Opening Celebration on June 2nd and 3rd will include a free kid's carnival with games and food. Murphy will welcome customers with an official opening at 10am on June 2nd. He stated, "At Murphy's, we will continue our social responsibility efforts by giving away books locally and around the country." Grand opening festivities are at 2852 Wilmington Pike in Kettering, OH on June 2nd and 3rd from 10am to 9pm.
About Greg Murphy: Murphy is a Wright State alum and has been in the book business for over seven years. He is a sought-after expert and speaker about e-commerce.
Editor's Note: On Thursday, June 1st, Murphy's will host a Press and VIP Preview Party from 4-6pm. Owners will be on hand for questions, press is encouraged to tour and photograph the store. Wine and cheese provided to attendees.
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