2nd & Charles Will Open New Plano Bookstore
The national retailer plans to launch a 25,000-square-foot location in Plano by December 2026.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The bookstore chain 2nd & Charles is set to expand its presence in Texas with a new storefront in Plano opening in December 2026. The upcoming retail site will span 25,000 square feet.
Why it matters
The company chose the Plano area due to its growing population and high concentration of college-educated households. This move signals a continued interest in the North Texas market for specialized retail expansion.
The new Plano location will occupy 25,000 square feet, adding to the brand's network of approximately 50 sites nationwide. This will be the company's fourth store currently operating in Texas.
The players
2nd & Charles
This retail chain is a subsidiary of Books-A-Million that specializes in buying and selling used books, music, and collectibles.
Books-A-Million
This major American bookstore chain serves as the parent company for 2nd & Charles.
Half Price Books
Based in Dallas, this company is a major competitor in the secondhand book retail market.
The details
Located near the intersection of Preston Road and Park Boulevard, the shop will offer used books, new titles, vinyl records, trading cards, and collectibles. Customers at the new site will be able to buy and sell books and various media items.
Timeline
The 2nd & Charles store in Plano is expected to open in December 2026.
Market Landscape
The planned Plano opening follows the regional trend of bookstore expansion as firms target high-growth areas in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. This move places the subsidiary in direct geographic competition with legacy regional players like the Dallas-based Half Price Books.
Local residents will gain a new venue for trading in used books and media for store credit or cash once the doors open. The retail site will also provide shoppers access to new titles and collectibles within the Plano community.
The takeaway
The addition of a 25,000-square-foot bookstore reflects the continued economic appeal of the Plano area for national retail brands. Local book enthusiasts can expect a new hub for buying and selling diverse media items by the end of 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Dallas Morning News.
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