Planet Books, a beloved used book store in Signal Hill that has drawn a cult following over the decades, is now facing a sudden closure after landlords decided they’re going to sell the property.
The giant warehouse, which is located at 1855 Freeman Avenue, is loaded with collectibles, sports memorabilia, vintage toys and above all, a museum of books, all of which once belonged to James Rappaport and his former business partner.
“People say I’m a hoarder,” Rappaport said. “But I don’t call book hoarding. I call that collecting.”…