After 30 years, a Lodi bookstore is changing hands to three local sisters

For over 30 years, Tom Kohlhepp has sat behind the counter of his business, Tom’s Used Books, connecting with the community. He’s now a familiar face in town.

“Before I opened the store, I lived a life of desperate poverty. When I opened the store, it didn’t require any big change of lifestyle. I always wanted to have a bookstore,” he shared. “As far as I can remember, I was always fascinated by the magic of books. I appreciate that books will teach you things that you wouldn’t learn sitting around the dinner table. It opens up the whole world.”

After all this time, Kohlhepp made a difficult decision. He’s ready to hang his hat…

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