Austin bookstore opens new permanent location on Burnet Road

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Tuesday marks the start of Black History Month, and one bookstore is making it easier for people to learn about racism in Austin.Black Pearl Books opened its new location on Burnet Road Tuesday.In 2020, KXAN reported the store saw booming sales in the wake of protests for racial justice. Black Pearl sells books focused on starting the conversation surrounding race. PAST STORY: Bookstore owner, public library address furthering conversation on racism through literatureBefore