It stocked great reads and also hosted visits by some well known faces.
So if you went there to meet John Motson, Sir Bobby Robson, Sheila Quigley or to buy the latest Harry Potter release, you could be in one of these photos.
Take a look.
9. Purr-fect in 2003
These Valley Road Primary School pupils won a Cats themed colouring competition and received their prize from members of the show's cast 19 years ago in Ottakars. Photo: KB
10. Ha'way back in time
Football author Alan Candlish launched his new book called Ha'Way/Howay The Lads at Ottakars in 2006. Photo: TY
11. Tell us more
Which was your favourite Sunderland book store? Tell us more by emailing [email protected] Photo: se
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