Tattered Cover Bookstore's literary in-jokes

Tattered Cover, founded in 1971, is a longtime independent bookstore with multiple Denver locations and a reputation for author signings and community events. Locals often joke about the store's devoted, bookish clientele and the scent of well-read books as part of Denver's cultural identity. The Colfax flagship remains a notable venue for literary gatherings and readings. The bookstore has been cited in numerous local cultural pieces and profiles.