I think he is correct about the store's ownership.

I think it was owned and operated by Carol (Gussy) Gostanian, who previously o & o'd Penny Candy and The Orange Ogre, one of Fresno's first gay bar, later re-named The Bit.

Does anyone remember this bookstore? It was on Belmont near Maple if I remember correctly. I think it closed in the early 80s. it might have been spelled with an "e" (Tobey's). Any info or recollections are welcome!