If you’re looking to pick up a few good reads, we’ve made a list of the best independent bookstores in Phoenix.
There’s just something magical about independent bookstores and luckily, we have a lot of them in and around Phoenix. Whether you’re looking for the perfect book for you or a romantic vintage gift for someone special, these charming places will enthrall you.
These are 6 charming independent bookstores in Phoenix:
1. Changing Hands
Books are always Changing Hands! This amazing bookstore offers new and used books, fiction and nonfiction, and titles for kids, teens, and adults.
Where: đź“Ť300 W Camelback Road
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2. Palabras Bilingual Bookstore
This is your best bet if you’re looking for books in English and Spanish. Palabras has evolved into a local community and cultural hub with books, an art gallery, and a workshop space.
Where: đź“Ť906 W Roosevelt Street, Unit 2
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3. First Draft Book Bar
First Draft is not exactly an indie bookstore, but it is a spot you need to visit. Yes, this is a Bar in a bookstore. Drink up, read on, cheers!
Where: đź“ŤInside Changing Hands Bookstore, 300 W Camelback Road
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4. Dog Eared Pages
Dog Eared not only features used and rare books. If you’re looking for a space where you’re free to join a book club, writing group, and discussion groups, this is your cup of tea.
Where: đź“Ť16428 N 32nd Street
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5. The Poisoned Pen
The Poisoned Pen has become one of the favorite spots of book worms since 1989. They specialize in fiction, including Autographed First Editions and imports.
Where: đź“Ť4013 N Goldwater Boulevard, Scottsdale
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6. Grassrootz Bookstore
A Black-owned business with great poetry and Jazz events, as well as an astounding book selection. You’ll find an Afri-Soul Marketplace just next door.
Where: đź“Ť1145 E Washington Street #200
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Featured image by Daniel Lim.
