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Independent Bookstores in Georgia

NewPages.com guide to the best Georgia indie bookstores

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  • The Crazy Book Lady
  • 5058 Allatoona Gateway
  • City: Acworth
  • Suburb of: Atlanta
  • Phone: (678) 695-3064
  • Type: Primarily used with some new books
  • Specialty: General Interest, Crime/Mystery, YA
  • Sidelines: Artwork, Curiosities, Gifts, Puzzles, Toys/Games
  • Events: Author Signings, Book Clubs
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The Crazy Book Lady is a used bookstore that buys, sells, and trades new and used books. I enjoy placing books with people who truly want or need them. I try to have a large selection of books – old, new, odd, unique, etc.

Avid Bookshop is YOUR neighborhood bookshop. Visit our charming store to browse our well-curated selection of books for all ages. We can give you a classic, personalized shopping experience in-store as well as more modern offerings such as online shopping, e-books, textbook rentals, access to almost any book in print, cutting edge events, regular children’s story times, and more. Avid Bookshop has two locations, one located on Prince Avenue, and the other located in Five Points.

44th & 3rd Bookseller

44th & 3rd Bookseller is a business created to bring our customers books that represent the richness, diversity, and genius of Black expression.

Since 1989, A Cappella Books has been intown Atlanta’s only full-service general bookstore, buying and selling new, used, rare and out-of-print titles. Located in Inman Park, we’re widely known for our selection.

All the Tropes is Atlanta’s only bookstore dedicated entirely to the romance genre. We are more than just a bookstore, we are a sanctuary for dreamers and romantics, a community space where the timeless allure of romance literature is celebrated.

Book Boutique is one of Atlanta’s ultimate premier African American Owned Multi-Cultral Book Stores.

Proud to be EAV’s indie bookstore! Used & new books, local art & wares, and events. We specialize in diverse fiction & social justice-oriented nonfiction. At Bookish, we believe Every Story Matters.

African American rare books, classics and ephemera. Open from 10-5 Thursday-Sunday.

  • Lucian Books and Wine
  • 3005 Peachtree Rd.
  • City: Atlanta
  • Phone: (404) 549-2655
  • Type: New books
  • Specialty: General Interest
  • Sidelines: Café/Food
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Medu is the second largest African-American owned bookstore in Atlanta, Georgia.

Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore

  • Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore
  • 5531 Roswell Rd. NE
  • City: Atlanta
  • Phone: (404) 255-5207
  • Type: Primarily new with some used books
  • Specialty: Metaphysical/New Age
  • Sidelines: Artwork, Curiosities, Gifts, Greeting Cards/Postcards
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Serving the metaphysical community in Atlanta and the Southeast for over 25 years, the Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore is an oasis of calm in a hectic world, featuring spirituality, metaphysics, holistic health, personal growth books, aromatherapy oils, candles, incense, crystals, gemstone jewelry, altar statuary, goddess clothing, chimes, feng shui cures, magical tools, and a touch of whimsy. The Phoenix Psychic Center features mediums, tarot readers, astrologers daily along with classes in meditation, tarot, and various metaphysical tools and talents. We host lectures and signings by both local and national authors.

  • Posman Books
  • 675 Ponce de Leon Ave NE
  • City: Atlanta
  • Phone: (470) 355-9041
  • Type: New books
  • Specialty: General Interest, Children's
  • Sidelines: Greeting Cards/Postcards, Newspapers
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At our Ponce City Market location, we carry a distinctive selection of adult and children’s books, toys and games, and greeting cards. From classics to cult favorites to new discoveries, we have the perfect gift for everyone – and for you. 

  • Read Shop
  • 4300 Paces Ferry Rd SE Ste 125
  • City: Atlanta
  • Phone: (678) 742-7853
  • Type: New books
  • Specialty: General Interest
  • Sidelines: Coffee/Tea
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We are a full-service independent bookstore in Atlanta. We order books almost every day, do out-of-print book searches, and host regular author events. We have been serving the Emory/Toco Hills/Greater Atlanta community for over 40 years! Come visit us!

Virginia Highland Books celebrates storytellers, good reads, book clubs, and more. It will host storytimes, author readings, and plans to include vinyl records, local art, and more.

Book Tavern

  • Book Tavern
  • 936 Broad St. Ste. 101
  • City: Augusta
  • Phone: (706) 826-1940
  • Type: Primarily new with some used books
  • Specialty: General Interest
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The Book Tavern is a locally owned and operated used, new, and rare bookstore located at 936 Broad Street Downtown Augusta.

A locally owned independent bookstore in Downtown Bainbridge, Georgia.

A small, independent Bookstore nestled in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains offering new books of all genres.

Founded in 1891 by N.A. Horton, Horton’s Books & Gifts has been a part of the Carrollton, Georgia community for over a century. The bookstore offers vintage charm for modern lifestyles—a place to read, rest, and relax away from the hectic pace of the world.

Underground Books

  • Underground Books
  • 102 Alabama St.
  • City: Carrollton
  • Phone: (678) 951-4689
  • Type: Primarily used with some new books
  • Specialty: General Interest
  • Sidelines: Artwork, Curiosities, Gifts, Greeting Cards/Postcards
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Underground Books is a charmingly eccentric bookshop located below street-level in Carrollton, Georgia’s historic downtown. With an emphasis on scholarly used, rare, and antiquarian titles, book lovers will find delightful browsing opportunities in many genres.

Chamblee’s only independent, neighborhood bookstore featuring rare, collectible, new and used books. We also host book signings, art displays, book groups and storytelling events. Grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and read a good book in a warm and friendly environment. Right down the road from Buckhead, Brookhaven, Dunwoody and Decatur.

Hills & Hamlets Bookshop

Hills & Hamlets Bookshop aims to serve the literary, intellectual, & cultural needs of Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia. We offer a tightly curated browsing experience for all ages, as well as literary events.

The Book Cellar is a woman-owned independent bookstore, located in the heart of Old Town Conyers, GA. Offering a variety of titles, new and used. Our cafe is the perfect place to grab light fare & drinks while you relax and read your favorite book.

  • Book Nook
  • 3073 N Druid Hills Rd.
  • City: Decatur
  • Phone: (404) 633-1342
  • Type: Primarily used with some new books
  • Specialty: General Interest
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Since 1973, at our bookstore you can buy, sell, and trade your used merchandise. Stop by our location in Decatur, GA and browse around our wide array of books, CDs, movies, comics, and more.

Brave and Kind Books

Charis Books & More

Welcome to Charis Books & More, the South’s oldest and largest feminist bookstore. We specialize in diverse and unique children’s books, feminist and cultural studies books, and LGBTQ fiction as well as general literary fiction.

Eagle Eye Book Shop

Eagle Eye Book Shop is an independently owned and locally operated bookstore in Decatur. We sell new, used, vintage, and rare books. We do many author signings and outside events, over 300 last year alone! If you’re in the Decatur area, drop on by!

The Listening Tree is a children’s booktique created to perpetuate literacy and a love of reading in our global community.

Little Shop of Stories is the best independent bookstore for kids and the grownups they become in the observable universe!

  • Douglasville Books
  • 6643 Church St.
  • City: Douglasville
  • Phone: (770) 949-4363
  • Type: Primarily used with some new books
  • Specialty: General Interest
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We are a locally owned bookstore that has been in Douglasville for 28 years. We sell new and used books. Books can be brought in for store credit. We do not buy books.

Books and reading are still the best entertainment value going, and Blue Train Books in Hogansville, GA is where you can find a diverse selection of quality low price books (fiction and non-fiction) in a variety of categories.

Bookstore & Coffee Shop in Hoschton, Georgia. Come visit us to browse over 4,000 titles and enjoy a signature crafted beverage.

  • Johns Creek Books & Gifts
  • 6000 Medlock Bridge Rd Ste B500
  • City: Johns Creek
  • Suburb of: Atlanta
  • Phone: (770) 696-9999
  • Type: New books, Used books
  • Specialty: General Interest, Comics/Graphic Novels, Literary
  • Sidelines: Gifts, Puzzles, Toys/Games
  • Events: Author Signings, Book Clubs
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Johns Creek Books offers a wide selection of new and used books. We sell board games, puzzles, and an assortment of gifts from local artisans. We also have a curated collection of 80’s nostalgia that includes books, toys, games, and more.

We are LaGrange’s newest used bookstore! Follow our Facebook page to get the latest info on events, fire sales, and other book-related news!

A multicultural family bookstore & homeschool supply located within Gwinnett County, GA with a mission: To empower and honor the voices of many, in the fight for equity & justice for all, both within and beyond the pages, only with love!

  • Broad Street Books
  • 112 E. Broad St.
  • City: Louisville
  • Phone: (478) 253-2500
  • Type: Primarily new with some used books
  • Specialty: General Interest, Children's
  • Sidelines: Gifts, Greeting Cards/Postcards
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Engaging minds, inspiring action and sparking creativity through the love of books. Join us on Saturdays for morning storytimes.

Discover a world of books, enchanting candles, hidden treasures, and inspiring events at Macon’s literary haven.

  • Bookmiser
  • 3822 Roswell Rd.
  • City: Marietta
  • Phone: (770) 509-5611
  • Type: Primarily new with some used books
  • Specialty: General Interest
  • Sidelines: Gifts
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New and used books, cards, and book related gifts.

The Reading Attic
  • The Reading Attic
  • 21 West Park Square, Suite 210, Upstairs
  • City: Marietta
  • Suburb of: Atlanta
  • Phone: (770) 284-1834
  • Type: New books
  • Specialty: General Interest, Children's, Regional, Science Fiction/Fantasy, YA
  • Sidelines: Gifts, Greeting Cards/Postcards, Puzzles, Stationery, Toys/Games
  • Events: Author Signings, Book Clubs, Readings, Storytime
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We are an independent bookstore located on the historical Marietta Square. We focus on Children’s & local authors. We have books written by Georgia authors in all categories. We also host author talks, signings, workshops, readings, and more.

Story on the Square

  • Story on the Square
  • 19 Griffin St.
  • City: McDonough
  • Phone: (678) 759-0079
  • Type: New books
  • Specialty: General Interest, Children's, Crime/Mystery, Science Fiction/Fantasy, YA
  • Sidelines: Café/Food, Coffee/Tea, Gifts, Puzzles, Toys/Games
  • Events: Author Signings, Book Clubs, Storytime
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An independent bookstore in McDonough, GA. Selling new books to all ages, gifts, toys, and games. We also feature a wine and beer bar, the Rough Draft. Offering event space for book clubs, parties, showers, story time reading, book and author events, weddings, and live music. We are open 7 days a week.

We are an independent, family-owned bookstore located in downtown Crabapple in Milton, GA.

An independent bookshop for independent authors. We carry titles by authors who took the non-traditional route to becoming published. Our motto is never judge a book by its cover or how it’s published. Let us introduce you to your favorite indie author.

The Story Shop

The Story Shop is a whimsical children’s book shop exploding with imagination and wonder, where your favorite stories come to life! Join us for special events like our “Meet the Author” days, Mommy & Me classes, and more.

Nubian Bookstore is your number one source for African American books, artwork, DVDs, and more.

The Book Worm in Powder Springs, Georgia opened its doors in October of 2005. Julia Davis, children’s book author, took ownership in November 2020 when the former owner retired. Ms. Davis’ passion for promoting self-love and literacy has become the foundation that The Book Worm stands on. The Book Worm strives to bring the best in literature, from international best sellers to our own local literary giants, to a vibrant growing community that is as diverse as the books on our shelves!

  • The Book Store on the Hill
  • 2481 US-17
  • City: Richmond Hill
  • Suburb of: Savannah
  • Phone: (912) 604-9281
  • Type: Used books, Rare books, Out-of-print books
  • Specialty: General Interest, Children's, Science Fiction/Fantasy, YA
  • Sidelines: Puzzles, Vinyl
  • Events: Author Signings, Storytime
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The Bookstore on the Hill in Richmond Hill, Georgia, has 7 literary themed rooms full of a wide variety of used books including children’s, Sci-Fi, History, Aviation, Westerns, Horror, Paranormal, General Fiction, Classic Lit and so much more! Come check us out and make sure to say hi to our store’s golden retriever, Percy Jackson while you find your next favorite read.

Anna’s New, Used & A Little Abused Books & More is an independent bookstore located in Rockmart, Georgia.

River & Hill Books is an independent, community-focused bookstore located in beautiful downtown Rome, GA.

  • G.J. Ford Bookshop
  • 600 Sea Island Rd.
  • City: Saint Simons Island
  • Phone: (912) 634-6168
  • Type: New books
  • Specialty: General Interest, Children's
  • Sidelines: Greeting Cards/Postcards
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G.J. Ford Bookshop is the Golden Isles’ only independent bookshop offering books of local and regional interest as well as the most recently published books of fiction and nonfiction. Also a great selection of children’s books, audio books, and cards. Out-of-Print searches and Special Orders. Writing enthusiasts will love the great selection of reasonably priced Lamy Writing Instruments.

Righton Books

Righton Books is an independent bookstore in Redfern Village on St. Simons Island.

We are a metaphysical bookstore for all things Astrology, Wicca, manifestation (The Law of Attraction), Past Lives, Hindu and Buddhist, Angels, Shamanism, Spirituality and LOTS more!  We also have an extremely popular used book room where we offer books at 50% to 75% off the retail price!

The Book Lady Bookstore

Located in the heart of Savannah’s historic district, the shop currently has 50K books in over 40 genres, both gently used and new. Check our calendar for current events and book club schedules. Free wifi, cafe and knowledgeable (opinionated!) staff.

Books on Bay provides a unique shopping experience for book lovers. Tucked away in a small building on West Bay Street below The Attic Antiques, the shop has thousands of books ranging from the 1600s to the late 1900s. Categories include both the traditional and the whimsical. All of the favorites are there—Nancy Drew, Cherry Ames, Dick & Jane, Zane Grey, The Hardy Boys, Tom Swift, Dorothy and Toto, and more!

We are the oldest bookstore in Savannah, GA, and we specialize in new and regional books.

Our singular mission is to serve local readers and writers within our wonderfully diverse city by providing access to compelling reads, inclusive and unique events, and community.

  • Book Love
  • 53 Main St Bldg C
  • City: Senoia
  • Phone: (470) 781-0028
  • Type: New books
  • Specialty: General Interest
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Book Love in Senoia, GA is a place for community, a place to discover new worlds, to grow, to find comfort, excitement, literary friends and real ones too. We are a place for peace, a sweet treat, and conversation.

The Book House is Cobb County’s oldest full service bookstore.

  • Community Books
  • 978A Main St
  • City: Stone Mountain
  • Type: New books, Used books, Rare books
  • Specialty: African American, Alternative/Political, Educational, Feminist, LGBTQ+
  • Sidelines: Coffee/Tea, Gifts
  • Events: Author Signings, Book Clubs
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Community Books is a small collective of activists and book lovers who came together with the goal of opening a radical bookstore in Stone Mountain, Georgia. Co-founded by scholar-activists Modibo Kadalie and Janis Coombs-Reid, we are committed to becoming a resource for our community and to advancing the struggle for a better world.We are striving to create a community space where readers can find affordable books that reflect the issues, ideas, and experiences of Georgia’s diverse communities and beyond.

  • Read It Again Books
  • 3630 Peachtree Pkwy
  • City: Suwanee
  • Phone: (770) 232-9331
  • Type: Primarily used with some new books
  • Specialty: General Interest
  • Sidelines: Gifts, Greeting Cards/Postcards
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Read It Again is a new and used bookstore located in John’s Creek, GA. We also carry an eclectic selection of gifts, cards, and novelties. Our staff is competent, friendly, and very well read, and our entire inventory is computerized, allowing us to do a quick and efficient search by title or by author. At Read It Again, we’re the little guy with big service.

Located in the heart of downtown Thomasville, The Bookshelf has been a South Georgia staple for years, functioning both as a hotbed of literary talent and a showcase for local artists and instructors. The Bookshelf in Thomasville is open from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with occasional extended hours for special events.

A real bookstore with real books for real readers. Visit a “big” little shop and enjoy a friendly atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, and lots and lots of books.

  • Books & Brew
  • 4316 Lawrenceville Highway Suite 110
  • City: Tucker
  • Phone: (770) 322-4835
  • Type: New books, Used books
  • Specialty: General Interest
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  • Corner Bookstore
  • 43 N. Jackson St.
  • City: Winder
  • Phone: (770) 867-5800
  • Type: Primarily used with some new books
  • Specialty: General Interest
  • Sidelines: Gifts
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Winder Corner Bookstore in downtown Winder is the place to go with all of your literature needs! We sell used and new books. If you have books sitting around bring them in and we will help you get credit so you can get even more books!  Bookmark our website to stay updated on new releases and upcoming events!

Forever And A Day is a New Age Emporium in Woodstock, GA. We offer crystals, candles, herbs, aromatherapy, jewelry, new age books, psychic readings, holistic services, along with many gift items. We offer readings most days of the week, and a wide selection of classes and events is available.

FoxTale Book Shoppe, voted Best Bookstore in Atlanta 2013, is an eclectic indie with a wide range of books and unique merchandise. Amazing author events!

A Novel Experience

  • A Novel Experience
  • 426 Thomaston St. on the Square
  • City: Zebulon
  • Phone: (770) 567-1103
  • Type: Primarily used with some new books
  • Specialty: General Interest
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Love to read? Love surprises? Love meeting new interesting people? Join the community of book readers at our store.