It was so fun to see how many people were in there. No doubt this is due as much to the neat categories of books they carry as well as their location. (When we walked out there was a Second Line parade making its way down the street. So fun!)
Dauphine Street Books is that quintessential indie bookshop that you think of in the movies. It’s piled and packed with books and every category seems to have the wonderfully specific subcategories. While here you feel equal parts tourist, book lover and archeologist.
This shop is definitely one for folks who love used books and are looking for something truly unique, with really fair prices. Don’t miss it if you find yourself down in the Crescent City.
818 Chartres St New Orleans, LA 70116 www.dauphinestreetbooks.com 504-529-2333
I’ve been a fan of Bob Manson’s ever since I stumbled across his fun site showing off all the sights around indie bookstores – inside and out. Bob has a wonderful spirit and sense of purpose helping shine a spotlight on all the cool independent bookstores that we never hear of.
I also like to keep up with Bob’s reading list as he seems to be a well read guy. I had no idea he was a retired teacher or was from Iowa. If you like indie bookshops then you will find a kindred spirit in this interview hosted by Dana Taylor.
The small town of Hobart, NY, calls itself the Book Village of the Catskills, and CBS News recently did a short feature piece on it. Hobart boasts seven bookstores in just a single block. The townsfolk got the idea from the famed Hay on Wye in England. If you like small used bookstores, then click on the image below. I bet you’ll dig this quick news clip of one of New York’s own book villages.
Sweet Home Books is a lovely little bookstore located in downtown Wetumpka, AL. As soon as you enter you can tell it’s run by a real book person. The first room is mainly kids’ books, plus fun book-related gift-y items. The second room has the adult and YA books.
Everything is new and well organized. Sweet Home Books has a fun Instagram account to follow. There’s plenty of art and shops around the river and downtown as well, so it’s worth a walk around.
Sweet Home Books 107 E. Bridge Street Wetumpka, AL 36092 Tuesday-Saturday 11am-6pm Sunday & Monday – closed
Here are a few photos from my visit:
The Coosa River is a very short walk from the bookstore and has some great views to take in while reading a new book.
