The Independent Bookstore Search
Your Guide To Bookstores OF The West
We’re creating a list of every independent bookstore in the Western United States! Whether you’re a reader hoping to support small businesses or an author looking for book signing venues, the Independent Bookstore Search is here to help. Learn more and start your search below!
What is the Independent Bookstore Search?
A resource for bookstores
Independent bookstores are gathering places. They’re hubs of art and community, and, unlike big-box bookstores, each one is truly and beautifully unique. Our website supports these critical community spaces by helping them reach new customers. Join us in shopping small and local!
A resource for authors
The Independent Bookstore Search makes it easy to find bookstores throughout the region that are open to hosting book signings, readings, author talks, and more. We did the research so you can schedule the book tour of your dreams—and support small businesses at the same time!
A resource for readers
One of the most enjoyable ways to spend a day? Browsing through a bookstore! The Independent Bookstore Search can help you discover new stores opening up in your neighborhood, hidden gems in your hometown, or bucket-list bookstores to check out on your travels.
Looking for bookstores near you?
Use our indie bookstore directory!
Browse through a list of every independent bookstore in the Western USA.
Search for bookstores in each state!
The Indie
Bookstore Blog
Our blog celebrating all things indie!
Bookstore reviews, book recommendations, author interviews, and more.
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Indie Bookstores in the West: New States Added!
We’re getting closer to our goal of listing all the indie bookstores in the West! So far we have complete lists of independent bookstores in the following states: Oregon Oregon is know for its independent bookstores! Start exploring indie bookstores throughout the state. Start Searching Washington So far, Washington has the most independent bookstores of…
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Welcome to the Independent Bookstore Search!
Welcome to the Independent Bookstore Search! I’m Francesca, a small-press author. I first had the idea for this website way back in 2014 when I was planning my very first book tour. I spent hours searching for a list of independent bookstores in my state, but, to my surprise, I couldn’t find one! So I…
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