List of Independent
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Bookstores in the Salt Lake Valley
Salt Lake Valley Cities
Ogden
Eborn Books
Address
3651 Wall Ave.
Ogden, UT 84401
Phone
801-621-4663
Website
www.ebornbooks.com
Author Event Info
Does not host author events.
Other Eborn Books Locations
Eborn Books at Provo Town Centre
1200 Towne Centre Blvd. Provo, UT 84601
801-607-1468
Eborn Books at Layton Hills Mall
1201 N Hill Field Rd. #1052 Layton, UT 84041
801-544-1804
Happy Magpie Book & Quill
Address
443 27th St.
Ogden, UT 84401
Phone
801-917-4090
Website
www.happymagpiebook.com
Author Event Info
Offers event packages for things like book launches, workshops, poetry slams, craft markets, etc. but charges a $300 – $600 fee. Event packages include set-up, seating for up to 40 people, on-site support, mic/speaker system, and clean-up.
The Queen Bee
Address
270 25th St.
Ogden, UT 84401
Phone
801-317-4226
Author Event Info
Does not host author events.
Salt Lake City
Frost’s Books
Address
1980 E 2700 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Phone
801-582-8428
Website
www.facebook.com/frostsbooks
Author Event Info
Does not host author events.
Golden Braid Books
Address
151 S 500 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Phone
801-322-1162
Website
www.goldenbraidslc.com
Author Event Info
Cute store/cafe focusing on conscious living. Offers books and gifts with new age, spiritual, mind/body, psychic, and environmental themes, as well as popular books in other genres. Hosts frequent events and workshops every week!
Ken Sanders Rare Books
Address
209 E 500 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Phone
801-521-3819
Website
www.kensandersbooks.com
Author Event Info
Mostly sells used/rare books, along with a limited selection of new books. Hosts occasional book signings for local authors.
The King’s English Bookshop
Address
1511 S 1500 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Phone
801-484-9100
Website
www.kingsenglish.com
Author Event Info
World-renowned bookstore and hub of the Salt Lake City literary community. Lists clear guidelines on their website for author events. Books must be under a year old (preferably under six months), the publisher must pay a $100 fee to cover the event publicity, and events must be planned at least six weeks in advance. If the book isn’t an in-demand purchase at the store, it must have local ties in order to be considered for an event.
Lovebound Library
Address
145 E 900 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Phone
801-709-9039
Author Event Info
New bookstore focusing on romance themes within all genres. Hosts readings and author conversations.
Under The Umbrella Bookstore
Address
511 W 200 S
Suite 120
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone
801-922-0923
Author Event Info
Bookstore, cafe, and gathering space with a mission to provide “a safe space for queer folks of all ages to congregate and celebrate their stories.” Hosts a variety of reading groups, writing groups, and book events for authors in all genres.
Weller Book Works
Address
607 Trolley Sq.
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Phone
801-328-2586
Website
www.wellerbookworks.com
Author Event Info
One of Salt Lake City’s oldest bookstores, established in 1929! Surprisingly large despite being tucked away in a mall. Hosts a literary ‘Breakfast Club’ at a neighboring boba store, and also hosts occasional author conversations, signings, and other events.
Millcreek
Marissa’s Bookstore
Address
3302 S 900 E
Millcreek, UT 84106
Phone
801-262-2873
Website
www.marissasbooks.com
Author Event Info
Does not host author events.
Sandy
The Printed Garden
Address
9445 S Union Square
Suite A
Sandy, UT 84070
Phone
385-695-2042
Website
www.theprintedgarden.com
Author Event Info
Bookstore and record store. Very supportive of local authors and offers frequent events.
Spanish Fork
Poppy Books & Gifts
Address
56 W 200 N
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Phone
801-504-6902
Website
www.poppybookssf.com
Author Event Info
Offers multiple author events every month, including signings, book launches, and more.
Bookstores in the Wasatch Mountain Range
Wasatch Mountain Range Cities
Park City
Dolly’s Bookstore
Address
510 Main St.
Park City, UT 84060
Phone
435-649-8062
Website
www.dollysbookstore.com
Author Event Info
Located along Park City’s historic Main Street. Hosts monthly book clubs and weekly signings by local and visiting authors.
Bookstores in Southern Utah
Southern Utah
Cities
Moab
Back Of Beyond Books
Address
83 N Main St.
Moab, UT 84532
Phone
435-259-5154
Website
www.backofbeyondbooks.com
Author Event Info
Specializes in natural history and regional books with a focus on the Colorado Plateau. Hosts occasional author discussions and book signings, sometimes in partnership with the local library
Cedar City
Bookdom Apothecary
Address
1579 N Main St.
Suite 110
Cedar City, UT 84721
Phone
435-708-0360
Website
www.bookdomapothecary.com
Author Event Info
Brand new bookstore opening in late 2024! Could be worth reaching out to about future events once they open.
Main Street Books
Address
25 N Main St.
Cedar City, UT 84720
Phone
435-572-5694
Website
Not listed
Author Event Info
Does not host author events.
St. George
The Book Bungalow
Address
94 W Tabernacle St.
St. George, UT 84770
Phone
435-619-8200
Website
www.thebookbungalow.com
Author Event Info
Has a page on their website listing event requirements for small press and self-published authors, and another for ‘big press’ authors. Offers three months of free shelf space for local indie authors. Generally hosts events with multiple indie authors to ensure attendance, and most events are currently online.
Kanab
Willow Canyon Outdoor
Address
263 S 100 E
Kanab, UT 84741
Phone
435-644-8884
Website
www.willowcanyon.com
Author Event Info
Does not host author events.
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