Indy Reads is a welcoming community and family-focused bookstore located at the old Fountain Square branch of the Indianapolis Public Library. It offers a wide selection of new and used books for adults, children, and young adults, with special sections like a children's corner featuring a huge chair and a "pay what you can" shelf, where customers can choose to pay anything over zero. The store also has a discount section with paperback novels priced at $1-$2. Beyond selling books, Indy Reads serves as a community center providing vital programs such as literacy, High School Equivalency, English Language Learning, and job readiness training, both in person and virtually. The organization emphasizes empowering adults and families to reach their full potential through these programs. Customers appreciate the friendly staff and the variety of services, including book clubs, free books, and blind date book selections. Notably, the store features a "banned books" shelf with free titles at the bottom and highlights local Indiana authors and books about Indiana. Donations are welcomed, although used books are not bought. Each purchase supports the mission of giving the gift of reading to adult learners, making Indy Reads a cherished resource in the community.
Such a cute bookstore. Good selection too. From new to used. Would definitely make this one to remember to go back to next time we are in town.
March 2026
What a great book store located in fountain square. Even with all the construction and road closings i was able to park and find the store. Love the store and the used section.
March 2026
It took a minute to get oriented how this store has their layout. They do not inventory used books so it's like a Homegoods for books. Great stuff, but you never know what you're going to find.
