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March 2024 by Matthias Y.
We've actually visited several times, and I've had mixed feelings. I like the local feel and some of the older books they offer. I've never really found any children's books that I was searching for - I've had better luck looking online. I think, depending on the type of book you're looking for, you may have better luck than me. I've had positive experiences with some of the staff, and awkward experiences with others.
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March 2024 by Brittney R.
Now located at the old Fountain Square branch of the Indianapolis Public Library, right at the Fountain intersection. There are both used and new books inside. Adult, YA and children's books. They have a cute corner in the front with a HUGE chair for children's books. They also have a discount section for $1-$2 paperback novels. AND best of all, they have a "Pay what you can" section. It literally says, pay anything over $0.00! They do not buy used books but will take donations. They also have a reading program for children and youth.
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October 2023 by JustFollow Kenya (Mswhatleysworld)
Great services provided. It's a bookstore and community center. There are great people working there. They help people get HSE's and they help with English Language Learners.
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October 2023 by Brittany Y.
I love this bookstore! The shelves are always filled with new and used books and there are multiple book options from their "pay what you can" shelves. I recently discovered the "banned books" shelf and the bottom of this shelf has free banned books! As someone who just recently moved to the area and is unable to get a local library card, this book store is heaven!!
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October 2023 by Lynn N.
This is a great place to find gently used and new books. Their selection of local Indiana authors and books about Indiana is great. I've been back a few times to browse their shelves and there's always some new finds. Located in the Fountain Square area this is a good one to include when visiting other businesses.
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September 2023 by Natalie C.
This is a great book store with a mix of new and used books. Their mission is to support literacy programs. Staff was kind and welcoming. Kids section has new and used books too. This is a place that wants you to linger for hours.
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July 2023 by Stephen Gatlin
Phenomenal book store! Highlights LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC stories. Highly recommend!
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July 2023 by Matt D.
What a wonderful place. Not only we're there great books for me and my kids, but there is instructional space and clear work to serve the community for literacy, learning, and employment. Not just a great place, but also a great cause. We'll be back!
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June 2023 by Danielle Cozzola
A bookstore that makes you feel welcome and at ease! Great selection of used books and a decent variety of new ones too!
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May 2023 by Randall Burch
Nice independent bookseller, great selection of unique books. Isn't that what we are looking for?
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May 2023 by Adrienne Jones
Cozy local bookstore with excellent organization and cool displays.Always a pleasure to browse. Great kids and YA sections.Supports local literacy programs and local writers.One of my favorite stops in Indianapolis.
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April 2023 by dawn charbonneau
Wonderful bookstore and organization with a mission to provide adult literacy classes and training for folks studying for GED testing. I absolutely LOVE the welcoming and eclectic bookstore space and so proud to support this wonderful mission.
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April 2023 by Emily M.
Absolutely one of my favorite places in Indy and I love that I can walk there now.When I first moved to Indy, their old location at the end of Mass Ave was the first local place I discovered and it was a favorite stop to bring every visitor from out of town.Their current location in Fountain Square is beautiful! So bright and nice and full of books for every taste, age, budget, and genre. Also all kinds of gift options for book lovers. They rotate out different themed sections at small tables for awareness months, seasons, current events, etc.They have a variety of community events, and accept used book donations the first Friday of the month. Plus all proceeds support their adult literacy program, so it's easy to feel great about whatever you buy.They're in an awesome spot right in the heart of Fountain Square, so street parking is plentiful and free, with lots of fun stores and restaurants nearby.
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March 2023 by Kristen B.
Indy Reads is a bookstore with heart, providing free literacy, English language, and workforce readiness programs in the Fountain Square area. I was looking for a very specific book & the very knowledgeable clerk helped me find it. I also got a couple cute stickers before settling in to one of their comfy chairs to start my book.
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March 2023 by Nicole G.
This place is so cute! I've always wanted to check it out and I'm glad I did. I liked how they had a small section for surprise books where you can buy them based on the description of the book. The book prices also seemed reasonable! They also have a cute kids section that had this tall artsy chair. There was another chair I liked as well that was by the front window and hear the chess table. I would hope to come back to buy a book or see if they have any events :)
