BookPeople is Texas’ largest independent bookstore and a staple in Austin’s Community of Books since 1970. The huge two stories store holds a massive, well curated selection of books varying genres, with a cool sale section, middle fiction shelves, and a Blind date with a book table. Knowledgeable, helpful staff recommend books for every type of reader, from littles in the children’s section to adults on the second floor. A locally curated gift area and a cafe makes the perfect indie experience, makes the store a great, creative store to spend all day.
Great selection of books, recommendations, and welcoming book clubs! I’ve been to the new and noteworthy book club a number of times and love how kind they are!
July 2026
Humongous and easy to navigate titles, giant kids section, lots of unique and local gift items! Loved it.
July 2026
Probably the best book store in Austin! Found too many books I wanted to buy.
Leading the charge for independent bookstores since it opened in 1970, Book People is legendary for creativity and a strong calendar of events. The store holds frequent author signings-and we're talking big authors-and book club meetings for all manner of book genres. Those who can't get to Austin can sign up for a subscription service called Trust Fall in which a new book, handpicked by the staff, arrives in the mail a few times a year. Kids are a special focus here: The store publishes a blog written by its own "teen press corps" and collaborates with librarians around the state to hold the annual Texas Teen Book Festival. Book lovers should not miss visiting this stalwart home of literature, and handily, it's open a lot: 9 a.m.?11 p.m. every day but Thanksgiving.
