Earthlight Books is a family-owned, full-service bookstore located in Walla Walla, Washington, with an online warehouse in Olympia. Since 1973, it has served the local community, becoming a key part of the vibrant downtown scene and the local economy. The store offers a wide variety of books through its storefront, website, and a book-mobile that attends festivals and fairs. Additionally, it sells books on online platforms like Alibris, ABE, Amazon, and eBay. Customers appreciate the shop’s character, friendly owner, and helpful staff who can find books not in stock. The store features a large, cluttered space filled with books in every nook, offering a treasure hunt experience for book lovers. While some find the prices a bit high for used books, many enjoy discovering unique graphic novels and other treasures. The shelves are tall, and the store’s maze-like layout adds to its charm. Overall, Earthlight Books is loved for its character, variety, and the joy of finding special books, making it a favorite stop in Walla Walla.
David is a delight every time I stop in. Earthlight is a gem among used bookstores - be sure to spend a while perusing.
September 2025
Awesome beyond belief, stacks of books as far as the eye can see and loads on shelving in areas of interest. Forget everything and linger here.
June 2025
Looking for a book to read while traveling and this place had a kajillion options! Nice owner, huge store, great prices, new and used books. Looking for something ? just ask. Ended up with a Seattle mystery writer I had forgotten about -perfect for the trip.