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• Shmoof

  McKinnon, Heidi,

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  [4 Kids Books and Toys] "Located in Zionsville this store focuses on books and toys for children. This book, Shmoof, along with the prequel (Floof) are pretty fun and invite readers to really giggle and play along wth the all the funny actions that…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Point of Connection

  Paintings and Poetry

  Crowley, Rosaleen,

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  [Black Dog Books] "Black Dog Books stocks literary, poetry, fiction, and local Indy authors. Point of Connection is a poetry book by local author Rosaleen Crowley that celebrates the historical, landscape, and community of Ireland through paintings,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Specs

  Garrett, Van G.,

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  [Black Worldschoolers Mobile Bookstore] "Since 2022, this one-of-a-kind bookstore-on-wheels is available for private and community events, offering a unique literary experience that connects people with stories that celebrate Black life, heritage,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Tequila Mockingbird

  Cocktails With a Literary Twist

  Federle, Tim,

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  [Chapter Book Lounge] "Chapter Book Lounge combines cocktails and literature to create a space that prioritizes connection, comfort, and curiosity. It’s the perfect place to connect with old and new friends over a hand-crafted beverage surrounded by…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The House in the Cerulean Sea

  Klune, TJ,

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  [Curious Squirrel Bookshop] "The House in the Cerulean Sea reflects the welcoming and inclusive spirit of Curious Squirrel Bookshop. The novel centers on characters who are often misunderstood or marginalized and highlights the importance of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• 38th Street Zine Collection

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  [Dear Mom] "Dear Mom is a store where you can get it all: new and used books, vinyls, zines, fun snacks, and even a selection of vintage clothes and home decor! Dear Mom is particularly known for their collection of zines local to Indy and beyond.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Girl Who Drank the Moon

  Barnhill, Kelly Regan,

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  [Fables and Fairy Tales] "Fables and Fairy Tales describes itself as a whimsical bookstore for the child in all of us, filled with imagination, adventure, and stories for readers of all ages. The Girl Who Drank the Moon perfectly reflects that…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Love Simulation

  Easton, Etta,

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  [Garden of Readin'] "The Garden of Readin’ is unapologetically feminine, colorful, and melanated, featuring books written by women and especially women of color. The place is cozy, yet bold, featuring bright pink walls and a deep green carpet, with…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• No Straight Road Takes You There

  Essays for Uneven Terrain

  Solnit, Rebecca,

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  [Golden Hour] "Golden Hour is my absolute favorite bookstore in Indianapolis to pick up nonfiction. No Straight Road Takes You There by Rebecca Solnit encompasses everything I love about their collection: a prolific writer at a small press answering…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Chaos

  Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties

  O'Neill, Tom (Journalist),

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  [Indy Liberation Store] "CHAOS chronicles journalist Tom O'Neill's 20-year-long effort to discover the hows and whys behind the Manson Family murders. Starting as a simple magazine story, O'Neill's reporting draws him into a bizarre world in which…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• ¡Vamos!

  Let's Go Read!

  Raúl the Third, 1976-

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  [Indy Reads] " Indy Reads (a nonprofit organization and community bookstore in Fountain Square) champions the power of literacy and English as a second language through tuition-free classes for adults. Raúl the Third's ¡Vamos! Let's Go Read is…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Tattoo Murder Case

  Takagi, Akimitsu, 1920-1995

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  [Indy Type Shop] "I would totally believe that I could find any edition of this incredible whodunnit, first published in Japan in 1948 and just a few years ago reprinted in English with a new cover, at Indy Type Shop. The tattoo subculture of Japan…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Sourdough

  Sloan, Robin, 1979-

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  [Irvington Vinyl and Books] "Sourdough by Robin Sloan seems to be a perfect fit for Irvington Vinyl and Books. It is weird, beautiful, and has a strong sense of place. It is hyper local and modern while celebrating the analog and the simple joys. A…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Dear Bookstore

  Arrow, Emily,

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  [Kids Ink] "Dear Bookstore is a love letter to local bookstores and their special place in the community. A little girl shows us around her bookstore and all the magic inside of it. As she grows, so does her love for reading, and she shares with us…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• There's Always Next Year

  Johnson, Leah (Young adult author),

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  [Loudmouth] "Loudmouth is a book store that focuses on books "by, for, and about marginalized people" with an emphasis on banned books! I chose There's Always Next Year, written by the Loudmouth owner Leah Johnson, and George M. Johnson, author of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Spellshop

  Durst, Sarah Beth,

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  [Macarthur] "Macarthur Books has a diverse set of books but also has cozy, warm vibes the minutes you set inside. I chose The Spellshop by Sara Beth Durst which centers around a librarian who returns to her childhood town surrounded by her…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Little Devil in America

  Notes in Praise of Black Performance

  Abdurraqib, Hanif, 1983-

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  [Midwest Leak] Midwest Leak is more than just a reading room: it hosts a little bit of everything, from community health panels to exercise classes to tiny(ish) desk concerts. If you love Midwest Leak's commitment to Black culture, community, and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Little Women

  Alcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888,

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  [Pen & Pink] "Pen & Pink is a book store that sells primarily classic novels written by women. I visited the shop and after talking with the owner Laura, we decided that the book that captures the essence of Pen & Pink is Little Women by Louisa May…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Court of Thorns and Roses

  Maas, Sarah J.,

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  [Rose Romance] "I recently took a trip to Mooresville to visit Rose Romance Bookstore. After browsing the store for a bit, it hit me. The store reminds me of A Court of Thorns and Roses book series by Sarah J. Maas. It’s a lovely setting, like…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Sunflower Sisters

  a Novel

  Kelly, Martha Hall,

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  [Three Sisters] "Sunflower Sisters by Martha Hall Kelly tells the story of three women during the Civil War era, inspired by the real life Woolsey sisters. Despite the dark reality during that time, the women find hope, community, and courage to…Read moreRead more of this annotation