Independent Bookstores in Florida
Discover 125 independent bookstores in Florida on BookQuest. Browse hours, upcoming author events, and check in to earn points as you explore.
Upcoming book events in Florida
The next 6 upcoming author events, readings, and signings.
- Book Signing: Laura BishopSun, Aug 9, 4:00 PMat Love Story Book Co. in Tallahassee
- Author Signing: Caryn Hacker-Buechel - The General's PrincessSat, Aug 15, 5:00 PMat Flutterbuy Books and More in Cape Coral
- Author Signing: Hiliary Amanda - Truths We BurySat, Sep 19, 5:00 PMat Flutterbuy Books and More in Cape Coral
- Author Signing: James D. Brewer - Blood at the WhistlestopSat, Sep 26, 5:00 PMat Flutterbuy Books and More in Cape Coral
- ACOTAR Midnight Release PartyTue, Oct 27, 2:00 AMat Love Story Book Co. in Tallahassee
- Author Signing: Kate Danaher - Unstoppable: The Victoria Woodhull StorySat, Oct 31, 5:00 PMat Flutterbuy Books and More in Cape Coral
Bookstores in Florida
- Flutterbuy Books and MoreCape CoralFlutterbuy Books and More is a locally owned indie bookstore in Cape Coral, FL — the city's only dedicated bookshop. Ne…4 upcoming events
- Love Story Book Co.TallahasseeTallahassee's romance-focused indie bookstore, specializing exclusively in romance novels (including romantasy/fantasy…2 upcoming events
- 2nd and CharlesGainesville2nd and Charles in Gainesville, FL, is located at 2601 NW 13th St. The store specializes in buying and selling a variet…
- AALBC.comTampaAALBC.com (African American Literature Book Club) in Tampa, FL, is the oldest and largest website dedicated to books by…
- Adventist Book CenterHigh SpringsThe Adventist Book Center in High Springs, FL, located at Camp Kulaqua, provides a variety of Christian literature, Bib…
- All Booked UpThe VillagesAll Booked Up is an independent bookstore in The Villages, Florida, serving the community since 2002. Located in Colony…
- Bitter End BooksOldsmarBitter End Books is an independent bookshop in Oldsmar, Florida, which originated at the Oldsmar Flea Market. It specia…
- Black Community Cafe & BookstorePensacolaBlack Community Cafe & Bookstore in Pensacola, Florida, provides a community space for youth, adults, and entrepreneurs…
- Black Rose BookshopOrange CityBlack Rose Bookshop in Orange City, Florida, is an independent bookstore specializing in romance, with a focus on dark…
- Blackbird Comics and CoffeehouseMaitlandBlackbird Comics & Coffeehouse in Maitland, FL, is an Eisner Spirit Award-winning shop combining a full-service cafe wi…
- Blinking Owl BooksFort MyersBlinking Owl Books is a queer, veteran, and woman-owned independent bookstore in Fort Myers, Florida. Located in a yell…
- Bodacious Bookstore & CafePensacolaBodacious Bookstore & Cafe in Pensacola, Florida, is an independent bookstore offering a curated selection of literatur…
- Book + BottleSt.PetersburgBook + Bottle in St. Petersburg, FL, is an independent, woman-owned bookstore and wine bar. This local hub combines a b…
- Book Gallery WestGainesvilleEstablished in 1983, Book Gallery West is an independent, locally owned bookstore in Gainesville, Florida. The shop off…
- Bookish BoutiquePanama CityBookish Boutique is a charming bookstore and wine bar in Panama City, Florida, located at 456 Harrison Ave. The shop fe…
- Books & BooksCoral GablesBooks & Books in Coral Gables, FL, is a premier independent bookstore and cafe located in a historic 1927 building. The…
- Books & BooksCoconut GroveBooks & Books in Coconut Grove, FL, is a community-focused independent bookstore located on Main Highway. The shop feat…
- Books & Books at Bal Harbour ShopsBal HarbourBooks & Books at Bal Harbour Shops in Bal Harbour, Florida, is an independent bookstore offering a curated collection o…
- Books & Books at Miami International AirportMiamiBooks & Books at Miami International Airport in Miami, FL, is a locally owned independent bookstore located in Concours…
- Books & Books at the StudiosKey WestBooks & Books @ The Studios of Key West is a nonprofit, independent bookstore in Key West, Florida. Affiliated with the…
- Books on ThirdNaplesBooks on Third is an independent bookstore in Naples, Florida, founded by residents Shan and Lindsay. Located on histor…
- Books-A-MillionDaytona BeachBooks-A-Million in Daytona Beach, FL, is located in the Volusia Mall at Space 500. This large bookstore offers an exten…
- Books-A-MillionMelbourneBooks-A-Million in Melbourne, FL, located at The Avenue Viera, is a prime destination for book lovers to explore books,…
- Books-A-MillionTallahasseeBooks-A-Million in Tallahassee, Florida, located at 3521-E Thomasville Road, offers a wide selection of books, magazine…
- Bookstore 1 SarasotaSarasotaBookstore1Sarasota is an independent shop located in Sarasota, FL. Founded in 2011 by Georgia Court, it offers a wide s…
- Bookwyrm Bookshop LLCOrlandoWe are a woman-owned and operated small business, bringing you a carefully curated collection of the best bookish items…
- Buc StoreFort MyersThe Buc Store in Fort Myers, FL, is the official bookstore for Florida SouthWestern State College at the Lee Campus. Lo…
- Cafe ResistanceJacksonvilleCafe Resistance is a Black-owned bookstore and community hub in Jacksonville, Florida, founded by State Rep. Angie Nixo…
- CandleLit BooksJacksonvilleCandleLit Books is a romance bookstore in Jacksonville, Florida, that offers an immersive sensory experience for reader…
- Cheshire's BooksRiverviewCheshire's Books is a female-owned pop-up bookstore serving Riverview, FL, and the Tampa Bay area. Now based within Fir…
- Citrus and Sage BookshopBrooksvilleCitrus & Sage Bookshop in Brooksville, FL, is a community-focused indie bookstore specializing in fiction. Located in h…
- Common Ground BooksTallahasseCommon Ground Books is a radical bookstore in Tallahassee, Florida, specializing in LGBT+, feminist, and banned books.…
- Common Ground BooksTallahasseeCommon Ground Books in Tallahassee, FL, is a radical neighborhood bookstore specializing in LGBT+, feminist, and banned…
- Copperfish BooksPunta GordaCopperfish Books is a full-service independent bookstore in Punta Gorda, Florida. Founded in 2012, the shop offers a cu…
- Crash BookshopLakelandCrash Bookshop is a community bookstore in Lakeland, FL, that operates as a pop-up and online shop. Located inside the…
- Daytona Books & MetaphysicsDaytona BeachDaytona Books & Metaphysics in Daytona Beach, FL, features a large selection of new and used books, spiritual jewelry,…
- Dragon's Den Books LLCArcadiaDragon's Den Books LLC in Arcadia, Florida, is an independent bookstore located in the historic Pink Building. Owned by…
- Embargoed EditionsWest Palm BeachEmbargoed Editions is a mission-driven pop-up bookstore in West Palm Beach, FL, centering banned books and diverse narr…
- Ersula's History ShopTampaErsula's History Shop in Tampa, FL, is a bookstore and museum-like destination specializing in Black history, local lor…
- Family Book ShopDeLandThe Family Book Shop is an independent bookstore in DeLand, FL, that has served the community for over 40 years. It off…
- Fern and Fable Books, LLCOrmond BeachFern and Fable Books is a local independent bookstore in Ormond Beach, FL. Founded by Rayna Dunlop, the shop features a…
- FIT BooksOcoeeFIT Books in Ocoee, Florida, is a locally owned Christian bookstore providing a large selection of Bibles, theology boo…
- Friends of Dunnellon Public Library Book StoreOcalaFriends of the Dunnellon Public Library Book Store in Dunnellon, FL, is a non-profit shop located within the library. T…
- Goodwill Book StoreTallahasseeGoodwill Book Store, also known as Bucklake Bookstore, is a specialized retail location in Tallahassee, FL. Part of Goo…
- Gray's College BookstoreTampaGray's College Bookstore in Tampa, FL, is a locally owned and operated shop serving the University of South Florida com…
- Happy Hearth BooksDeLandHappy Hearth Books in DeLand, FL, is a pop-up bookshop that specializes in rescued used books and Blind Dates with a Bo…
- Happy Medium Books CaféJacksonvilleHappy Medium Books Café in Jacksonville, FL, is a woman-owned indie bookstore and café located in Historic Riverside. I…
- hello again booksCocoaHello Again Books is a woman and LGBTQ+ owned bookstore in Cocoa, FL. Located in historic Cocoa Village, the shop offer…
- Idle Reader LLCPensacolaThe Idle Reader is an indie bookstore in Pensacola, FL, located within Mrs. Jones Cold Brew. It offers a curated collec…
- Inchstone BooksNew Port RicheyInchstone Books is an independent bookstore in New Port Richey, FL. The shop offers a curated selection of stories for…
- Inklings Book ShoppeLakelandInklings Book Shoppe is an independent bookstore in Lakeland, Florida, that has served the community since 1975. Former…
- Inklings Book Shoppe (Bartow)BartowInklings Book Shoppe (Bartow) is an independent bookstore located on the second level of Unfiltered Coffee Shop in Bart…
- Kuumba Books and CafeWimaumaKuumba Books and Cafe in Wimauma, Florida, is an independent bookstore and community cafe. The establishment serves as…
- MacIntosh Books and PaperSanibelMacIntosh Books and Paper in Sanibel, FL, is an independent bookshop founded in 1960. Located at 1620 Periwinkle Way, t…
- Midnight Moon BooksSt. AugustineMidnight Moon Books and Boutique is a female-owned independent bookstore in St. Augustine, Florida. Opened in July 2025…
- Midtown ReaderTallahasseeMidtown Reader is an independent bookstore in Tallahassee, Florida, opened by Sally Bradshaw in November 2016. Located…
- Mojo Books & MusicTampaMojo Books & Records is Tampa Bay’s largest independent book and record store, located in Tampa, FL. Since opening in 2…
- Mojo Books & RecordsTampaMojo Books & Records in Tampa, FL, is the region's largest independent book and record store. Opened in 2007, it offers…
- Moonstruck MarketMelbourneMoonstruck Market is an inclusive new and used bookstore in Melbourne, FL. It offers a selection of used titles and cur…
- Needful Books and ThingsSt. AugustineNeedful Books and Things is an independent bookstore in St. Augustine, FL, specializing in mystery, fantasy, fiction, a…
- Nefertiti Books and GiftsJacksonvilleNefertiti Books and Gifts in Jacksonville, FL, is a cultural bookstore founded in 1990 by Naseem and Naseema Maat. Rece…
- No Shelf ControlSaint AugustineNo Shelf Control is a veteran and woman-owned boutique bookstore in Saint Augustine, FL, featuring over 4,000 new and p…
- Novel in the NeighborhoodNew Port RicheyNovel in the Neighborhood is a family-owned independent bookstore in New Port Richey, FL. The shop features over 6,000…
- Novel Tea Book ShopOrmond BeachNovel Tea Book Shop in Ormond Beach, FL, is an independent bookstore and loose leaf tea shop. Located in a historic bui…
- Onyx Gifts and BooksMelbourneOnyx Gifts and Books in Melbourne, FL, is a boutique bookstore co-founded by Carol Watson and Akili Phillips. Located o…
- Open BooksPensacolaOpen Books in Pensacola, Florida, is a nonprofit, volunteer-run bookstore and community project. The used bookstore fea…
- Oxford ExchangeTampaOxford Exchange in Tampa, Florida, is a multi-use destination housed in a restored 1891 building. The curated bookstore…
- Park Ave CDsOrlandoPark Ave CDs in Orlando, FL, is an independent music emporium and bookstore offering new and used CDs, LPs, books, DVDs…
- Pensacola State College BookstorePensacolaThe Pensacola State College Bookstore in Pensacola, FL, serves the college community with locations on the Pensacola an…
- Perfect Day BooksPensacolaPerfect Day Books in Pensacola, FL, is a mobile indie bookstore operating out of a renovated truck. Founded by Hannah B…
- Portkey BooksSafety HarborPortkey Books is an independent bookstore in Safety Harbor, FL, owned by Crystel Calderon. The shop offers a curated se…
- Pressed LKLDLakelandPressed Books & Coffee is an independent bookstore and cafe in downtown Lakeland, Florida. Founded in 2021, it provides…
- Pyramid BooksBoynton BeachPyramid Books is an African-American owned bookstore in Boynton Beach, FL, specializing in literature by and about the…
- Raptis Rare BooksPalm BeachRaptis Rare Books in Palm Beach, FL, is an antiquarian book firm specializing in fine first editions, signed and inscri…
- Rohi's ReaderyWest Palm BeachRohi's Readery in West Palm Beach, FL, is a social justice-driven children's bookstore and learning center. Located in…
- Roots Bookstore and MarketMiamiRoots Bookstore and Market in Miami, FL, is a Black-owned community bookstore and sanctuary focused on Black storytelli…
- Sage & DragonflyDeFuniak SpringsSage & Dragonfly is a bookshop and gallery in historic DeFuniak Springs, Florida. The shop features a curated selection…
- Salt & Story, LLCNICEVILLESalt & Story, LLC is an independent bookstore in Niceville, Florida, offering a curated selection of books, literary gi…
- San Marco Books and MoreJacksonvilleSan Marco Books and More is a family-owned independent bookstore in Jacksonville, Florida. Established in 1972, the sho…
- Sandman Book CompanyPunta GordaSandman Book Company is a family-owned independent bookstore established in 2006 in Punta Gorda, Florida. The shop offe…
- Scratch Ankle Books and MoreMiltonScratch Ankle Books and More is the only bookstore in Milton, FL, offering a large selection of new and used books. The…
- Shelf Indulgence Used Book CafeSarasotaShelf Indulgence Used Book Cafe in Sarasota, FL, is a cozy used bookstore and cafe. It features a collection of used, r…
- Skull & Books VRCocoa BeachSkull & Books VR in Cocoa Beach, FL, is a veteran-owned business that blends a used bookstore with a virtual reality ar…
- Small Town StoriesLutzSmall Town Stories is an independent bookstore in Lutz, Florida, that champions self-published and small press authors.…
- Spellbound BookstoreSanfordSpellbound Bookstore in Sanford, Florida, is a woman-owned and Latina-owned independent bookshop. Located in Historic D…
- Spiral CircleOrlandoSpiral Circle Bookstore & More is a women-owned metaphysical shop in Orlando, FL. Founded in 1975, Orlando's oldest boo…
- Steamy LitFort LauderdaleSteamy Lit in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is a romance-only bookstore and literary collective. Founded by Mel Saavedra, the sh…
- Steamy LitMiami SpringsSteamy Lit in Miami Springs, FL, is a literary collective and bookstore dedicated to celebrating diversity in romance.…
- Steamy LitTampaSteamy Lit in Tampa, FL, is a dedicated romance bookstore and literary collective that celebrates diversity. The shop f…
- Stetson University BookstoreDeLandThe Stetson University Bookstore in DeLand, Florida, is the official campus shop located in the Carlton Union Building.…
- Story & Song Bookstore BistroFernandina BeachStory & Song Bookstore Bistro in Fernandina Beach, FL, is a community-focused hub on Amelia Island. This independent bo…
- Sundog BooksSanta Rosa BeachSundog Books is an independent bookstore located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Established in 1986 by Bob and Linda Whi…
- Sunshine Book CoClermontSunshine Book Co. is a local independent bookstore located at 647 Lake Ave in Clermont, FL. Operated by the Merrick fam…
- TASCHENMiami BeachTASCHEN in Miami Beach, FL, is a sleek and stylish bookstore located in the heart of South Beach. Housed in the landmar…
- TBS ComicsPensacolaTBS Comics has served Northwest Florida since 1985, with its Pensacola, FL location offering a wide selection of comics…
- The Book LoftFernandina BeachThe Book Loft in Fernandina Beach, FL, is a charming independent bookstore located in the heart of historic Amelia Isla…
- The Book LoungeSt. PetersburgThe Book Lounge is a cozy fiction bookstore in St. Petersburg, FL, specializing in romance, fantasy, and mystery genres…
- The Book MarkNeptune BeachThe BookMark is an independent bookstore in Neptune Beach, FL, located at 220 First Street. This local shop features a…
- The Book Rack of Fort Walton Beach, Inc.Fort Walton BeachThe Book Rack of Fort Walton Beach, Inc. in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, is an independent bookstore specializing in new…
- The Book RescuersClearwaterThe Book Rescuers in Largo, FL, is a used bookstore and rehoming specialist dedicated to keeping media out of landfills…
- The Book ShackDade CityFounded in 1979, The Book Shack is a family-owned bookstore in Dade City, FL. The shop offers a large selection of new…
- The Bookdragon's Lair BookstorePort CharlotteThe Bookdragon's Lair Bookstore in Port Charlotte, Florida, is a cozy, woman-owned bookstore featuring a curated select…
- The Bookish Flower BookstoreLakelandThe Bookish Flower Bookstore in Lakeland, FL, is an independent shop on Frank Lloyd Wright Way. Owned by Chelsea Rosas,…
- The Crystal GardenBoynton BeachThe Crystal Garden in Boynton Beach, FL, is a conscious living store and spiritual center founded in 1988. The showroom…
- The Gilded PageTarpon SpringsThe Gilded Page is an indie bookstore in downtown Tarpon Springs, Florida, that opened in 2023. It specializes in new r…
- The Hidden Lantern BookstoreRosemary BeachThe Hidden Lantern Bookstore in Rosemary Beach, FL, is a curated independent bookstore that opened in 2011. Located on…
- The Island BookshopVeniceThe Island Bookshop is an independent bookstore located in downtown historic Venice, Florida. Owners Aimee and Michael…
- The Literary LoungeJacksonvilleThe Literary Lounge is a cozy, teacher-owned independent bookstore in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.…
- The LynxGainesvilleThe Lynx is a general-interest independent bookstore in Gainesville, Florida, founded by author Lauren Groff. The shop…
- The Lynx BooksGainesvilleThe Lynx Books is a general-interest bookstore in Gainesville, Florida, located within South Main Station. The shop spe…
- The New RomanticsOrlandoThe New Romantics is a romance-only bookstore in Orlando, FL. This Latina-owned independent shop in Audubon Park featur…
- The Next Chapter BookshopJacksonvilleThe Next Chapter Bookshop is a locally owned independent bookstore in the Shoppes of Avondale in Jacksonville, FL. The…
- The Paper Hare BooksSt. AugustineThe Paper Hare Book Truck is a cozy mobile bookstore bringing stories, community, and a love of reading to neighborhood…
- The Paperback ExchangePort RicheyThe Paperback Exchange in Port Richey, FL, is a locally owned bookstore established in 1979 and owned by Joanie and Tam…
- The Story GardenSt. PetersburgThe Story Garden is a locally owned independent children's bookstore in St. Petersburg, FL. Located in Historic Uptown,…
- The Story Room CollectiveOrlandoThe Story Room Collective is a cozy independent bookstore in Orlando, FL, located within Van Goghblin Cafe. They specia…
- The TideBoca GrandeThe Tide is a quaint bookstore in Boca Grande, FL, located in the Old Theatre building. Opened in 2019, it offers a cur…
- The Writer's Block BookstoreWinter ParkThe Writer's Block Bookstore is a full-service independent bookseller in Winter Park, Florida. Serving Central Florida…
- Tombolo BooksSaint PetersburgTombolo Books is a locally owned, independent bookstore in Saint Petersburg, FL. Located in the Grand Central District,…
- Tombolo BooksSt. PetersburgTombolo Books is a locally owned, independent bookstore in St. Petersburg, FL. Located in the Grand Central District, t…
- Turtle and Bea Book BoutiqueEdgewaterTurtle and Bea Book Boutique in Edgewater, Florida, specializes in unique book selections and curated gifts. Inspired b…
- Vero Beach Book CenterVero BeachThe Vero Beach Book Center is a family-owned independent bookstore in Vero Beach, Florida. Established in 1975, it offe…
- Walls of Books OviedoOviedoWalls of Books Oviedo in Oviedo, FL, is a family and veteran-owned bookstore opened in 2019. The shop offers a wide sel…
- William Chrisant & Sons' Old Florida BookshopFort LauderdaleWilliam Chrisant & Sons' Old Florida Bookshop in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, specializes in rare books, antique maps, and…
- Wilson's Book WorldSaint PetersburgFounded in 1971, Wilson's Book World is a family-owned and operated used and antiquarian bookshop in Saint Petersburg,…