Enter to Win 3 Books About Nashville!
1 – McKay’s Nashville
Used Books
A vast emporium offering used books, music, movies, and games. Customers can buy, sell, or trade items, making it a haven for bargain hunters. Fun fact: McKay’s allows customers to exchange items for store credit.
2 – Barnes & Noble
New Books
A national chain bookstore providing a wide selection of new books, magazines, and gifts, Barnes & Noble traces its roots back to 1886, making it one of the oldest bookstores in the U.S.
3 – Parnassus Books
New Books
Co-owned by author Ann Patchett, this independent bookstore offers a curated selection of new titles and literary events. The store is named after Mount Parnassus, the home of literature and learning in Greek mythology.
4 – Vanderbilt Bookstore
New Books
Located on Vanderbilt University’s campus, it supplies textbooks, university apparel, and general reading materials. The bookstore often hosts events featuring prominent authors and scholars.
5 – Books-A-Million
New Books
A large chain bookstore offering a vast array of new books, magazines, toys, and gifts. Founded in 1917 as a street corner newsstand in Florence, Alabama, it’s now the second-largest bookstore chain in the U.S.
6 – Alkebu-Lan Images
New Books
Specializing in African and African-American literature, this store offers books, art, and health and beauty products. Did you know? “Alkebu-Lan” is one of the oldest indigenous names for Africa.
7 – Half Price Books
Used Books
A family-owned chain selling used books, movies, and music at affordable prices. Half Price Books is the largest family-owned new and used bookstore chain in the United States.
8 – Draconis Arcanum
New Books
A specialty store focusing on metaphysical and occult literature, catering to niche interests with a selection of books, supplies, and workshops. The store’s name translates to “Dragon’s Secret.”
9 – The Bookshop
New Books
A cozy East Nashville nook offering a curated selection of beautiful books for discerning readers. The Bookshop is known for its annual reading challenge, encouraging patrons to explore diverse genres.
10 – St. Mary’s Bookstore and Church Supply
New Books
A cornerstone of Nashville’s Catholic community since 1948, offering a vast selection of religious materials, including Bibles, prayer books, and devotional items, along with church supplies.
11 – Rhino Books
Used Books
Known for its eclectic collection, Rhino Books offers gently used and rare books in a nostalgic setting. Established in 2002, the bookstore also features a selection of vintage vinyl records.
12 – Novelette Booksellers
New Books
A vibrant bookstore in East Nashville offering a curated selection of fiction and non-fiction by diverse authors, along with graphic novels. Novelette Booksellers also hosts monthly themed book clubs.
13 – Elder’s Bookstore
Used Books
Nashville’s oldest bookstore, specializing in rare and collectible books with a rich history. Founded in 1930, Elder’s Bookstore has been a family-owned business for over 90 years.
14 – Nashville Toys and Books
New Books
A delightful shop combining a love for reading with a passion for play, offering a range of children’s books and educational toys for all ages. The store also frequently hosts interactive storytime sessions.
15 – Tennessee State University Bookstore
New Books
Providing textbooks, university apparel, and supplies for Tennessee State University students. Beyond academics, the bookstore showcases works by TSU alumni authors.
16 – 21st Century Christian Bookstore
New Books
Specializes in Christian literature and church supplies, offering resources for Bible study, teaching materials, and religious gifts. The store publishes its own Bible school curriculum, used by congregations nationwide.
17 – Logos Christian Bookstore
New Books
A religious bookstore offering a wide range of Christian literature, gifts, and educational materials. “Logos” is a Greek term meaning “Word,” signifying the store’s dedication to biblical teachings.
18 – The Spine Bookshop
New Books
A modern bookstore with a focus on contemporary literature, attracting a younger crowd with vibrant events and a curated selection of titles. The Spine Bookshop’s name is a playful nod to both the physical spine of a book and the backbone of storytelling.
19 – Nashville State Community College Bookstore
New Books
Provides textbooks, school supplies, and college merchandise for students and faculty of Nashville State Community College, and the wider Nashville community.
20 – Fairytales Bookstore
New Books
An enchanting children’s bookstore with a vast collection of books, educational toys, and crafts. Fairytales Bookstore often hosts local storytimes and collaborates with local artists.
21 – Defunct Books
Used Books
Specializes in used, out-of-print, rare, and collectible books. Established in Iowa City in 2003, it relocated to Nashville’s Five Points neighborhood in 2015.
22 – The Green Ray
New Books
The Green Ray Books is an independent online bookstore specializing in rare and out-of-print books. They offer a curated selection of vintage and collectible titles across various genres.
23 – Bound Booksellers & Gifts
New Books
A locally owned boutique children’s bookstore offering a curated collection of new books from picture books to young adult, along with select adult titles.
24 – Taylor Street Art and Books
New Books
A micro-store in Nashville’s Germantown co-owned by artist Danielle Taylor and author Brian Kannard, TSAB offers curated books and original art, as well as events.
