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Best in City

Top 7 Local Bookstores With Unique Selections and Community Events

Last year, Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe in Asheville hosted over 200 community events, from author readings to poetry slams.

Hannah Pierce·May 5, 2026
Interior of a bustling independent bookstore with overflowing bookshelves, cozy reading nooks, and patrons browsing books.
Community

Independent Bookstores Thrive: Hundreds Open as Community Hubs Grow

In 2025, approximately 422 new independent bookshops opened across the country, marking a significant 31% increase from the previous year, according to theguardian .

Derek Molina·April 22, 2026