Malaprop's Bookstore
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$$Malaprop's Bookstore is an independent bookstore and cafe featuring a curated selection of literature and a cozy coffee shop area. long_description_potoo
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Sep 17·6:00 PM
Join host and Malaprop’s bookseller, Patricia Furnish, to discuss a range of books across different periods of history. This book club tackles the challenging subjects where there are few heroes,...
Sep 20·5:00 PM
Join us in-store for the September installment of Writers at Home! This event is sponsored by UNC Asheville's Great Smokies Writing Program and will feature readings from NitaJade and Doug Ramspeck.
Sep 24·6:00 PM
Join us in-store when Eastern Tennessee author Erin Miller Reid presents her debut novel, But for Fortune, in conversation with local author Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle.
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What to get
The cafe serves locally roasted coffee alongside tasty treats sourced from area bakeries. You can pair your drink with various pastries while browsing the aisles.food_potoo
What's the vibe
The space feels like a nostalgic slice of the late 90s, offering a relaxed environment with tables perfect for sipping coffee and reading. It is a community-centric atmosphere where people gather for author events and quiet conversation.ambiance_potoo
What people are saying
Visitors love the charming, nostalgic atmosphere and the ability to relax with a cafe drink while browsing the curated book collections.reviews_potoo
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Details
Downtown
55 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801
About
Founded in 1982, this shop has maintained a long-standing reputation as the heart and soul of the local community. It earned high praise from writer Ann Patchett, who noted the shop has remained true to its identity since the town's sleepy hippie era.story_potoo