The Arcane Books and Speakeasy

The Arcane Books and Speakeasy The Arcane Books and Speakeasy is the perfect get away from the everyday.

Come in and try one of our signature cocktails or house blended coffees and check out the bookshop.
210 E Chatham St Cary NC

✨ Brunch & Books! ✨ Spend your morning with Alayna Ravenwood, the brilliant mind behind Eternal is the Night! Join us at...
09/21/2026

✨ Brunch & Books! ✨ Spend your morning with Alayna Ravenwood, the brilliant mind behind Eternal is the Night! Join us at The Arcane Books and Speakeasy on Sunday, October 4th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for an exclusive Book Signing & Brunch event.

Every ticket includes a copy of the book, your choice of a fresh mimosa, Bloody Mary or specialty coffee, and access to our spread of delicious brunch goodies to enjoy while you chat with Alayna and get your copy signed! 🥂☕️🥞

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today! Check out or website and scroll to Special Events.

Books, brews, and beautiful tunes. 📚✨ Spend your Saturday night wrapped in the cozy atmosphere of Arcane Books & Speakea...
09/19/2026

Books, brews, and beautiful tunes. 📚✨ Spend your Saturday night wrapped in the cozy atmosphere of Arcane Books & Speakeasy as we welcome the incredibly talented Kaylee Grace! Grab a drink, browse the shelves, and unwind to a soulful acoustic set.

🎤 Music starts at 7:00 PM

📍 See you there!

🚨 TODAY! Get your copy of The Assassin by Sarah Broom a full 3 days early, available exclusively at The Arcane Books and...
09/19/2026

🚨 TODAY! Get your copy of The Assassin by Sarah Broom a full 3 days early, available exclusively at The Arcane Books and Speakeasy!

Join us today from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM to meet author Sarah Broom, grab a signed copy of this amazing new dark romance, and collect exclusive art cards and bookmarks! Plus, sip on character-inspired specialty drinks like The Stallion (rye wh***ey, lemon, and lavender) or Marcus (iced cinnamon brown sugar shaken espresso).

Don’t miss out on this exclusive early release party—see you there! 📚🍸

Calling All Spooky, Mystery, & Thriller Creators! 🕷️📖Want to showcase your magical or thrilling creations at the ultimat...
09/18/2026

Calling All Spooky, Mystery, & Thriller Creators! 🕷️📖

Want to showcase your magical or thrilling creations at the ultimate autumn event? Applications are still open for our Spooky Season Market! We have a few spots still open. We are looking for authors and small business vendors who specialize in everything from cozy witchy vibes to dark, spine-chilling mysteries.

👑 Sponsored by:
🗓️ Market Date: Saturday, October 24th
⏰ Market Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Arcane Books and Speakeasy - 210 E Chatham St. Cary

Who We Are Looking For:
✍️ Authors: Writers of mystery, psychological thrillers, paranormal cozy mysteries, and witchy or spooky fiction!
🕯️ Candle Makers: Curators of eerie scents, dark academia vibes, and potion-themed wax melts.
📖 Artists & Designers: Creators of spooky bookmarks, horror/thriller stickers, and gothic bookish prints.
👜 Merch Vendors: Curators of custom sprayed-edge books, skull decor, or witchy tote bags and apparel.
🧁 Sweet Treats: Bakers making spooky themed goods to keep our readers fueled.

Spaces are limited, and we are curating a beautifully balanced mix of suspenseful, cozy, and magical creators. Don’t miss your chance to connect with a passionate community of local book lovers!

👉 How to Apply: go to our website (Go to vendor Application)
⏳ Deadline to Apply: 10-05-26

Tag your favorite spooky authors and bookish shops below to let them know applications are live! 🎃🕵️‍♂️🔮

Dust off your cartridges and warm up your controllers! 🎮👾Trivia night is back tomorrow at 7:00 PM at Arcane Books and Sp...
09/16/2026

Dust off your cartridges and warm up your controllers! 🎮👾

Trivia night is back tomorrow at 7:00 PM at Arcane Books and Speakeasy, and we are throwing it back to the golden era of retro video games!

Whether you're a master of the 8-bit classics, a fighting game champion, or a speedrunning expert, put your knowledge to the test.

We have cash prizes on the line for the top three gamers:
🥇 1st Place: $35
🥈 2nd Place: $25
🥉 3rd Place: $15

Grab your player two (or bring the whole squad), order a drink, and get ready to claim the high score. See you tomorrow night! 🕹️🍹

Looking for your next thrilling read? 📚✨Join us this Saturday, September 19th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Arcane Books ...
09/16/2026

Looking for your next thrilling read? 📚✨

Join us this Saturday, September 19th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Arcane Books and Speakeasy for an exclusive book signing with author Sarah Broome!

She will be celebrating her gripping new release, The Assassin. Come grab your copy, get it signed, and chat with Sarah about all things mystery and suspense.

Grab a drink, meet the author, and dive into a new obsession. See you there! 🍸✍️

Bye Bye Bye to your Wednesday boredom! 👋Join us for Battle of the Boy Bands Music Bingo this Wednesday, September 16th a...
09/16/2026

Bye Bye Bye to your Wednesday boredom! 👋

Join us for Battle of the Boy Bands Music Bingo this Wednesday, September 16th at 7:00 PM at The Arcane Books and Speakeasy.

We are playing three rounds of your favorite boy band hits—from BDS and NSYNC to One Direction and beyond. The winner of each round takes home a $25 gift card!

Grab your friends, grab a drink, and see who reigns supreme. See you there! 🍻📚

🚨 NEW RELEASE TUESDAY IS HERE! 🚨September 15 is officially dropping one of the heaviest-hitting release days of the year...
09/15/2026

🚨 NEW RELEASE TUESDAY IS HERE! 🚨

September 15 is officially dropping one of the heaviest-hitting release days of the year, and my TBR pile is in serious danger. 😂📚 Whether you are looking for mind-bending sci-fi, a jaw-dropping mystery, or a cozy autumn escape, today’s shelves have you covered.

Here is what is officially out TODAY:
🌌 Exit Party by Emily St. John Mandel (The Station Eleven author returns with an incredible parallel-timeline mystery!)
🔍 We Chase Shadows by Richard Osman (The start of a brand new detective series from the master of cozy mystery!)
🦴 Hollow Bones by Jodi Picoult (An emotional, gripping contemporary drama that you won't be able to put down.)
🧙‍♀️ Dead Beat by Leigh Bardugo (The highly anticipated conclusion to the Alex Stern / Ninth House trilogy!)
🍂 The Thoroughbreds by Elin Hilderbrand & Shelby Cunningham (Perfect high-society drama to kick off your fall reading.)
🥀 Grim Tidings by B.K. Borison (The perfect cozy paranormal romance to lean into the autumn vibes.)

👇 Which one are you grabbing from the bookstore first? Let me know in the comments!

⏰ LAST CALL! 🍸Got plans tonight? You do now. We still have a few open seats left for our Cocktail Class at Arcane Books ...
09/14/2026

⏰ LAST CALL! 🍸

Got plans tonight? You do now. We still have a few open seats left for our Cocktail Class at Arcane Books & Speakeasy!

Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Price: $60
What’s included: Mix up (and drink!) 3 custom cocktails + enjoy delicious charcuterie.

Snag your tickets right now on the front page of our website under the "Events" section on our home page. See you at the bar! ✨

Get ready for an exclusive bookish meetup! 📚🍸Join us at The Arcane Books and Speakeasy this Saturday, September 19th, fr...
09/14/2026

Get ready for an exclusive bookish meetup! 📚🍸

Join us at The Arcane Books and Speakeasy this Saturday, September 19th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM for the early release of The Assassin by Sarah Broom!

Meet the author, chat all things bookish, and grab your copy a full three days before the official release.

To celebrate, we are shaking up two specialty drinks inspired by the characters:

The Stallion: A sleek rye wh***ey, lemon, and lavender cocktail.

Marcus: A refreshing iced cinnamon brown sugar shaken espresso.

Whether you want a kick of caffeine or a cozy cocktail, we have your perfect pairing. See you there!

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210 E Chatham Street
Cary, NC
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