The Book Inn

The Book Inn We opened in 1979 to sell books at 40% off the original cover price. We also sell Kittrell’s local honey and have over 75 different solar dancers.

We have audio books, cook books, kids/young adult books,some new books and vintage/antique books. Opened in 1979 by Tom & Ann Conley then purchased by Diana Caldwell in July of 1986. The current owner Coleen Avritt started working here in August of 1987 and purchased The Book Inn in June 2014. We still sell 95% of our books at 40% off the cover price and some even more than 40%. We have audio boo

ks at 50% off. We have a large childrens/young adult section. Our others sections are weird plots, fiction, mystery, historical fiction, western, romance, historical romance, paranormal romance, classics, true crime, non-fiction(war, biography ,religion, health). We also have started selling the cutest solar figures. We do not buy books but we do trade 2 for 1 by category and price.

We are open today 9am-5pm.
09/07/2026

We are open today 9am-5pm.

Unfortunately we had to close early today. We apologize for the inconvenience. We will reopen at 9am tomorrow morning.
08/28/2026

Unfortunately we had to close early today. We apologize for the inconvenience. We will reopen at 9am tomorrow morning.

08/04/2026

Save on your next read at The Book Inn Inc. (Samantha Lindell) - used bookstore. Let’s get some recommendations going. Which books were your favorite this summer?

Did you know we have several deep discount sections on top of our already discounted prices?
07/27/2026

Did you know we have several deep discount sections on top of our already discounted prices?

We will be opening late this morning. So sorry for any inconvenience.
07/14/2026

We will be opening late this morning. So sorry for any inconvenience.

Such an amazing program.
07/08/2026

Such an amazing program.

📚🤠 Thank you to The Book Inn for supporting the 28th Annual Professional Rodeo as a Role Model Sponsor!

A Fairhope favorite since 1979, The Book Inn has been connecting readers with great books for generations. From bestsellers and audiobooks to children's books, cookbooks, and unique vintage finds, there's something for everyone on their shelves. You can even pick up local Kittrell's honey and browse their collection of more than 75 solar dancers while you're there!

We're grateful for their support of the rodeo and the Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation's mission to promote mental wellness and resilience for youth in our community. Be sure to stop by and support this wonderful local business!

We have a good size hunting, fishing, sailing and nature section.
07/06/2026

We have a good size hunting, fishing, sailing and nature section.

We will be open late Friday July 3 and regular hours on July 4th.
06/30/2026

We will be open late Friday July 3 and regular hours on July 4th.

Where are all of our   fans? We now have over 30 of his but they will not last long.
06/22/2026

Where are all of our fans? We now have over 30 of his but they will not last long.

Happy Memorial Day. We are open until 5pm.
05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day. We are open until 5pm.

Address

15 S Section Street
Fairhope, AL
36532

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12519283664

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