Main Street Books

Main Street Books Independent bookshop in historic downtown Lafayette, Indiana selling new & used books & quirky gifts.

Main Street Books is an independent bookstore in historic downtown Lafayette, Indiana. We are purveyors of new, used and remainder books and feature a large selection of science fiction, fantasy, and mystery, as well as general fiction. We host free events including author signings and discussions, children's story and craft times, and artist receptions.

I forgot to post our new releases between dodging rainstorms yesterday, but there's quite a few exciting new reads this ...
08/12/2026

I forgot to post our new releases between dodging rainstorms yesterday, but there's quite a few exciting new reads this week! Lots of romance, including the indie exclusive cover of Devil by Sierra Simone and a sumptuous new read from Olivie Blake

Kel supports women's rights and wrongs. Check out this new South Korean thriller about a serene plant shop owner who may...
08/10/2026

Kel supports women's rights and wrongs. Check out this new South Korean thriller about a serene plant shop owner who may or may not moonlight as a vigilante.

Sometimes you get so obsessed with a show that you read the entire book series and make your teenage nephew make a pit s...
08/10/2026

Sometimes you get so obsessed with a show that you read the entire book series and make your teenage nephew make a pit stop to the place where they filmed THAT scene because you saw that you were within 20 minutes anyway.
And all that started with words on a page by the lovely Rachel Reid Words are so powerful, and we are so lucky every day to exist in a world of stories. If you're waiting for the next book, same!

Just making some late night magic happen at Main Street Books. Surprise!!!! $5 book flash sale when we open Saturday at ...
08/08/2026

Just making some late night magic happen at Main Street Books. Surprise!!!! $5 book flash sale when we open Saturday at 9!

As usual the first week of the month is LOADED with new books! Take a peek at some we're amped for this week! What books...
08/05/2026

As usual the first week of the month is LOADED with new books! Take a peek at some we're amped for this week! What books are you excited to pick up this month?

Waldo Day is here! If you found 20 or more Waldo's around town during July, join us at three for fun and treats and the ...
08/01/2026

Waldo Day is here! If you found 20 or more Waldo's around town during July, join us at three for fun and treats and the grand prize drawing! We've got NINE amazing prize packages!! Some of our partners also have specials today!

All the Waldo prizes have been assembled, and there's so much great stuff you can win! From Waldo books, to plants, to c...
07/31/2026

All the Waldo prizes have been assembled, and there's so much great stuff you can win! From Waldo books, to plants, to candles, to coffee mugs, and SO MANY gift cards! Turn in your Waldo passport before 3 PM tomorrow for you chance at these amazing prizes!

Maybe we'll see you there, but we'll be closed from 5-6 PM Today July 29 so our team can attend our Small Business of th...
07/29/2026

Maybe we'll see you there, but we'll be closed from 5-6 PM Today July 29 so our team can attend our Small Business of the Month celebration!

It's a surprisingly robust last Tuesday of the month, with a good mix of romance, fantasy, and so much more hitting the...
07/28/2026

It's a surprisingly robust last Tuesday of the month, with a good mix of romance, fantasy, and so much more hitting the shelves this week! Tell us what books you are excited for this week!

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Address

426 Main Street
Lafayette, IN
47901

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+17657674607

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