Away With Words

10/12/2026

Today we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We encourage you to learn more about their histories and stories.

10/07/2026

We've got some different hours for some of this week - plus a fun announcement - please welcome our new bookseller, Sarah! Thank you for your understanding that we have a small staff and sometimes have to be closed. If you miss us, you can come visit us (and catch some amazing short films) at the Poulsbo Film Festival all weekend long.

10/05/2026

Our next book besties night is right around the corner! Will we see you there? As always, supplies are free - and we'll have books, snacks, and bevvies for purchase - plus a chance to get some permanent friendship bracelets. Grab your crew and come out for a bookish good time!

10/02/2026

Pretty freaking cool to see our name in print from such a prestigious publication! This interview for The Guardian US was such a fun chat, and we treasure our book club SO much.

Book clubs can be fun, fulfilling and interesting – but many members have seen a meeting or group go down in flames

09/30/2026

Calling all Emma M. Lion fans! We are so excited to announce we will be hosting a very fancy tea party for the upcoming release of Vol. 9 - don't worry, if you haven't started the series, you've got plenty of time... this party isn't until February. But, save the date and start planning your outfit - tickets and full details to come.

Thank you to our author bestie Julie Farley for the suggestion. 💚💙

09/18/2026

For October book club, we are reading The Storytellers Death by Ann Dávila Cardinal. A wonderful book to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, this story also has a thriller aspect, perfect for October. Join us at Ty's W**e and Brew for an evening of conversation with fellow book lovers!

09/17/2026

We’re planning ahead… like WAY ahead but we’re too excited not to share. This preorder is the perfect gift to give yourself for the holidays to have something to look forward to in the big grey dark of January. Also, the perfect gift for your book bestie for any occasion between now and the release 😉

Join us for a sleepover themed night of bookish fun at Ty’s W**e and Brew 🩷📚🍷 more details to come- but save the date and grab your ticket early so you don’t miss out!

09/08/2026

New releases for the week!

What are you most excited for?

09/06/2026

Local Author Spotlight! Kimberly Shrack’s debut children’s picture book “Spooky Scouts” arrived at the shop and she stopped in to sign them.

About the book:
When a camping trip falls under the full moon, wolf girl Luna schemes to hide her transformation from fellow spooky scouts in this sweet and playfully subversive debut.

Author & Illustrator: Kimberly Shrack

Thanks to our community for continuing to support our local authors!

09/04/2026

Don’t walk…RUN to get your handmade Jimothy ceramics made by Starla here at the shop! Ornaments and magnets now in stock.

Also, many thanks to everyone for their continued support of our business here in downtown Poulsbo. We are forever grateful to the artisans and authors who make our shop a special place to be.

Oh, and cheers to Jimothy!