Penguin Bookshop

Penguin Bookshop Your Community Bookstore, Since 1929 Since 1929, the Penguin Bookshop has been a fixture in the heart of Sewickley, PA. We hope to see you soon!
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Though having been located in various storefronts throughout town over the years, the Penguin has been kept alive through the loyalty of its customers and the passion of its booksellers. We offer an extensive collection of books for all ages, as well as journals, cards, puzzles and literary-themed swag. We're proud to be an independent bookstore, a vibrant part of the Sewickley community, and a gr

eat resource for the Pittsburgh region. We host many book signings for visiting authors, local book clubs, and additional community events. A full listing of Penguin events can be found on our website - www.penguinbookshop.com. We are located just 20 minutes outside of both Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh International Airport.

Woo hoo! Get your black and gold outfits ready! Link at our website penguinbookshop.com
08/11/2026

Woo hoo! Get your black and gold outfits ready! Link at our website penguinbookshop.com

Sewickley after dark. ❤️
08/11/2026

Sewickley after dark. ❤️

The Waldo Hunt has officially ended! Congrats to all who participated and completed their passports. We will contact you...
08/01/2026

The Waldo Hunt has officially ended! Congrats to all who participated and completed their passports. We will contact you if you won one of the raffle prizes. In the meantime, while they last, we have Waldo cookies made for us by Denise Capek that are adorable and delicious! Stop by say hi! Bye Waldo — see you next year! And thanks to all the stores who participated!

The Picket Fence
Three Dog Bakery Sewickley
eyetique
The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center
MoonLit Burgers
claycafesewickley
Scoops in Sewickley
Sewickley Public Library
Chocolate Boutique
Tú y Yo Café
Dave Bishop
Sewickley Valley YMCA
Press House Coffee
The Coffee Village
Sherwin-Williams
pncbank

I had the pleasure of attending the McNally Jackson event with Michael Cunningham in conversation with Sarah McNally las...
07/31/2026

I had the pleasure of attending the McNally Jackson event with Michael Cunningham in conversation with Sarah McNally last week to celebrate Michael’s new book, UNSAYABLE.

They both spoke about the meaning of holding the event at Judson Memorial Church, with its long history of activism and the place, in the midst of the AIDS crisis, that Michael and fellow ACT UP members staged a “political funeral” at the request of their friend, before he died from that terrible disease. AIDS was still a mystery then, savage and terrifying.

He also talked about walking through Washington Square Park every day (still!) on his way to his writing studio, and how it inspires him. “I can’t imagine writing without walking through Washington Square Park.”

I took my time walking through the park after the event. It was a gorgeous summer evening in NYC, and my heart felt full.

It was wonderful to have our neighbor and Laughlin Children's Center neuropsychologist Dr. Kristie Zoller at the store l...
07/18/2026

It was wonderful to have our neighbor and Laughlin Children's Center neuropsychologist Dr. Kristie Zoller at the store last weekend to sign copies of her new book BUTTERCUP: THE QUEEN OF KINDNESS. BUTTERCUP shows kids how to engage in small acts of kindness so they can see their world as a better, friendlier, and more beautiful place to live. This is a great lesson for adults, as well!

Look who stopped by to sign the newly released paperback of THAT’S HOW THEY GET YOU! Damon Young is the Thurber Prize-wi...
07/13/2026

Look who stopped by to sign the newly released paperback of THAT’S HOW THEY GET YOU! Damon Young is the Thurber Prize-winning author of What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Blacker and this pioneering collection of Black humor from some of the most acclaimed writers and performers at work today.

“Crackling, hilarious. . . . You won’t want to miss it.” —People

“Completely absorbing.”—Amy Sedaris

Thanks for stopping by, Damon!

Such a wonderful night celebrating Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray and their new book PAIR OF ACES! Such ...
06/29/2026

Such a wonderful night celebrating Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray and their new book PAIR OF ACES! Such an appreciative crowd, some of whom came bearing gifts ❤️And we loved our debut venue Sewickley United Methodist who had just celebrated Pride all day but still managed to be the perfect hosts! Felt lots of love last night ❤️❤️❤️❤️ 🌈

06/26/2026

Night Mart is happening! We’re here til 9:00pm!

Great piece in The Nation by Katrina Vanden Heuvel, their editorial director and publisher. We are resisting big tech! T...
05/10/2026

Great piece in The Nation by Katrina Vanden Heuvel, their editorial director and publisher. We are resisting big tech! The number of indie bookstores in the US has grown by 70% since 2020, and we see that right here in Western PA, with numerous new bookstores opening of all shapes and sizes. A rising tide lifts all boats! But make no mistake: this is still a difficult business and we continue to face challenges such as rising costs (including rents) and predatory pricing by online competitors. We appreciate all of your support and feel so lucky to be entering our 98th year of independent bookselling. We know we can’t rest on laurels and expect to succeed so we continue to work hard to keep the Penguin strong!

Saturday morning at the bookstore- dressed up or dressed down! We’d love to see you ❤️
05/09/2026

Saturday morning at the bookstore- dressed up or dressed down! We’d love to see you ❤️

Address

417 Beaver Street
Sewickley, PA
15143

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(412) 741-3838

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