We are a used bookstore that also serves organic loose-leaf tea and organic coffee. Every book in the store is for sale, and we have other things like handmade (by us!) pure beeswax candles, journals & sketchbooks, treats from a local cottage baker, and other little things for sale. We host a variety of events, so be sure to check out our Events page to stay informed of our goings on.

Pricing is written in pencil on the inside of the book, usually on the first or second page. It will say “Ink” with a number beneath it.

Yes! We want this to be a space where everyone feels welcome to hang out for a while.

You can reach us by phone at (423) 464-5013, through email at inklingsbookstoretn@gmail.com, or on our Instagram at @inklingsbookstoretn. We aim to respond within three business days.

Yes! You are welcome to drop off books any time during our open hours. We are open Tuesdays 10a-8p, Wednesdays 10a-5p, Thursdays 10a-8p, Fridays 10a-9p, and Saturdays 9a-5p. We are closed on Sundays and Mondays. If you are donating a lot of books or are having trouble getting them to us, you can fill out a request for us to pick them up on our Book Donation page.

We use a lot of table lamps instead of bright overhead lights, so it can often look like we are closed from the outside. Unless otherwise noted, we are open Tuesdays 10a-8p, Wednesdays 10a-5p, Thursdays 10a-8p, Fridays 10a-9p, and Saturdays 9a-5p. We are closed on Sundays and Mondays. We always update Instagram, Facebook, and Google if we have temporary changes in our hours.