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.

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 do our best to update Instagram, Facebook, and Google if we have temporary changes in our hours.

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! You are welcome to drop off books any time during our open hours. 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. 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.

Yes! We want to encourage community, curiosity, wonder, and creativity in our space.

Yes! We ask that you give us a little heads up so we can reserve the “living room” area for you if your group is 4-8 people.

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! We have had several private events at our bookstore. Rental details can be found on our Rent Our Space page, but feel free to reach out with any other questions.

We do! We are a very small operation, so we will ask for at least one business day, but up to five business days to go through your books. We will give you a call once we have gone through them and you can accept your payment in cash or store credit. We have a Book Seller’s Agreement for you to read over and sign in the store.

We are always looking for classic literature, philosophy, and fairy tales, but we do carry a little bit of almost everything.

We have a few rotating treats made by Humble Harvest Bakery, a local cottage baker in town. Treats include but are not limited to French macarons, baklava, French Madeleines, and various other types of cookies.