
Nooks
Nooks is an independent bookshop and gallery located on Gallery Row in Lancaster, PA. We specialize in a selection of illustrated picture books and toys for children and curated fiction and nonfiction for adults. Everything we carry is special, unique and has a story. We have a deep love for classic children's literature, literary fiction, and illustrated classics.
In addition to books, we also host a wide variety of events, including author readings, children's story times, and house concerts. Check out our events page for what's coming up!
Part of the Lancaster Community
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We started as a children's bookstore.
Emma O'Brien started Nooks as a children's bookstore in 2021 in a 200 sqare-foot hole-in-the-wall in Lancaster, PA. It was a beautiful beginning, bringing stories to downtown Lancaster.
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Shawn and Maile Smucker took over the space in May, 2024.
In October, 2023, Emma moved the store to a much larger space on Gallery Row, adding even more titles. In May, 2024, Shawn and Maile acquired the store, expanded the collection of general market books, continuing the vision to inspire imagination, creativity, and community in Lancaster.
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And now we continue the good work!
We never dreamed we would love this work so much, putting good stories into the hands of our community. Whether it's a story time, an author reading, or day-to-day chats with regular customers, we know this is work we're meant to do! Stop by and say hello!