for the joy of reading

 

 

Welcome

Surround yourself with stories.

booked. is an independent, woman-owned bookshop located in Philadelphia’s Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Our diverse selection of books includes contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction, poetry, biographies, essays and memoirs, history, design, local authors, children’s books, and much more.

It’s not just books we’re passionate about. We believe that storytelling opens doors to different worlds and new conversations—and it can also bring people of all ages and backgrounds together. booked. is committed to fostering connection through story and building a space where no one ever feels alone.

Whether you’re searching for a new release, a long-lost story, or engaging conversation, we’re happy to help you find whatever you’re looking for. So come on in, pull up a seat, and surround yourself with stories.

Can’t visit us in store, but want to support our local shop?

 

 

View fullsize Join local author Renée Bess as she signs her historical fiction book Her Last Secret. Saturday, December 7, 1–3pm In 1930's Paris the music is jazz, the art is experimental, and American ex-patriots of color are welcomed. Aspiring jou
View fullsize THIS WEEKEND: Join us for a book signing on Saturday with local author Jana Marie Rose! Saturday, November 23 12-3pm About the Book In January 2020, before the world became aware of the emerging pandemic, Jana Marie Rose traveled to Paris for one w
View fullsize This Saturday in the shop, join author Slater Harry as they sign their book If Otis Was Potus! Saturday, November 16, 12–3pm If Otis was POTUS, Sawyer would be FLOTUS. Two dogs in the White House, surely everyone would notice!Spend a day wi
View fullsize THIS FRIDAY: Join local Chestnut Hill College professor Dr. Catherine Gilstein as she signs her new book You’re 18! Now What? You're 18! Now what? It's time to embrace adulting! Loans. Insurance. IRAs. Wait! Are you serious? When you get i
View fullsize THIS MONDAY: Join the TikTok creator of “Texts from my College Freshman” Chip Leighton as he reads from his new collection What Time Is Noon?: Hilarious Texts, Ridiculous Feedback, and Not-So-Subtle Advice from Teenagers. More info &
View fullsize Tonight's event, Hope for Awareness with Dr. George Spaeth, is being rescheduled to January 22. We hope to see you then!
View fullsize THIS WEDNESDAY: Join local multi-creative and ophthalmologist Dr. George L. Spaeth as he reads from his poetry chapbook Hope for Awareness. RSVP & more info at the link in our bio. George Link Spaeth is an artist at heart. He was encouraged by
View fullsize THIS WEEKEND: Join us for a book signing with Dr. Ala Stanford, surgeon and founder of the Black Doctors Covid-19 Consortium, of TAKE CARE OF THEM LIKE MY OWN, a memoir and roadmap for fixing health inequities and healing communities. The founder of

  • Shop Hours

    Come visit us Monday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm or Sunday from 9am to 4pm.

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  • Our Location

    Conveniently located in heart of Chestnut Hill at 8511 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia PA 19118

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  • Events & Rentals

    Booked hosts public and private community events, including local author readings, book signings, author’s tables, book clubs, and more.

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