“We started with a very simple idea: open an independent bookstore and event space that reflects and supports the community… A year later, A Novel Idea opened.”
BOOK CLUBS
We hope to create and foster a space of diversity and inclusivity, and want to help our customers fall in love with books, either for the first time or the millionth.
Featured Presses
We live for local
At A Novel Idea we believe in shopping small, not just because we're a small business, but because there are so many talented artisans in the Philadelphia area. One way we shop small is through our dedication to promoting and selling books by local authors and small presses. Check out our featured small presses!
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SHOP HOURS
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 12 pm – 7 pm
Thursday: 12 pm – 7 pm
Friday: 12 pm – 7 pm
Saturday: 11 am – 6 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 4 pm