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Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

55 Haywood St
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 254-6734
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INSIDER TIP:

“"My favorite favorite FAVORITE thing to do is get one of the 'Blind Date with a Book Seller' books!" - Kal”

What You Need To Know:

For over 30 years we have been at the heart of Asheville's literary scene and community. We are a home for writers, readers, coffee drinkers & folks just looking to connect to others in an open, welcoming space & among their favorite books!

What The Locals Say:

"Love this place! Just LOVE it! My favorite place in Downtown Asheville to check out new books, browse the bulletin board, [check out events with] authors and simply chill with a rich hot mocha and a sweet baked treat." - Debby

Tomorrow

Feb 5

Poetrio

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

Join us for our monthly poetry reading with three great poets at 3pm on the first Sunday of every month. This month we will have Amie Whittemore,Rochelle Hurt, & Matthew Olzmann.

Monday

Feb 6

LGBTQ Bookclub

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

Each month we choose a different book written by an LGBTQ author or subjected in that genre. This month is Beastiary: Poemsby Donika Kelly 7pm

Author for Action event with Laurie Frankel:This Is How It Always Is

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

Frankel’s YA book reminds us all that family means protecting each other’s secrets and standing united when those secrets emerge. The family’s fifth son, Claude, wants to be a girl, and this revelation takes the family on a worldwide journey. At 6pm!!

Tuesday

Feb 7

Author Event with Kevin Wilson: Perfect Little World

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

Wilson’s much anticipated new novel, Perfect Little World is the follow-up to his New York Times bestselling debut novel, The Family Fang. Expect another offbeat look at the meaning of family. 6pm!!!

Wednesday

Feb 8

Miss Malaprop's Storytime

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

Every Wednesday

Join us with your wee ones every week on Wednesdays at 10 am for classic and contemporary stories sure to enchant and entertain. Together, we’ll introduce children to the wonderful world of books! Recommended for ages 2-8.

Saturday

Feb 11

YA novelist Natalie Anderson with City of Saints & Thieves

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

This YA novel by Sylva-native (who now lives in Switzerland) is set in In Sangui City, Kenya, protagonist Tina and her mother arrive as refugees from the Congo, and a murder sets Tina on a course of revenge. 6pm!!

Children's Event: King of the Birds

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

This children’s picture book, The King of the Birds, is inspired by the life of Flannery O'Connor, who was famous for her pet peacocks. Literary-minded adults will enjoy this as much as the kids! 11am!!!

Sunday

Feb 12

Author Event & MUSIC! Lydia Peele & Ketch Secor

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

A reading of The Midnight Cool by Lydia Peelle and live music performed on guitjo and harmonica by Ketch Secor of Old Crow Medicine Show, along with a short slide show and music from an antique Edison cylinder machine. 3pm!! Not to be missed!

Monday

Feb 13

Author KJ Howe with The Freedom Broker (in conversation with Sara Gruen)

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

In this thriller, The Freedom Broker, she dives into the world of K&R (“kidnap & return”) specialists. Sara Gruen, author of the acclaimed novel Water for Elephants, joins Howe to talk about her book, her extensive research, and the world of writing. 6pm!

Wednesday

Feb 15

Author Timothy Tyson with The Blood of Emmett Till

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

An explosive reconstruction of the lynching, the trial, and their crucial impact on our history. Join Tyson for a discussion of the book, his extensive and exhaustive research, and why this story is as relevant to Americans today as it was in 1955. 6pm!!

Friday

Feb 17

Author Carol Merritt with Healing Spiritual Wounds

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

Rev. Carol Howard Merritt describes her latest book, Healing Spiritual Wounds: Reconnecting with a Loving God After Experiencing a Hurtful Church, as a discussion of the church’s dual image as a safe space and as a dangerous place. 6pm

Saturday

Feb 18

Grateful Steps Publishing readings

Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe

We’re featuring four authors from local publisher Micki Cabaniss of Grateful Steps. Mike Krecioch,Tena Frank,Abigail Hickman and Wayne G. Cox. 6pm!!!