Inklings Bookstore

Join us the first Friday of each month to read Shakespeare aloud with other members of the community. This is a free event, but limited to 8 seats. Sign up ahead of time each month by messaging us on social media, calling us at (423) 464-5013, or emailing us at [email protected]. We may have copies of the play in stock for the readings, but bring your own copy if you have one just in case. The play for June 5th is “Romeo and Juliet.” The bookstore will remain open to the public during these events.

Dr. John Wykoff of Lee University will be giving a talk on music and community, followed by an opportunity for Q&A. His talk will focus on “music as an activity, especially among friends and neighbors, in contrast to music as a commodity.” This is a free, all-ages event. Limited seating, standing room available. Books, tea, coffee, and macarons will be for sale during the event.

Reserve your seat for a tabletop role-playing adventure on Saturday, May 30th. Two chances to play: Session 1 will be at 1pm, and Session 2 will be at 3pm. $16 plus tax prepay to reserve your seat. Choose your character name and backstory; dice and character sheets will be provided. All experience levels welcome. Tickets include a beverage, macarons, and a seat to play. Limited to four seats in each session. Reserve by May 29th by coming in, calling, messaging, or emailing.

As part of our continuing Conversation Series at Inklings, artist and professor Jordan Holt will be giving a talk on art, fable, and faith at 6 PM on Thursday, May 14th. This is a free event and open to all ages. Limited seating, standing room available - first come, first served. The bookstore will remain open to the public throughout the event.

Our Pai-Mu-Tan tea is a large-leaf white tea with naturally sweet, delicate florals followed by a soft, mellow finish. Minimally caffeinated, it pairs well with the Lemon French Madeleines from this week for a nice afternoon treat. Stop in to try a refreshing cuppa on this lovely spring day.

Join us on Saturday, May 9th between 9am and 5pm to celebrate the mothers in our lives. $8.95 per person for macarons and a pot of tea, while supplies last. Let us know by May 8th if you plan on partaking in our Mother’s Day Special so we can try to have enough 💐

This is Abigail. If you’ve been to Inklings when she’s there, I’m sure you were greeted with warmth and welcome. When we (Adam & Kaeli) first opened Inklings, we quickly realized that running a business and parenting a toddler (as well as working several other jobs) was a lot to handle. That’s when we realized we needed Abigail. Abigail has brought so much to our little store, caring for and nurturing it as much as we do. Sadly, today is her last day with us, but we’re overjoyed for her upcoming wedding and next chapter in her life. Stop by and see her today to wish her well! We will miss you, Abigail!

The next Shakespeare reading will be King Henry V on May 1st at 6pm. This is a free event, and there are a few seats left. Sign up ahead of time to guarantee your spot. We have two copies at Inklings, so if you have your own to read from, bring that along with you. We will each read as a character (or three), and it will be a delightful time. See you there!

We had a great turnout for the second chapter of our Conversation Series. Thank you, Dr. Schrock, for speaking! Look out for more events like this one.

Like our bookstore enough to want to throw a party? Rent our space! Visit inklingsbookstore.com for details (link in bio).