Richmond is lucky to be home to numerous bookstores, literary events and literary institutions. Authors often present their work at area book shops and writers’ groups, giving book lovers a chance to hear from storytellers and learn about their subject matter as well as their craft. You can hear about great fiction and nonfiction works at Richmond’s many book oriented events. Or go solo and just lose yourself browsing through the stacks at one of these bookshops or the region’s many public libraries. Happy reading.

AREA BOOKSTORES:

•Chop Suey Books, 2913 W Cary St, Richmond, Virginia 23221 – (804) 422-8066 

•Book People, 536 Granite Ave, Richmond, Virginia 23226 – (804) 288-4346 –

•Fountain Bookstore, 1312 E Cary St., Richmond, Virginia 23219 – (804) 788-1594

•Richmond Book Shop, 808 W. Broad St. Richmond, VA

•Little Book Shop, 1318 Sycamore Square, Midlothian, Virginia 23113

Storytime at The Little Book Shop in Midlothian

Richmond Comic Book Stores

Library Systems Events:

• Richmond Public Library
• Henrico County Public Library
• Chesterfield County Public Library
• Hanover County is part of the Pamunkey Regional Library system

Literary events at area colleges and universities:

•University of Richmond

University of Richmond Writer’s Series – The Writers Series is designed to expose Richmond students, the greater university community, and city residents to some of today’s most celebrated writers.  Readings are free and open to the public, though seating is on a first come, first served basis.  Each reading will be followed by a Q&A session and book-signing.  The Writers Series is sponsored by the Department of English and the Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences.  Campus partners this year include the Jepson School of Leadership Studies, the Robins School of Business, the university Cultural Affairs Committee, WGSS, and the WILL* Program. For more information about the series, please contact the English Department at (804) 289-8287 or dstevens@richmond.edu.

The Poe Museum, 1914 E Main Street, Richmond, VA 23223

•Weekly readings of Edgar Allen Poe’s work on Sunday at 12:30 pm

•“UnHappy Hour” ironically celebrating the author (Monthly)

•Virginia Commonwealth University

Check VCU’s calendar and social media for public author and book events. VCU James Branch Cabell Library events.

Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad St. Richmond, VA 23219

Book groups, presentations, research events, history events, workshops

James River Writers

JRW is a multi-faceted non-profit organization based in Richmond, Virginia, that serves as central Virginia’s literary hub and a welcoming home for anyone who loves the written word. Aspiring and professional writers and passionate readers in all genres benefit from a variety of programs, services, and events, often presented in partnership with other cultural organizations. We are supported by government grants, foundations, corporate partners, and the generosity of our members. Check for virtual events: https://jamesriverwriters.org

Learn about more Richmond literary events. And don’t forget to check the list of the Top FREE Things to Do in Richmond for more great ideas for learning and expanding your mind and engaging in hands-on activities.

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