Places to Go: Bookstores!
We love the library as a reliable source for free books — but when you’re looking to build your own personal library or give a gift that can spark imagination and build knowledge, it’s time to visit a bookstore! Here are three to put on your bookish bucket list:
Meadow Market Books
Located in the heart of Cherry Street, Meadow Market Books celebrated its grand opening in January 2026. Owners Melodie and Jared Coulter say that their relationship has always centered around books, from going “all out” on Independent Bookstore Day to getting married at Magic City Books. Melodie Coulter is also a published author with a master’s degree in library science, so she is no stranger to helping guests find the perfect book to take home.
Meadow Market Books places a large emphasis on supporting local authors and artists but also carries best sellers and unique finds for all ages, plus locally made art and gifts. “Our work-life motto is, ‘We just want to make enough money for our family to live and for us to support our art friends,’” the Coulters say. “Opening Meadow Market has allowed us to realize that dream, providing a space for so much talent to be enjoyed regularly.”
Follow Meadow Market Books on social media to stay in the know about book clubs, future storytimes and other exciting updates.
1514 E. 15th St.; meadowmarketbooks.com
FableRealm
FableRealm Books
FableRealm Books is more than a bookstore; it’s an immersive, fantastical experience thanks to the design and vision of owner William Franklin, artist and founder of Decopolis. To get to FableRealm, you’ll first walk through the Art Deco-inspired TulsaRama! ice cream parlor and souvenir shop (save time for a treat when you’re done shopping!). Then, you’ll enter the core of the bookshop through one of two ways: past the year-round Christmas room resembling a cozy cottage, or through “Mr. Dream’s Manufactory” (stocked with candy and Little Golden Books) and a dragon-guarded grotto, complete with a working fountain.
As you explore FableRealm, look high and low, as there are interesting things to see everywhere. Books and gift items cater to the fantasy-loving crowd, including hoards of dragon-themed books, shelves dedicated to Disney villains, and of course, classics like Narnia and Harry Potter. If you’re shopping with a young child who loves playing dress-up, brace yourself for the wall of princess dresses and tiaras — and “Can we get one, please?” on repeat.
5729 E. 11th St.; facebook.com/fablerealm
Rivendell Books & Baubles
The front entrance to Rivendell Books & Baubles promises books, chocolate, coffee and chaos, so you know it’s going to be a good time. In fact, the business is home to not just Rivendell bookstore but also Yonder Coffee & Chocolate, which serves up tasty truffles and quality coffee, typically made using ingredients sourced from across the state (try the sage-infused honey truffle!).
The bookstore itself carries a thorough mix of genres and gift items. The children’s area is easy to browse, complete with a grassy carpet and reading tent so kids can dive into their selections while their parents continue to shop. If you, too, can’t wait to start reading, settle into one of the comfortable leather chairs by the fireplace — you’ll feel right at home! If you’re lucky, you’ll spot resident shop dog Mr. Boots or Quinn the bearded dragon.
2034 W. Houston St., Broken Arrow; rivendellbandb.com
