NW Metro Bookstores

April 26th is Indie Bookstore day and here are some of the best independent bookstores in the Twin Cities NW Metro!

Avant Garden Book & Coffee – Anoka

Avant Garden is an independently owned bookstore and coffee bar located in downtown Anoka. Their goal is to “advance literacy and build community by hosting a number of engaging events.” They hold events such as Story Hour and Writers Workshops.

215 E Main St
Anoka, MN
763-421-5036

Haven Books & Gifts – Big Lake & Buffalo

Haven Books sell both new and gently used books, you can trade in your books for “Bookworm Rewards” points!

651 Rose Drive, Suite #2
Big Lake, Minnesota 55309
(763) 207-8007

28 Central Ave., Lower Level
Buffalo, Minnesota 55313
(763) 267-7060

Buffalo Books & Coffee – Buffalo

From their website: ” Enjoy the view of Buffalo Lake and step out onto the deck to soak up the sun. Bring your laptop and work with our always-available wi-fi, or, better yet, read a book. Relax and stay a while. Buffalo Books & Coffee is where old friends meet and where new friends are made.”

6 Division Street East
Buffalo, MN
(763) 682-3147

Well Read Books – Elk River

From their website: “Well Read Books is a small, family-owned indie bookstore located in the heart of downtown Elk River, MN. We offer a carefully curated selection of both new and used books for all ages. We strive to offer not only a selection of relevant books but an open and inviting community space.”

310 Jackson Ave NW
Elk River, MN