Wandering Quills Bookshop

05/30/2026

05/27/2026

Thank you SO much, Associated Press for the shout-out and love!!

Allison Hill, CEO of the American Booksellers Association, often hears people express sympathy for her role, assuming bookstores are disappearing.

05/06/2026

check this one out if you want something a lil weird but oh so good

05/06/2026

04/29/2026

Books on the move and stories that matter. 📚✨

Wandering Quills Bookshop is a mobile indie bookstore bringing diverse voices to communities across Columbus, along with hosting fun events like adult book fairs.

Founded by longtime friends Anne Hampton and Kristen Quanrud, it’s a reminder of how bookstores can show up, connect, and create something special wherever they go. ❤️

Read more about their story. ➡️ https://www.indiebound.org/blog-posts/wandering-quills-bookshop-bringing-diverse-titles-and-adult-book-fairs-columbus-oh

04/27/2026

to say we’re honored is an absolute UNDERSTATEMENT 💕 we love you ABA and all that you do for us lil guys

Members, meet a bookstore bringing stories directly to the community. 📚✨

Wandering Quills Bookshop is a mobile shop in Ohio, focused on uplifting diverse voices across the Columbus area and hosting creative events like adult book fairs.

Co-owners Anne Hampton and Kristen Quanrud, longtime friends turned business partners, are building something truly special through connection and community.

Learn more about their story and impact. ❤️

Read the interview ➡️ https://www.indiebound.org/blog-posts/wandering-quills-bookshop-bringing-diverse-titles-and-adult-book-fairs-columbus-oh

03/16/2026

we are SO eager to announce our newest event in partnership with and ! BLOOMS & BOOKS is a 50% paid workshop, 50% free market, and 100% fun and joy!

stationing ourselves in the wonderful , will host a bouquet-making class during the first half of the day (10am-11am)! this is a paid event and LIMITED TO 15, so do NOT wait to sign up! Head over to wanderingquillsbooks.com/ticketed-events to snag your spot! Each ticket is $45 and grants you access to the workshop AND a hand-picked book from us!

then from 11am-2pm, the event will open up to the public for a bookish market! THIS IS A FREE MARKET OPEN TO ANYONE! our trailer doors will open to ANYONE to shop and support local! will also host , an INCREDIBLE local food vendor as well as their local baker, Jenn DeTillio, for all the incredible munchies!

For more information and to purchase tickets for the bouquet workshop, please head over to our website!

02/17/2026

Girl Scout Cookie Flight 🤝 Wandering Quills Bookstore | Grab a flight while supplies last + Wandering Quills until 2pm

01/20/2026

TOMORROW 🛳️🤫

01/14/2026

Y'ALL SEE THAT WANDERING QUILLS BOOKSHOP??? 🥰

01/10/2026