Reading Rock Books

05/29/2026

What does it mean to grow up in the foster care system and then write a book about it?

For Dejuan D. James, it means turning personal experience into something he can put in your hands. Join us this Artsy First Thursday as he signs copies of A LOOK INTO THE LIFE OF A FOSTER KID and shares a little of his journey.

📅 June 4th | 5–8pm

05/25/2026

What does it look like to really listen in a conversation--especially about things that matter? 👂🏽

Reading Rock Coffee Club is hosting a Conscious Conversation on Saturday, June 6th at 9:00 AM, and we're inviting the community. This gathering is part of our ongoing commitment to civic dialogue and creating a space where we practice active listening, share what's on our minds, and think together about our community. Come ready to listen and be heard.

Free and open to the community--RSVP at the link below so we can plan for you.

https://action.pinkstonfortn.com/10000/conscious_conversation_at_reading_rock_books

05/23/2026

Good News for early risers! Reading Rock Books Coffee Club is moving to 9:00 AM on Saturday mornings. Same great conversations, same welcoming table -- just a little later.

We'd love to see you there!

05/19/2026

Out today! The paperback release of Rachel Gillig’s bestselling “The Knight and the Moth” releases today. And to celebrate, Gillig and Hachette created an Indie bookstore edition, including intricately designed edges and original illustrations by the author!

Get one of these beautiful editions before they’re gone!

Reading Rock Books is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm.

05/17/2026

Have you heard the news? Camp Half-Blood, an all-new middle grade series set in the world of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, was announced yesterday on Good Morning America!!!

The first book, The Wild Zone, publishes 9/29/2026 and there will be an indie exclusive edition! Stay tuned for pre-order details!

05/17/2026

Can’t wait for this one!! As always, we are happy to take your pre-orders for this and any other book you are excited about.

How do you live a life that feels untrue, and at what point do you risk everything?
 
Spanning most of the 20th century, THE TULIP POPLARS centers on four people trying to find happiness in a world that demands conventional choices. Inspired by the story of his own ancestor, Silas House tells a deeply intimate story of faith and doubt, race and class, sexual desire and the longing to be good when you’ve been taught that you are evil for loving who you love.
 
THE TULIP POPLARS is out October 13th and is available to preorder now.

05/15/2026

Honored to support and attend this event at Clement Railroad Hotel Museum-Hotel Halbrook Historic Site! We love the work they do to preserve the history of Dickson County, host events, and educate our community. Secretary Hargett presented a very informative program.

05/14/2026

We're taking this show on the road! We're thrilled to bring Reading Rock Books to Nashville's 2nd Annual "Books, Authors & Publishers Fair"! Come find us on Saturday, May 30th, from 10am-3pm, at the Nashville Fairgrounds' Expo Hall 3.

More information can be found at bapfair.com!

05/05/2026

We are excited to join the virtual conversation with award-winning author, performer, and documentary filmmaker, Tim Z. Hernandez at the next Beyond the Clock, which will take place on Tuesday, May 12th from 4 – 5 PM CT.

We hope to see you there!

Please join us for an intimate virtual conversation with award-winning author, performer, and documentary filmmaker, Tim Z. Hernandez (El Paso, Texas) at our next Beyond the Clock, which will take place on Tuesday, May 12th from 4 – 5 PM CT.Tim Z. Hernandez's work includes fiction, nonfiction, and...

05/04/2026

This great collection of Star Wars books was traded in just in time for May the 4th!!