Pocket Books Shop

Pocket Books Shop Pocket Books is an independent bookstore open in beautiful Lancaster, PA.

We stock an intentional and eclectic selection of books that we hope will help you feel safe exploring something new! For the time being, Team PB will be wearing facemasks & encourage customers to do the same if possible. We have a large air purifier running 24/7 and keep the doors and windows open as much as possible, so do what you are comfortable with!

Pocket Books is thrilled to invite you to an evening at Zoetropolis exploring the horrific beauty of 'beauty horror,' a ...
08/20/2026

Pocket Books is thrilled to invite you to an evening at Zoetropolis exploring the horrific beauty of 'beauty horror,' a subgenre that merges glamour and the grotesque to examine our culture's obsession with aesthetic perfection.

Join us at 6pm for a talk with award-winning horror maven Alma Katsu (author of The Hunger, The Fervor, Fiend, and more), whose new book Incarnate offers a terrifying reimagining of The Picture of Dorian Gray for the internet age. Failed influencer Dorothy takes a job working for a brilliant coder whose company is focused on creating cutting-edge deepfake technology, which Dorothy realizes she can use to create Isabella, an impossibly gorgeous, unbelievably perfect girl who quickly dominates social media; when someone starts asking too many questions about Isabella's meteoric rise to fame, Dorothy must confront just how far she's willing to go to keep her beautiful, terrible secret. You won't want to miss our talk with Alma about the intersections of beauty, horror, and feminism, followed by audience q&a and a book signing. At 7:30pm, we'll enjoy a screening of Coralie Fargeat's celebrated 2024 film The Substance, starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, which follows a fading actress who will go to any lengths to return to a younger and more beautiful version of herself. Secure your seat by purchasing a ticket through Zoetropolis!

Pocket Books will have Alma Katsu's books available for purchase at the event, but attendees are encouraged to order in advance and can use code PREORDER for 15% off Incarnate before its publication on 9/22/26.

glowing, enthusiastic rec from austin: It's not often that a book makes me cry not as an emotional reaction to plot but ...
08/20/2026

glowing, enthusiastic rec from austin: It's not often that a book makes me cry not as an emotional reaction to plot but for the sheer joy of loving the reading experience, but TAKE WHAT YOU CAN had tears streaming down my face as I said "You NEED to read this book" with increasing urgency at everyone who walked by. The novel follows Val and Milly, two best friends who met as the only Black women on a college study-abroad trip to France and whose lives have taken a circuitous path back to one another as they prepare for the births of their first children. A lot has changed since those heady days in France, and it's unclear if their friendship can withstand the strain of disparate financial realities, marriage tension, impending motherhood when neither has had a mother of her own in decades, and a traumatic rift they've sworn they've moved past but that nonetheless demands to be faced. Naima Coster's prose dazzles, and readers will find themselves rooting for Val and Milly even as they refuse to be agreeable or considerate or selfless but insist, again and again, on being undeniably human.

TAKE WHAT YOU CAN is the perfect end-of-summer book & a gorgeous look at a complicated friendship marked by jealousy and grief and true, desperate love. This beauty skyrocketed to my 'favorite books of 2026' list within the first 50 pages and refuses to be unseated. Grab a copy today!

Sarah rec! 💛 THE HEIRS by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé is the next murder mystery you will stay up till 2am reading! With the t...
08/17/2026

Sarah rec! 💛 THE HEIRS by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé is the next murder mystery you will stay up till 2am reading! With the tone of a Knives Out mystery and the vibes of The Umbrella Academy, you are going to dive in head first. This book features five prodigies, one dead father, a mansion full of suspects… and I won't say any more! I am such a huge fan of an ensemble cast, and these sibling dynamics are addictive. If you are a former gifted kid needing catharsis or just need to take a minute to commiserate on the weight of burnout, this needs to be your next read!

BOOKSTORE ROMANCE DAY IS HERE! Love is in the air and on the page at Pocket Books -- make sure to come by the shop today...
08/15/2026

BOOKSTORE ROMANCE DAY IS HERE! Love is in the air and on the page at Pocket Books -- make sure to come by the shop today to celebrate all things romance! All romance & romantasy is 15% off in store and online (use code BRD2026), and we've got a bunch of exciting things going on at Wheatland all day! We've got scads of brand new blind date books that are --for the first time ever--buy one get one 50% off! Plus, snag an ARC for every $50 you spend (while supplies last). And don't miss our porch full of wonderful local romance writers! On your way out, don't forget to stop by the Honey Bear trailer for a sweet treat. It's going to be an amazing day, and if you want to keep that party energy rolling, why note preorder some upcoming romances that are sure to be mega hits?! Future you deserves love too!

Sarah review!Not to sensationalize, but the best irreverent fantasy I've read this year just released! THE DUNGEON BOOK ...
08/14/2026

Sarah review!

Not to sensationalize, but the best irreverent fantasy I've read this year just released! THE DUNGEON BOOK by Gareth Hanrahan has the vibes of THE STINKY CHEESE MAN AND OTHER FAIRLY STUPID TALES crossed with the setting of Baldur's Gate 3 and DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL. I was hooting and hollering the whole way through— When I saw the author was primarily a TTRPG writer, no part of me was surprised. If you trust me (and even if you don't), this stand-alone fantasy novel is a must read.
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Bait doesn't remember a time before the dungeon. She doesn't know what her name was before she was handed over to the monstrous denizens of the dungeon beneath the sorcerer's tower. Luckily for Bait, they decided not to eat her immediately (it was a close call). As the outside world starts to intrude, Bait will learn what it means to really be monstrous.

Avery review!For a book so small, she packs a punch! GOOD MORNING MEANS I LOVE YOU centers around Rae, who returns to he...
08/13/2026

Avery review!

For a book so small, she packs a punch! GOOD MORNING MEANS I LOVE YOU centers around Rae, who returns to her family— her two partners and their sons Morning and Night—after a stretch apart following the traumatic birth of her last child. As she reintegrates into her family, spending time with her children and learning how they all fit together again, she reflects on the choices that led her to this moment, both those she made and those made for her.

The beauty of this novel cannot be overstated! From the poetic prose to the intimate portrayals of familial and romantic relationships, Kendra Allen had me floored. The book explores everything from happiness to motherhood, freedom, loss, and of course, family and how they shape us. I fully teared up at least twice reading this, while also experiencing some laugh-out-loud moments. The emotional rollercoaster got me good.

So, if you’re looking for a quick but powerful read, look no further than GOOD MORNING MEANS I LOVE YOU.

Happy New Release Tuesday, dear readers! There are some excellent books hitting the shelves this week, including a few m...
08/11/2026

Happy New Release Tuesday, dear readers! There are some excellent books hitting the shelves this week, including a few much-anticipated sequels and some literary fiction that is sure to make the end-of-year lists. Three of our upcoming book club picks release today, which makes it a great time to come stock up for the fall! We're also happily welcoming the first of the autumnal slash spooky romances, which are always a huge hit with the PB community. And don't forget that this Saturday is BOOKSTORE ROMANCE DAY, featuring all kinds of goodies and sales and a can't-miss pop-up from Honey Bear ice cream (at our Wheatland location). It's another great week for books -- we'll see you at the shop!

Come to me!Jessica is obsessed with the Vampire Lestat tv show, and so she is throwing herself an early birthday party d...
08/07/2026

Come to me!

Jessica is obsessed with the Vampire Lestat tv show, and so she is throwing herself an early birthday party dedicated to all things vampires. Come hang out at the shop on Sunday 8/30 from 5-8pm to celebrate with a screening of Lestat's concert (iykyk), vampire flash tattoos by and live screen printing by -- bring your own shirt!

The party is free, but we strongly encourage you to buy vampire books while you're there 🧛‍♀️Extra credit if you watch Interview with the Vampire and The Vampire Lestat tv shows in preparation, but you can choose your own adventure!

Have you stopped by the shop to get our newest bookmark design? We're soaking in the summer sun with this new pattern --...
08/07/2026

Have you stopped by the shop to get our newest bookmark design? We're soaking in the summer sun with this new pattern -- a great excuse to pick up a new book if we've ever heard one! Tell us: are you Pocket Books bookmark collectors? How many do you have stashed away?

Thank you again to our Pocket Books community for rounding up at the register to support the Lancaster Neighbor Fund! Ev...
08/06/2026

Thank you again to our Pocket Books community for rounding up at the register to support the Lancaster Neighbor Fund! Every single cent adds up -- since February, the PB community has raised over $4,000 for our neighbors in need. Your 'spare change' has a real, material effect for people in our community being targeted by ICE. The best part of our month is tallying up the donations and sending LNF a check -- the work they do is so necessary, and it's an honor to be able to facilitate it in any way!

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903 Wheatland Avenue
Lancaster, PA
17603

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Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 7pm
Sunday 10am - 7pm

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