Books and Whimsy

Books and Whimsy A spiffy used bookstore with some new and antiquarian books in downtown La Porte, IN. Open on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sunday, and by appointment.

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The store is run by Waffles and Alexandria, the bookstore cats, and their humans.

06/02/2026
Vintage Science Fiction and Fantasy book covers are the best! It is said that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, ...
06/02/2026

Vintage Science Fiction and Fantasy book covers are the best! It is said that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but that should never stop you from judging the cover!

We have hundreds of vintage and modern sci-fi and fantasy books to choose from. Make your pick by the cover, the store, the author, we don't care. It is one of our great joys to see them find the right home.

⏰ Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10am to 8pm,
⏰Sundays noon to 8pm

📍516 Lincolnway in Downtown La Porte, Indiana

Here are a few of the books we have taken in already today. Stop in to find your next read!
05/29/2026

Here are a few of the books we have taken in already today. Stop in to find your next read!

James Patterson has written over 200 books in just about every genre. How many James Patterson books have you read? Do y...
05/26/2026

James Patterson has written over 200 books in just about every genre. How many James Patterson books have you read? Do you have a favorite?

Join us on June 6th for our next poetry night. The one earlier this month was a great opportunity to share and discuss. ...
05/26/2026

Join us on June 6th for our next poetry night. The one earlier this month was a great opportunity to share and discuss. It was a warm group who shared their experiences and thoughts through the medium of poetry. The experience allowed listeners and writers to come together in creative expression. If you would like to read your poetry, there is no need to sign up ahead of time. Everyone is invited to participate at their own comfort level.

We look forward to seeing you soon!
05/09/2026

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Our extraordinary customer Joe asked about hosting a poetry night. He made it happen! Come by on the evening of May 9th ...
04/30/2026

Our extraordinary customer Joe asked about hosting a poetry night. He made it happen! Come by on the evening of May 9th to enjoy the poetry and participate if you feel inclined.

Address

516 Lincolnway
Laporte, IN
46350

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Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

Telephone

+12197797767

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