Parnassus Books

Parnassus Books An Independent Bookstore for Independent People in Nashville, TN. Owned by author Ann Patchett. Mission Statement:
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Parnassus in Greek mythology is the home of literature, learning and music. We will be Nashville’s Parnassus by providing a refuge for Nashvillians of all ages who share in the love of the written word. We will partner with and support local writers and artists, businesses and institutions. We will strive to bring readers the best books in literature, non-fiction, children’s books, local interest

and the arts in both printed and digital formats. We will provide venues for writers to connect with readers, and readers to connect with books. By doing this we hope to complement and add to the rich cultural character of the Athens of the South.

06/19/2026

It’s Friday, and Lindsay has another HarperCollins American Classics series rec for you! This one is especially timely — Juneteenth is a day of celebration for some, and an opportunity for others to reflect on the lasting impact of slavery and gain a deeper understanding of a time in history we’ve struggled to reckon with. And who better to learn from than Pulitzer winner Edward P. Jones? Get your copy of The Known World at the link in the comments below.

Happy Pride from Barnabus and the whole Parnassus crew! Head to parnassusbooks.net/pride to see some of our favorite q**...
06/17/2026

Happy Pride from Barnabus and the whole Parnassus crew! Head to parnassusbooks.net/pride to see some of our favorite q***r reads or come shop our in-store display!*

*Barnabus (aka Pink Pony Bub) is not available for purchase

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06/16/2026

The Laydown Diaries: June 16, 2026

Another Tuesday, another week of Ann on tour, another batch of new releases and upcoming events! Plus, our Book’em summer book drive is still in full swing. Head to the link in the comments below to shop today’s featured books and to learn more about the book drive!

Our Book'em summer book drive is on through the end of the month, and the Parnassus Foundation is matching each and ever...
06/15/2026

Our Book'em summer book drive is on through the end of the month, and the Parnassus Foundation is matching each and every donation! See the books Book’Em has requested and make a donation at the link in the comments below.

This month’s Staff Rec Spotlight is on bookseller Keri, whose reads are always unexpected and delightful. This month she...
06/13/2026

This month’s Staff Rec Spotlight is on bookseller Keri, whose reads are always unexpected and delightful. This month she is recommending Simone de Beauvoir’s The Ethics of Ambiguity and the Kitchen Confidential Annotated Edition. Want to see more of what Keri and the other staff members are reading? Check out our blog, Musing, for all of our favorites!
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06/12/2026

It’s Friday, and Ann is revisiting a childhood favorite thanks to HarperCollins and their American Classics series! Get a copy of A Tree Grows in Brooklyn and explore the rest of the American Classics series at the link in the comments below.

Whistler debuted at #1 on the NYT bestseller list!! We’re so proud of Ann and endlessly thankful to all of you who pre-...
06/11/2026

Whistler debuted at #1 on the NYT bestseller list!! We’re so proud of Ann and endlessly thankful to all of you who pre-ordered from indie bookstores across the country. Your excitement about books is what makes our jobs so fun. Have you read Whistler yet? Let us know in the comments!

Today on Musing, Rachel chats with author Melissa Albert about her adult debut, The Children! Rachel describes the book ...
06/10/2026

Today on Musing, Rachel chats with author Melissa Albert about her adult debut, The Children! Rachel describes the book as “a genius blend of fantasy, horror, lit fic, and suspense, plus a complicated love letter to children’s literature.” Read the interview and grab a copy at the link in the comments below!

06/09/2026

The Laydown Diaries: June 9, 2026

This week, Lindsay builds on her Ann impression by incorporating canine elements into her routine. It’s really coming together, don’t you think? The crew discusses new titles from Andrew Sean Greer, Tia Williams, Dave Eggers, Jessie Sima, and more, plus Andy recommends some great Father’s Day gifts. Head to the link in the comments below to browse!

06/05/2026

It’s Friday, and if you haven’t read Clear by Carys Davies, Douglas Stuart is here to tell you why you should. Grab a copy at the link in the comments below!

Address

3900 Hillsboro Pike, Ste 14
Nashville, TN
37215

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

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+16159532243

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