Discover your next great read | Browse our latest recommendations
The Wren's Nest Books draws its name and inspiration from the nearby Wren's Nest house museum, former home of Joel Chandler Harris, while refocusing the storytelling tradition through an African American lens. Since 2018, the store has been a cultural anchor in Atlanta's historic West End, centering Black literature, history, and storytelling in a beautifully designed space. The children's section emphasizes books with diverse characters and stories that reflect the community's heritage, and the Black history collection spans from the African diaspora to contemporary social movements. The cafe serves as a community gathering space, and the store's events programming celebrates the West End's rich cultural legacy.
The Wren's Nest Books draws its name and inspiration from the nearby Wren's Nest house museum, former home of Joel Chandler Harris, while refocusing the storytelling tradition through an African American lens. Since 2018, the store has been a cultural anchor in Atlanta's historic West End, centering Black literature, history, and storytelling in a beautifully designed space. The children's section emphasizes books with diverse characters and stories that reflect the community's heritage, and the Black history collection spans from the African diaspora to contemporary social movements. The cafe serves as a community gathering space, and the store's events programming celebrates the West End's rich cultural legacy. Located in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, this beloved bookstore has been serving the literary community since 2018, making it 8 years of championing books and readers.
Storytelling nights, African American literature discussions, children's cultural story hours, West End community events, and Black History Month celebrations.
Not available
Not available
On-site cafe
Browse our collection online and support independent bookstores