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Wilder Books

We bring the magic of books to unexpected places through pop-up events, curated collections, and literary adventures that feel like coming home.

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Our Story

Wilder Books began with a simple belief: that the best reading experiences happen in unexpected places. A quiet corner of a garden, a cozy café at dusk, a lantern-lit evening under the stars.

We curate pop-up bookshops, host intimate author gatherings, and create spaces where book lovers can discover their next favorite story. Each event is a small adventure—a chance to wander, wonder, and find something magical.

Whether you're searching for a rare treasure, meeting a beloved author, or simply looking for a quiet moment with a good book, you're welcome here.

Upcoming Events

Mark your calendar for these literary adventures

Feb 14

Love Letters & Literature

The Garden House, Brooklyn

An evening of romantic reads, handwritten letters, and warm cocoa. Bring someone you love—or a book you love.

Pop-up Shop
Mar 8

Stories by Candlelight

Willow Creek Library

Join us for an intimate reading series featuring emerging voices in contemporary fiction. Limited seating, unlimited wonder.

Reading Series
Apr 22

Spring Book Market

Riverside Park

Our biggest event of the season! Browse hundreds of titles, meet local authors, and enjoy live music among the cherry blossoms.

Book Market
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Curated Collections

Thoughtfully selected reads for every kind of reader

Quiet Evenings

Gentle stories for winding down. Perfect companions for tea and candlelight.

Gentle Adventures

Journey to faraway places without leaving your favorite reading nook.

Cozy Mysteries

Puzzles to solve by the fire. Just the right amount of intrigue.

A Touch of Magic

For those who believe in everyday enchantments and small wonders.

Nature's Stories

Tales that breathe with forests, gardens, and wild places.

Letters & Longings

Epistolary novels and stories of connection across time and distance.

Author Spotlight

The storytellers we're celebrating this season

We've hosted readings, signings, and conversations with wonderful authors. Each event creates a special moment between writers and readers.

Wilder Media

Stories in many forms

The Wilder Podcast

Conversations about books, reading rituals, and the quiet magic of stories. New episodes monthly.

Coming Spring 2025

The Gentle Reader

Our monthly newsletter featuring book recommendations, event updates, and musings on the reading life.

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Shelf Stories

Short video portraits of independent bookshops, home libraries, and the people who love them.

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