Indie BookSellers

Independent bookstore in Baltimore

Bird in Hand Coffee & Books

Bird in Hand Coffee & Books is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Baltimore reader community. Its strengths include new books, literary fiction, essays, poetry, children’s reading, Johns Hopkins-area events, study space, breakfast, and coffee.

About Bird in Hand Coffee & Books

Bird in Hand Coffee & Books is an independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstore serving the Baltimore reader community. Readers visit for new books, literary fiction, essays, poetry, children’s reading, Johns Hopkins-area events, study space, breakfast, and coffee. The shop provides a local alternative for discovery, knowledgeable recommendations, special ordering when available, and direct support of the region’s literary life.

This profile is part of the Indie BookSellers directory of independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstores. Store inventory changes frequently, so contact the bookseller with a title or ISBN when you are looking for a specific edition.

Books, specialties, and services

Specialty

Children’s books

Service

Author events Café Online ordering

Format

New books

Store hours

Current hours have not yet been independently verified.

Hours can change for holidays, events, and seasonal schedules. Check the bookstore’s official website or call before making a special trip.

Accessibility information

Detailed accessibility information has not yet been verified.

Please contact the bookstore to ask about step-free entry, aisle width, seating, accessible restrooms, parking, service animals, or other accommodations.

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