AnticusĪ post shared by Vanessa Goldeen that you have some books to enjoy from your last two stops, walk or drive half a mile east to visit the Civic Center Library. Enjoy their space and sit down in one of their cozy chairs with the book of your choice. This quaint bookstore is a must visit, especially if you’re looking for signed copies of books. Hop back in the car and drive 25 minutes east for Scottsdale, because The Poisoned Pen will fulfill all of your mystery and thriller needs. Is there anything better than grabbing a drink and nestling up with a book? There isn’t, so take full advantage! Scottsdale, Arizona The Poisoned Pen Bookstore This bookstore also houses the First Draft Book Bar, so bring an appetite to enjoy their snacks, pastries, teas, coffees, and libations. They host a lot of author events, so you’re bound to stumble upon one when you visit. It’s been around since 1974, offering the community new and used books, gifts, bookish swag, and toys. Three miles north of the museum lies the biggest bookstore staple in Phoenix: Changing Hands Bookstore. Changing Hands Bookstore & First Draft Book Bar The entire museum is dedicated to showcasing Native and Indigenous art, textiles, culture, and history. North of the library is the Heard Museum and the Billie Jane Baguley Library and Archives, which contains a large resource collection on nearly 25,000 Native artists and writers. Walk around the whole building to make sure you see all of the neat, modern architectural touches, and then go inside to check out their art exhibition gallery featuring Arizona artists, the rare book room, and the massive reading room on the fifth floor.

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