Calling all book lovers! Run, don't walk, to Poor Richard's Books in Frankfort, KY. This amazing independent bookstore is located on Broadway, across the street from the old capitol building. Stepping inside this bookstore was simply magical and gave yesteryear vibes. The building's character, the flooring, the smell, the stacks and ladders, the cozy size, the well-placed seating throughout for relaxing and reading, and the helpful and knowledgable staff come together to provide a book store experience like no other. The store sells new and used books and everything from current best sellers and children's books to historical books. After browsing the downstairs, a trip up the steps to the attic brings a large selection of antique and historical books, magazines, and documents. In addition to books there are hand-drawn cards, mugs, book-related gifts and so much more. Do allow plenty of time to browse during your visit (adventure!) to Old Richard's. The bookstore has an indoor walkthrough to the Coffeetree Cafe next next door, which is the perfect place to enjoy a coffee drink and flip through your book purchases! read more

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This is a cute and quaint bookstore that connects to a cafe next door. They have a kids section and old books. I love supporting local small businesses read more

Poor Richard's Books - Print Media Near Me - Frankfort, Kentucky

While I was only in town for a few days, I found every excuse to check out this very cute bookstore and stationary store when I could! An excellent spot to find new reads or grab some fun cards to send to friends and family (guilty!), you won't be disappointed! With the connector to the next door coffee shop, grab a coffee and order a snack, but peruse this great bookstore while you wait. So glad I wandered in, and I will definitely be going back when I'm next in Frankfort! read more

Fabulous selection of books and gifts. Loved uniqueness. Indie bookstores are the best. Loved they had seating to stop and browse. Great cafe coffee shop and Art stores all interconnected. And LOVED they had Moms Demand Action flyer. read more

Poor Richard's Books - Print Media Near Me - Frankfort, Kentucky

I love a good indy bookstore and this is a great one! Fabulous service, coffee shop attached, and an adorable, cozy space for kids and adults. Excellent Kentucky/local author sections and fun gifts spread throughout the store. An absolute must visit when in or near Frankfort! read more

During a day visit to Frankfort, KY my wife and I visited Poor Richard's Book's on Main Street. If you are a true lover of books both new and especially new, this is your place. One of its 'calling cards' is the second floor attic that houses a fair amount of old treasures. You will be there a while perusing the myriad of selections. This locally owned bookstore has a rustic feel and features a coffe/pastry shop next door. It also features best sellers,new releases, local interest sources and gifts. My wife and I purchased several children's books for the grand daughter due this Christmas. read more

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Wow! This is a GEM! My husband is the one who introduced me to this bookstore. He had purchased me A book there prior to me going. I am absolutely mind blown by this bookstore! From the vibe, appearance, the attic is super cool! I purchased 2 books and they even wrapped them and added handmade bows! The lady working was so sweet and friendly! I recommend anyone in the area to go by and check it out! read more

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Really cool store attached to Kentucky Coffeetree! There were a few others browsing. They've got all kinds of books and some ladders if you need to reach something up top. They also had cute pathos plants thriving at the top of the stair by the windows! Very cool! read more

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Great books Courteous owner, Liz Selected books can be ordered easily Convenient location read more

A new and used bookstore with deliciously creaky floors and library ladders. Coffee shop right next door. You can lose yourself for hours in perfectly dusty books! read more

Poor Richard's Books - Steps to book attic - Print Media Near Me - Frankfort, Kentucky

I work in Frankfort. While I don't love the commute, regular visits to Poor Richard's Books makes up for it. This little independent bookshop is packed to the brim with the national bestsellers, books of local interest, and gifts - and that's just the downstairs area. Upstairs you'll find stacks and stacks of old books and magazines. Walking up the stairs brings out the kid in me. It's like finding a secret passageway or a hidden treasure. Adventures await. Connected to Poor Richard's is the Coffeetree Café, where you can grab a latte and a snack - or a whole meal. And attached to that is the Completely Kentucky store, which sells products crafted and created by Kentuckians. I can't visit one without visiting the other two. But I usually make Poor Richard's the final - and longest - stop. I love it. read more

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I love this charming bookstore! So cute and relaxing, it's a breath of fresh air to have this business located in Frankfort! Great selection and right beside of a coffee shop. Plus it's locally owned. read more

It's hard for me to visit a town without perusing its bookstore. Frankfort's adorable Poor Richard's Books was a store I could easily have spent hours in-- warm, friendly, and just jumbled enough to invite discovery. I picked up a few poetry chapbooks by local authors, and some Kentucky postcards. Loved this little bookstore gem. read more

I like love books. What an old rustic vibe. Without children you can stay for hours. Go upstairs without question. Find the local soft drink too. Ale-8-1 is so interesting. read more

Poor Richard's Books - Print Media Near Me - Frankfort, Kentucky

If you're looking for a true locally owned bookstore in Kentucky, Poor Richard's is one of the best. A two level store, the second floor is filled to the rafters with old, old books you could spend hours searching through. A great place for every book lover and they have a great online order site which will ship right to you as well! read more

Amazing locally owned bookstore. Great selection from NY times best sellers, Kentucky and bourbon specialty books, children's section, I could go on and on. The attic upstairs is amazing and we could've spent hours pouring through old books with the view of the Old Capitol. Worth a special trip to Frankfort! read more

This is one of the many gems in downtown Frankfort. I wasn't expecting much because, well frankfort is small, and lacks a lot. I walked in, immediately I knew it was amazing. They had new and older books. At first, I didn't even know you could go upstairs, I'm so glad I ventured up there. It is full of old books and I would never know about poor Richard's books if I didn't walk downtown. read more

The first time I went to Poor Richard's, I met Will Oldham -- isn't that enough to give Poor Richard's five stars? Great selection, nice location in town, helpful staff, cool maps in the restroom... What more could you ask for? One of the best bookstores in the country. read more

Unfortunately, I had only enough time to browse as it took for my food next door to be prepared, but from what I can tell, if I lived in town, this is a place I would go to browse for hours. The selection and staff seemed top notch. Definitely a place I would return to if I were in town. read more

Charming is just the best word to describe this place!

Poor Richards is a great place to go to find both new and old books. My favorite is the attic, I've found some really cool books and atlases up there. I love sitting at the table right by the large window and reading. The store and reasonably priced and the staff is always nice. I definitely recommend Poor Richards. read more

The best nice staff awesome place great books and if they don't have what your looking for they'll order it :)

This is a great bookstore, with a great staff. I enjoyed visiting this bookstore this summer while I was in Frankfort for a summer internship. I highly recommend visiting this shop if you are in Frankfort. read more

Great bookstore, great staff, I spend some time browsing and they have some local authors and also some collectible books mixed in with more normal things. Very cool and will return. read more