Welcome to
Pick Your Poison Books
Embrace your fears. Indulge your desires.
That's more than our motto. It's an invitation.
At Pick Your Poison Books, we believe every reader has a story waiting to find them. The one that keeps you up far too late, makes you laugh out loud in public, leaves you emotionally devastated, or has you immediately searching for everything the author has ever written.
We're an independent bookstore founded by two lifelong readers with a simple idea: discovering your next favorite book should feel just as memorable as reading it.
That's why every title on our shelves is thoughtfully curated. We specialize in romance, romantasy, dark romance, thrillers, horror, and the unforgettable stories that linger long after the final page. Whether you're chasing a happily ever after, a morally gray love interest, or a plot twist you'll never see coming, we're here to help you find your next obsession.
Today, you'll find us bringing that experience to readers through thoughtfully curated pop-up events, where every display is designed to invite exploration, spark conversation, and make discovering your next read feel a little magical.
But Pick Your Poison Books is about more than books.
We're building a community where readers can gather, explore, and connect. From exclusive merchandise and signature scents to collaborations with local businesses and bookish events, every detail is chosen to celebrate the stories that bring us together.
Giving back is part of our story, too. Through partnerships with local animal rescues, we hope to help more pets find loving homes while creating meaningful experiences that connect people through a shared love of stories.
Whether you're a lifelong reader, rediscovering your love of books, or searching for the story that changes everything, we're so glad you're here.
The PYPB Mission
At Pick Your Poison Books, our mission is to create more than a bookstore.
We're creating a portal.
A place where readers can leave the outside world behind, discover stories that stay with them, and find a community that celebrates what they love.
We believe books have the power to help us escape, connect, and become more fully ourselves. Through thoughtfully curated collections, immersive experiences, and meaningful community, we strive to create a space where every reader feels seen, every curiosity is welcomed, and every visit leaves you inspired to return.
Whether you come for the romance, the thrills, the fantasy, the horror, or simply a place to breathe for a while, we hope you leave with something even more meaningful: a story you'll never forget, a community that feels like home, and the confidence to embrace the things that make you, you.
Founders
Molly Hoffman
Creative Director, Co-Owner
Megan Colclough
Chaos Coordinator, Co-Owner