Autumn is coming. And with the arrival of cooler days and blustery weather, bookstores become our go-to hideaways, offering all manners of escape. Whether you’re looking for a place to bring the kids, a cozy spot to take a deep dive into a new title, or a meetup where you can hobnob with fellow bibliophiles, these independent bookshops will whisk you away with literature and libations.
One More Page Books
Tucked away on a side street in East Falls Church, One More Page Books packs quite a punch. With detailed staff recommendations lining the walls, weekly author talks, wine tastings, book club meetups and a staff so knowledgeable you’ll always leave with exactly the read you were searching for, the store is a reminder that there’s so much more to bookstores than just, well, books. The shop’s stated mission is to inspire a love of reading, and the staff will often go above and beyond to help you find a title that suits you. They’ll even order in books that they aren’t in stock, upon request.
2200 N. Westmoreland Street, Arlington