Banyan Books is a new pop-up bookshop in Pinellas County, and it has partnered with local businesses such as Craft Kafe and Mastry’s for special shopping events.
Pinellas County has long been a paradise for book lovers, with charming indie bookshops throughout the area. Now, a fresh face adds even more excitement to the literary scene. Banyan Books, a local independent pop-up bookshop, is making waves across St. Pete—and it’s quickly becoming a favorite among readers.
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Owned by Emma and Matt Kindell, Banyan Books brings curated selections of new fiction, nonfiction, and kids’ books to festivals, cafes, and markets across Pinellas County. Recently, they were featured at the West St. Pete Community Festival, where their inviting display and unique offerings captured the community’s attention. Their commitment to supporting fellow local businesses highlights what it means to be a truly local shop in the Sunshine City.
Banyan Books partners with local businesses for pop up events
One of Banyan Books’ signature features is their “Blind Date with a Book” collection. Each blind date book is hand-selected and carefully wrapped by the Kindells, allowing readers to discover new favorites without knowing the title beforehand. This fun and creative concept has quickly become a hit at their pop-up events.
Building strong connections with the community, Banyan Books has already partnered with several beloved local businesses. They joined forces with Mastry’s Brewing on St. Pete Beach in early April for a pop-up book swap and shop. Guests brought gently used favorite books to trade, browsed new titles, and enjoyed good food and drinks while hunting for their next great read. They also recently hosted a successful “Books and Brews” event at Craft Kafe in downtown St. Pete.
New books and bakes event coming soon
Next, Banyan Books will host “Books and Bakes” on Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to noon at Cake Affection, 4691 100th Way N #B in Pinellas Park. Visitors will find a curated selection of books, timeless classics, blind date picks, and creative Mother’s Day gifts. Complimentary gift wrapping and a bookmark-making station will be available, along with cupcakes, pastries, and other treats.
To keep up with Banyan Books and find out where they’ll pop up next, follow them on Facebook.
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