Tucked along 16th Street, Inklings is your neighborhood bookshop — a place where every shelf is hand-curated, every recommendation comes from a real reader, and you're always welcome to linger a while.
Every title is chosen with care — from literary fiction to Southern history and everything in between.
Our staff reads what we sell and will point you to your next favorite book — no algorithms required.
Book clubs, author readings, and story hours — Inklings is where Bedford's readers come together.
Inklings Bookstore opened its doors on 16th Street with a simple belief: that a bookstore should feel like a conversation with a well-read friend. In a world of one-click ordering and faceless delivery trucks, we chose to do things the slower, warmer way.
We're proud to serve Bedford and the surrounding Clark County community with a thoughtfully curated collection — fiction that moves you, local history that grounds you, picture books that spark wonder, and titles you won't find on anyone's bestseller algorithm.
Whether you're hunting for a specific title, looking for a gift, or just want to browse in a space that treats books like something worth savoring, we'll be here with a smile and a recommendation.
From debut novels to Indiana history, picture books to poetry — our floors are organized the way a real bookseller would shelve them, not the way a warehouse does.
Most Popular
Contemporary fiction, classics, mystery, sci-fi, and everything we'd hand-sell to a friend. New arrivals every week.
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Family Favorite
Board books, picture books, middle grade, and YA — plus our monthly story hour that little ones absolutely love.
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Local Pick
From Clark County archives to statewide titles — explore the stories that shaped the place we call home.
Browse the CollectionBooks are better shared. Join us for readings, story time, and the kind of events that turn customers into neighbors.
Every Saturday morning, we gather for stories, songs, and a little wonder. Perfect for ages 2–6, and a wonderful way to start the weekend together.
We regularly host Indiana writers for evening readings and conversations. It's our favorite way to celebrate the voices shaping our literary community.
Our monthly book club meets at Inklings for discussion, connection, and the occasional badly chosen title that sparks the best conversations.
Once a season, we transform the shop into a curated market — local authors, special editions, gifts, and good company. Worth marking on your calendar.
We're right on 16th Street in the heart of Bedford. Park, walk in, and take your time — the coffee's imaginary but the company is real.
1020 16th Street
Bedford, IN 47421-3734
Stop by Inklings Bookstore — we'll save you a seat and point you toward something wonderful. No appointment needed.