— Best New Bookstore
- And the winner is...
- Nook and Nowhere
The Basics
Opened: 2025
Neighborhood: Shelby Park
Self-description: “Louisville’s first bookstore/bar/cafe.”
Website: nookandnowhere.comBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 1
Total wins: 1The Voting Academy Says
“So cozy.”
- And the other nominees are...
- Butcher Cabin Books
The Basics
Opened: 2022
Neighborhood: Highlands-Germantown border
Self-description: “Horror bookstore and gift shop.”
Website: horrorbookstore.comBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 1
The Voting Academy Says
“Cute and niche, with a very good selection.”
- Foxing Books
The Basics
Opened: 2024 (2022 as a mobile bookstore)
Neighborhood: Beechmont
Self-description: “We believe that books are for all and want to give everyone the opportunity to build their love for literature.”
Website: foxingbooks.comBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 1
The Voting Academy Says
“Beautiful little oasis in an old brick building.”
- The Rosewater
The Basics
Opened: 2020
Neighborhood: Beechmont
Self-description: “More than a bookstore. We are a volunteer-powered used bookstore serving south Louisville by building relational networks and financial mobility for our low-income neighbors.”
Website: therosewater.orgBest of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 1
The Voting Academy Says
“I love volunteering with the Rosewater because it helps South Louisville Community Ministries.”