Parnassus Books

Novelist Ann Patchett founded this independent shop when both of Nashville's bookstores closed. It's named after Mt. Parnassus, which in mythology is the home of music , literature, and learning. Read more

I love that this place exists! Great atmosphere, I could get lost for hours. And the tiny entryway to the kids area makes me feel like a child again, full of wonder.

they do a fantastic job of curating books - i want everything on the shelf! awesome kids section too. lots of unusual, unique books ... bonus: ann patchett will personalize any of her books for free!

Anything you can get via Amazon you can get here. You can even order books shipped as gifts . Great place with helpful staff !

Helpful staff and a wonderful book store . Decent pricing for new books . (I say new because I also buy used-not sure if parnassus sells used or not)

Fantastic gem of a bookstore ! Warm atmosphere, great staff , wonderful events . Special orders usually take a single day. Beats the pants off of Amazon .

Every local writer should shop here. Ann Patchette is one of us.

Wonderful place! Great staff . Be sure to catch one of their author signings if you're a writer .

If you can't find a book , just ask, they're most likely to know where it is or have it in storage

Consider joining the First Editions Club. Signed first editions, hand-picked by the staff each month!

A great littlespot for books . Friendly staff . Small selection,but they seem to have everything you might need.

The only bookstore left in Green Hills . Staff is very helpful if you ask

There is an amazing variety of books there

Bought a copy of the innovators maybe I get it autographed by "the other Steve".

Karen Hayes & Ann Patchett 's bookstore , home to adorable shop dogs.

Great independent bookstore .

An independent bookstore in Nashville that’s pretty dope

There may be spooky books here!

Highly recommend

Mary gave me the best reading suggestions! Thanks!

Very nice people

Super book store !