Is this a bookstore?
We like to think of ourselves as a “bookstore installation”—a tiny bookshop that exists symbiotically inside a coffee shop (which also happens to be one of our favorite places in Toledo). Our hope is to offer the browsing experience of a great independent bookstore within a cozy community coffee shop. A perfect pairing, we think!

How does it work? Are you guys an extension of Plate 21? 
Nope, we’re a different business. We curate and stock the shelves behind the scenes so that you can buy your books directly at the Plate 21 register.

Do you take book donations or buy used books?
We're currently setting up used book-buying appointments on a case by case basis. Our needs vary depending on our current inventory, but we are always looking for classics and contemporary fiction.

We do not take magazines, encyclopedias, Bibles, textbooks or reference books. We also do not take books with water damage, heavy staining, or excessive underlining/highlighting.

Contact us at hello@youdreamedofbooks.com to tell us a little bit about your books and inquire about an appointment.

How can we keep in touch?
We're intentionally not on social media, but we'd love to hear from you!
Email us: hello@youdreamedofbooks.com