Independent bookstores struggle to survive the growth of larger online retailers. If you appreciate the culture and convenience of a community bookstore, supporting the sellers in your area can help. These are our seven favorite bookstores in the Broken Arrow and Tulsa, Oklahoma, metro area. 
McHuston Books & Bistro
This Main Street bookstore is your stop to buy, sell, and trade used books in Broken Arrow. The proprietor even stocks out-of-print items, first editions, and other rare curiosities and collectibles. As for the bistro part of the name, visitors can enjoy classic Irish dishes such as bangers and mash, corned beef, and shepherd’s pie. McHuston Books & Bistro has been a fixture of the Rose District since 2006.
Whitty Books
This independent bookstore was founded in July 2018 by residents of the historic Kendall Whittier District in Tulsa who wanted a place to shop for books in their own neighborhood. Whitty Books emphasizes underrepresented authors, small presses, diverse titles, and other eclectic finds. The spot also hosts book clubs, workshops, live music, and other fun events, so it’s definitely worth the short drive from Broken Arrow.
Peace of Mind Books
Head to Tulsa’s Cherry Street District for a dose of local history, then stop by this bookstore to browse one of the nation’s largest collections of books on conscious living and metaphysics. In addition to more than 35,000 titles, this shop also stocks tarot cards, runes, stones, incense, jewelry, crystals, and gifts.
Gardner’s Used Books
Founded in Tulsa in 1991, this media superstore offers used books alongside DVDs, vinyl records, video games, and VHS tapes. As the largest bookstore in Oklahoma, it boasts 23,000 square feet of space so you can browse the stacks all day without getting bored. Locals recommend stopping for lunch at Senor Fajita’s or the RoseRock Cafe and Bakery, both of which share Gardner’s massive building.
Fulton Street Books and Coffee
This Tulsa bookstore with a mission strives to build a strong community and enhance intergenerational literacy through civil conversation. Fulton Street Books and Coffee is a women-owned business that emphasizes titles from diverse authors. After choosing a few titles to add to your must-read list, sip on a drip coffee, latte, or Italian soda from the enticing cafe menu.
Impulse Creations Comics and Collectibles
If you love comics and graphic novels, this fun store is a can’t-miss stop in Tulsa. Subscribe and save 30% on your favorite titles or browse the shelves and see what strikes your fancy. In addition to comics, Impulse Creations carries figurines, clothing, action figures, and comic book storage supplies.
Wizard’s Asylum Comics and Games
This family-owned comic store has been a Tulsa icon for nearly 25 years. You’ll find the state’s largest collection of graphic novels and comic books alongside board games and collectibles. Enjoy a weekly family game night and regular sessions of popular role-playing games such as Magic: The Gathering.
Whether your taste runs to fizzy beach reads, historical epics, or apocalyptic graphic novels, get something new to read and support independent businesses in the Broken Arrow area with this list of recommended indie bookstores.
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