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Main Point Books

Every town deserves its own indie bookstore, and since 2013, Main Point Books has filled the gap for Main Line Philadelphia.

We nourish a love of reading by helping you find the book you were looking for and the book that you didn't know you needed. We are a place where you might meet an author, a neighbor, or an employee who will lead you in a new direction, encouraging exploration and discovery. Our goal is simple: to provide a haven to discuss, discover, and advocate for great books.

We strive to provide the extras that make for a wonderful shopping experience—a resolutely curated selection of titles to appeal to all ages and interests as well as customer service that makes shopping a joy. We want you to relish spending time at Main Point Books, to have it be a place where you feel comfortable sharing life's best and worst moments.

And, yes, we always believe there is a book for that.

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Upcoming Events

Sep17
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Author EventFictionGlenside

An Evening with Jodi Picoult

7:00 PM • Thursday, September 17, 2026The Keswick TheaterPresented by Main Point Books$42.99

Main Point Books is thrilled to welcome best-selling author Jodi Picoult with her new book "Hollow Bones," a riveting novel about the risks we take to protect the ones we love in a world where crisis is always just around the corner. This event is at The Keswick Theatre in Glenside, PA. The area business districts has restaurants if you come early, and there is a bar inside the theater. Tickets are $40 and include a signed copy of the book. Jodi will not be signing additional books or personalizing book you receive at this event. There will be a professional photographer to take individual photos of fans with Jodi. There area very limited number of Premium Tickets for $ 60, which include seating in the front center section and first call for the photo line. There are no obstructed view seats in the Keswisk, as it is one open space. Parking is available on the street and in near-by parking lots

Sep23
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Author EventNon-FictionWayne

Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz

6:30 PM • Wednesday, September 23, 2026Main Point Books$35

Main Points is thrilled to welcome Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz, author of "Dr. Mutter's Marvels," with her book "The Ballad of the Fugitive William Parker: A True Tale of Love, Murder, Treason, and Ordinary Folks Who Saved America." It's a rousing, true adventure that roams from Christiana, DE to Lancaster County to Philadelphia's Society Hill. This is a ticketed event; each ticket includes a signed copy of the book. The event takes place in our lower level event space.

Sep30
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Author EventCookingWayne

Alex George In the Mood to Bake

6:30 PM • Wednesday, September 30, 2026Main Point Books$40

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Alex George, the wildly popular baker, recipe creator, and creator of @LilyPCrumbs, whose nostalgic desserts and joyful baking videos have captivated more than 600,000 followers across social media. Celebrate the launch of Alex's highly anticipated debut cookbook, In the Mood to Bake, a collection of irresistible recipes inspired by childhood favorites, neighborhood bakeries, and the comforting desserts that make every day feel a little sweeter. From over-the-top cookies and dreamy layer cakes to playful twists on nostalgic treats, Alex's recipes are designed to spark creativity and remind us that baking should always be fun. This ticketed event includes: A signed copy of In the Mood to Bake A conversation with Alex about her baking journey, creative process, and cookbook Audience Q&A

Oct8
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Book SigningNon-FictionWayne

Denise Brown, "For My Sister Nicole"

7:00 PM • Thursday, October 8, 2026The Saturday ClubPresented by Main Point Books$40

Main Point Books and The Saturday Club welcome author/activist Denise Brown with her new book "For My Sister Nicole," a vital, trauma-informed book that illuminates intimate partner violence and the systems that enable it. This is ticketed event. Tickets include a copy of the book with a donation to help end domestic violence. Denise Brown was raised in a close-knit family in Orange County, California, and became known worldwide after the brutal 1994 murder of her sister Nicole Brown Simpson. Denise testified in front of the US Senate Appropriations Committee for increased funding for the Violence Against Women Act; President Biden and Senator Hatch cited her as “having done more for the issue of domestic violence than any other individual.” After three decades of advocacy, she is a sought-after speaker and educator on this critical public health issue.

Oct10
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Silent ReadingWayne

Banned Books ReadIN: Don't be Silent!

1:00 PM • Saturday, October 10, 2026Radnor Memorial LibraryPresented by Main Point BooksFree

Main Point Books, Radnor Memorial Library, and our partner Libro.fm are hosting a Silent Read-In for Banned Books Week! Join us from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm in the Winsor Room at the library. There'll be many comfy places to sit and read! At 3:30 pm there will be an optional discussion time about the book you chose. Readers of all ages are welcome! RSVPs are helpful but not required. Just join us! About the Event When you arrive, check in at the table in the Winsor Room and receive a code for a free audiobook from our partner Libro.fm. We'll also have some great swag give-aways!

Oct20
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Author EventArtWayne

Liz Karcewski "Little Doodles for Big Feelings"

6:30 PM • Tuesday, October 20, 2026Main Point Books$25

Main Point Book welcomes Liz Karcewski, @lizpop_art,, whose viral pop-art appears in brands including Better Help, Hippy Socks, and more. Each event ticket includes her new book "Little Doodles for Big Feelings," a colorful collection of pocket-sized affirmations, doodles, and heartfelt reminders to help you navigate the daily ups and downs of life on this floating rock.

Oct29
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Community EventHorrorWayne

The Only Murders in the Bookstore Season 4

6:30 PM • Thursday, October 29, 2026Main Point Books$30

The Only Murders in the Bookstore returns for Season 4! This year we'll be exploring dark realms of murder and mystery with authors Jason Rekulak, Vincent Tirado, and Jennifer Herrera, with special guest hosts Kirsten & Jackie of Beyond the Bookends. Tickets are $30, which includes a $15 coupon toward purchase of any of the books, snacks, and drinks. There will be special games and entertainment throughout the evening. Our Amazing Season Four Books Jason Rekulak, "Look What the Cat Dragged In," a new supernatural thriller about a young woman pet-sitting a cat with a mysterious secret, featuring more than eighty pages of illustrations. Vincent Tirado, "You Should Have Been Nicer to My Mom: A Modern Gothic Horror," where demons clash with inheritance claims as secrets unfold and violence is unleashed over twelve harrowing hours trapped in a house with the worst thing imaginable: family. Jennifer Herrera, "The Hunter," an atmospheric thriller that explores the dark side of a small town and asks: How can we uncover the truth when we keep lying to ourselves?

Nov3
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Author EventYoung AdultBryn Mawr

Cassandra Clare "The Last King of Faerie"

6:30 PM • Tuesday, November 3, 2026Goodhart Theater Bryn Mawr CollegePresented by Main Point Books$30

Main Point Books welcomes NYTimes best-selling author Cassandra Clare on tour with her newest Shadowhunter novel "The Last King of Faerie." Join us as The Mortal Instruments saga begins its stunning conclusion! This is a ticketed event happening at Goodhart Hall on the Bryn Mawr College campus. All attendees will receive a signed copy of "The Last King of Faerie" and access to Cassandra’s talk and Q&A session with their ticket to the event, but only 300 ticket holders will be permitted to enter the line to meet Cassie, get a book personalized, and get an additional book signed There are two ticket options: $40 Meet & Greet + Personalization Ticket (limited to 300): Includes event admission, a signed copy of The Last King of Faerie, and access to Cassandra’s personalization line, where attendees can get a chance to meet her. These tickets are first come, first served and available while supplies last. $30 Event Admission + Signed Book ONLY Ticket: Includes event admission and a signed copy of The Last King of Faerie only.

Dec1
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Author EventScienceWayne

Paul Halpern, "The Great Atom Debate"

6:30 PM • Tuesday, December 1, 2026Main Point BooksFree

Main Point Books welcomes back store favorite Paul Halpern with his newest science-for-smart-people-who-aren't-scientists title "The Great Atom Debate: Ernst Mach, Ludwig Boltzmann, and the Battle for the Essence of Reality." Come learn about the little-known story of how two of history’s greatest physicists waged a war over the existence of the atom and the nature of reality itself. This event will be in our lower level. RSVPs are requested; walks-ins are welcome as space permits. The book can be purchased at registration or at the event.

Dec8
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Author EventHistoryWayne

In Conversation: Moira Egan & Emily Wilson on Women in Greek Myth

6:30 PM • Tuesday, December 8, 2026Main Point Books$50

Main Point Books is thrilled to host this unique opportunity to hear renowned poet/scholar Moira Egan in conversation with renowned translator/scholar Emily Wilson. They'll be having a wide-ranging conversation on women in Greek myth and discussing their books "The Furies" and "Crossing the Wine-Dark Sea." Tickets for this limited-seating, intimate event are $50 and include a copy of both books.

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