Pop into Prelude for a chat about a new viral title making its rounds on the internet. Prelude regulars and book lovers Jenna Barber and Brittany Walker will lead us through a conversation about a buzzy title; the July pick is Conform by Ariel Sullivan. Register on our Eventbrite page.

You can purchase your book in-store or online for a free seat. If you find the book elsewhere, please grab a $10 ticket to help us cover hosting costs. Thanks!

Join the Prelude bookworm girlies as we reread the currently published ACOTAR books to prep for the October Book 6 Release!

There's a new ACOTAR book on the horizon, and we're re-reading the books to prep! Join the bookworms at Prelude Bookstore to revisit the adventures and romance of Feyre, Rhysand, Tamlin, Cassian, and the Courts. We'll tackle a title each month until ACOTAR 6 comes out in late October. Purchase a copy of the book in-store or online!

May 12: A Court of Thorn and Roses

June 9: A Court of Mist and Fury

July 14: A Court of Wings and Ruin

August 11: A Court of Frost and Starlight

September 8: A Court of Silver Flames

Register at Eventbrite. We’ve got two options: one for those who already own a book and need a reserved seat, and one for those who are purchasing the book for the first time through Prelude.

Join Abbi, the owner of Prelude, for a monthly discussion about a new-ish title, fiction or nonfiction. We’ll talk themes, structure, who we’d cast in a film version, how we felt about the ending- whatever comes to mind. The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.

July’s pick is The Infinite Sadness of Small Applicances by Glenn Dixon.

Register at Eventbrite.

Join us to discuss There is No Place for Us, the Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction work by Atlanta author Brian Goldstone.

Join Prelude owner Abbi, and Prelude bookworm Elizabeth Jamison, to discuss and recount There is No Place for Us, by local author Brian Goldstone. An urgent, important piece about the working homeless in Atlanta, this nonfiction book will make you think, make you mad, and hopefully make you want to help change the system so many Americans are stuck in.

Copies of the recently-released paperback are available in the store or can be purchased at Bookshop.org. If you have a previously purchased book, we have paid seats you can reserve! Visit our Eventbrite page to register.

*Prelude Bookstore will donate a portion of proceeds from this event to Community Assistance Center in Sandy Springs, a local organization helping families facing unforeseen financial crises.

Join Prelude as we dive into a published memoir/biography!

Prelude bookseller Taylor will lead readers through a discussion of a thought-provoking memoir/biography. Let's uncover the myriad of ways to live a life: what drives us? How does our beginning shape us as adults? What can we learn from walking in another's shoes?

July 8: No One Tells You This by Glyn MacNicol

The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online. Register at our Eventbrite so we have a seat ready for you.

Join us at Prelude Bookstore to get the warm and fuzzies about romance, love, and maybe a little spice! We’ll giggle our way through a discussion of a recent contemporary romance; June’s pick is Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune.

The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online.

Register at Eventbrite.

Compete against other teams to finish a 500-piece puzzle quickest for a prize and bragging rights!

Join us at Prelude Bookstore for a speed puzzling evening! Teams of 2 will compete to finish a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle quickest; first place gets a trophy! Each team gets to keep their puzzle.

Snacks and NA beverages will be available to participants; feel free to BYOB! We can't wait to cheer on our puzzlers!

Register at our Eventbrite page.

Come solo or plan a night out with your friends and, create a beautiful watercolor in the best local bookstore!

Join us at Prelude Bookstore in Dunwoody, GA for a guided painting event with local artist Martha Douglas. Each participant will recieve a hand-drawn outline and all the painting materials needed to experiment and create a beautiful work of art to take home!

Fun for any level of artistic experience. No addtional supplies are needed, but feel free to Bring Your Own Beverage :)

Register at the Eventbrite link.

Join us at Prelude to chat about a novel featuring LGBTQIA+ characters. Come ready to discuss themes, style, favorite lines- all the good stuff! The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.

In June, we’ll read Work to do by Jules Wernersbach.

Register at Eventbrite.

Join Abbi, the owner of Prelude, for a monthly discussion about a new-ish title, fiction or nonfiction. We’ll talk themes, structure, who we’d cast in a film version, how we felt about the ending- whatever comes to mind. The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.

June’s pick is A City on Mars by Kelly and Zach Weinersmith.

Register at Eventbrite.

We’re delighted to host local author Brittany Petish for a story time and book signing! Her True Heart Tails books features the stories of real animals, emotional connections, and the importance of nature. These beautiful titles will make you smile (and maybe want to pet a dog or goose!). We can’t wait to see you there!

The Zodiac Mixer brings together founders, creatives, and the socially
curious into a single curated room — using astrology as the entry point, and
intentional design as the architecture. Every detail, from conversation
prompts to the flow of the night, is crafted so people meet naturally, have
better conversations, and actually enjoy being there.

The zodiac gives every guest shared context before they've said a word.

"Are you a typical Sagittarius?" is already a conversation. The icebreaker is
built into the format. The room has shared language before anyone walks in.

Register on The Zodiac Mixer’s Eventbrite. We can’t wait to see you there.

Join Prelude as we dive into a published memoir/biography!

Prelude bookseller Taylor will lead readers through a discussion of a thought-provoking memoir/biography. Let's uncover the myriad of ways to live a life: what drives us? How does our beginning shape us as adults? What can we learn from walking in another's shoes?

June 17: Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton

The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online. Register at our Eventbrite so we have a seat ready for you.

Pop into Prelude for a chat about a new viral title making its rounds on the internet. Prelude regulars and book lovers Jenna Barber and Brittany Walker will lead us through a conversation about a buzzy title; the June pick is Rites of the Starling by Devney Perry. Register on our Eventbrite page.

The book is your ticket! You can purchase it in-store or online.

Did you know you can listen to your favorite audiobooks AND support Prelude Bookstore at the same time by purchasing your titles through Libro.fm? It’s an indie audiobook website that gives back to local bookstores!

In celebration of Audiobook Month, Prelude is hosting an audiobook walk! Join Ronni on Saturday to walk a loop around Dunwoody Village while listening to your favorite narrator in your ear. Bring your headphones and comfy shoes, and feel free to browse the shop when you’re done! No need to register.

*New Libro.fm users can start a one-credit per month membership with code SWITCH to get three audiobooks for the price of one!

It’s been a long week. Shake it off with a fun craft night at Prelude! Join Ronni and create a beaded plant you don’t have to water. All supplies included, though feel free to BYOB!

Register at our Eventbrite link.

Marni Mahjong is hosting a game evening at Prelude! A great way to connect with friends and practice your tile skills- or learn them! Register online.

Join the Prelude bookworm girlies as we reread the currently published ACOTAR books to prep for the October Book 6 Release!

There's a new ACOTAR book on the horizon, and we're re-reading the books to prep! Join the bookworms at Prelude Bookstore to revisit the adventures and romance of Feyre, Rhysand, Tamlin, Cassian, and the Courts. We'll tackle a title each month until ACOTAR 6 comes out in late October. Purchase a copy of the book in-store or online!

May 12: A Court of Thorn and Roses

June 9: A Court of Mist and Fury

July 14: A Court of Wings and Ruin

August 11: A Court of Frost and Starlight

September 8: A Court of Silver Flames

Register at Eventbrite. We’ve got two options: one for those who already own a book and need a reserved seat, and one for those who are purchasing the book for the first time through Prelude.

Alpharetta native Ashley Nicole Jones will be on hand to sign copies of her beautiful and moving book, When You Can’t See the Light. A grief and trauma counselor, Jones presents a way to process and move through dark periods in your life, poignantly illustrated with original artwork.

Put away your phone and connect with your group over some low-key jigsaw puzzles. Each ticket is for 1 table with up to 4 people. We'll set you up with a 500-piece puzzle at a table in our store; relax and connect screen-free and IRL. Take the puzzle home with you at the end of the night!

We'll have a few snacks and non-alcoholic beverages for participants.

Register at our Eventbrite page. One registration per table.

Join us at Prelude Bookstore to get the warm and fuzzies about romance, love, and maybe a little spice! We’ll giggle our way through a discussion of a recent contemporary romance; May’s pick is Star Shipped by Cat Sebastian.

The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online.

Register at Eventbrite.

Come solo or plan a night out with your friends and, create a beautiful watercolor in the best local bookstore!

Join us at Prelude Bookstore in Dunwoody, GA for a guided painting event with local artist Martha Douglas. Each participant will recieve a hand-drawn outline and all the painting materials needed to experiment and create a beautiful work of art to take home!

Fun for any level of artistic experience; No addtional supplies are needed, but feel free to Bring Your Own Beverage :)

Register at the Eventbrite link.

Join us at Prelude to chat about a novel featuring LGBTQIA+ characters. Come ready to discuss themes, style, favorite lines- all the good stuff! The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.

In May, we’ll read Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend by Emma R. Alban.

Register at Eventbrite.

Local author Man Martin will be signing copies of his latest non-fiction book, This Is a Book of Sentence Diagrams, a delightful exploration of language and structure!

Compete against other teams to finish a 500-piece puzzle quickest for a prize and bragging rights!

Join us at Prelude Bookstore for a speed puzzling evening! Teams of 2 will compete to finish a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle quickest; first place gets a trophy. Each team gets to keep their puzzle.

Snacks and NA beverages will be available to participants. We can't wait to cheer on our puzzlers!

Register for a table or get on our waitlist at Eventbrite.

Pop into Prelude for a chat about a new viral title making its rounds on the internet. Prelude regulars and book lovers Jenna Barber and Brittany Walker will lead us through a conversation about a buzzy title; the May pick is Starside by Alex Aster. Register on our Google form.

The book is your ticket! You can purchase it in-store or online.

Join Abbi, the owner of Prelude, for a monthly discussion about a new-ish title, fiction or nonfiction. We’ll talk themes, structure, who we’d cast in a film version, how we felt about the ending- whatever comes to mind. The book is your ticket, purchased in-store or online.

May’s pick is Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano.

Register at Eventbrite.

Pop into Prelude to make a bingo card to support your summer reading goals!

We'll provide all of your crafty needs, snacks, and NA drinks; feel free to bring your own supplies, snacks, and drinks! We can't wait to help you organize your summer reading goals!

To register, visit our Eventbrite page.

Join Prelude as we dive into a published memoir/biography!

Prelude bookseller Taylor will lead readers through a discussion of a thought-provoking memoir/biography. Let's uncover the myriad of ways to live a life: what drives us? How does our beginning shape us as adults? What can we learn from walking in another's shoes? Our May pick is Griffin Dunne’s The Friday Afternoon Club.

The book is your ticket! Purchase in-store or online.

Join the Prelude bookworm girlies as we reread the currently published ACOTAR books to prep for the October Book 6 Release!

There's a new ACOTAR book on the horizon, and we're re-reading the books to prep! Join the bookworms at Prelude Bookstore to revisit the adventures and romance of Feyre, Rhysand, Tamlin, Cassian, and the Courts. We'll tackle a title each month until ACOTAR 6 comes out in late October. Purchase a copy of the book in-store or online!

May 12: A Court of Thorn and Roses

June 9: A Court of Mist and Fury

July 14: A Court of Wings and Ruin

August 11: A Court of Frost and Starlight

September 8: A Court of Silver Flames

Register at Eventbrite. We’ve got two options: one for those who already own a book and need a reserved seat, and one for those who are purchasing the book for the first time through Prelude.