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Third Mind Books is a brick-and-mortar bookstore and venue located in Downtown Ann Arbor, Michigan. We carry new and used editions, and we specialize in rare books and collectibles related to the Beat Generation and other notable literary movements. We host open mic nights every month as well as book signings, writer presentations, and more throughout the year. Inquire through our site about hosting YOUR event at our store. Stop by and browse our vast selection of rare and unique items or shop online at thirdmindbooks.com
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Fran K
April 2025
AMAZING selection of books new in print and good classics, big focus on beat generation writers and their later inspirations. Laid out beautifully, well stocked but not visually overwhelming to browse. I found multiple books here I haven’t been able to find any where else. The clerk behind the counter was so kind and we had a nice little talk. I will definitely be coming back!! All in all my definition of a perfect bookstore :)
APRIL Z
November 2023
Opened about one and half year ago. This cool store has a series of used and collectible books. When a reader comes to the contact with book/art, it came to a space “ third mind”.
Cara Wendling
November 2024
I am an Author who wrote a kind of beatnik themed book about a political revolution. I was in downtown Ann Arbor for the first time today visiting bookstores. This one was my very favorite. I especially loved how Wes (the employee) made me feel at home there (he let me charge my cell while I walked around and also helped navigate me) and it was a great conversation we shared. Thanks so much Wes! I’d like to stop by again soon as I loved my time exploring Ann Arbor! Very cool and unique bookshop. Next time I’ll talk less and shop more. Sorry about that.
Connie Hansen
March 2025
I was thrilled to find a copy of Olympia magazine No. 2, published in Paris in 1962, for sale on the internet from Third Mind Books. It has several articles about the artist Brion Gysin and his Dreamachines.- fascinating stuff! Third Mind Books had great communication, fast shipping, and the magazine was extremely well packaged. The price was very reasonable also. Highly recommend this seller and I hope to visit their brick and mortar store in the future! A+++++++++
Andrew Selinger
July 2022
They sell a specific category of books, from the Beat generation. Not necessarily my thing, but Arthur Nusbaum (the owner/manager) is an expert on the subject and shows his appreciation for each visitor. This store is the passion project of one man's career and is perfectly at home in one of America's best book cities. Ann Arbor needs more character retail like this - encouraging to see them find a storefront in the Amazon era.
