What's On
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New This Week
Read moreOverwhelmed by new release day? Check out a short list of titles we're most looking forward to this week.
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Around Town
Learn moreOur guide to the best events happening around Houston, from author signings to book fairs and beyond.
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May 3 | Audiobook Walk
Learn moreLet's take advantage of cooler temps this weekend with an audiobook walk at Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve!
Help, I read too many dystopians in a row and now I need to relax
Our favorite cozy fantasies to unwind with when the world feels just a little too heavy.
Beyond the Covers Merch
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Beyond the Covers Cat & Books Logo Hardcover Bound Notebook
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Beyond the Covers Cat & Books Logo Color Pop Mug
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Embroidered BTC Branded washed baseball cap
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The Trope Collection
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The Morally Grey Character - Trope Collection Unisex Hoodie
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Badass FMC - Trope Collection Women’s high-waisted t-shirt
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The Anti-Hero - Trope Collection Unisex Hoodie
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Looking for books?
We’ve transitioned all online book sales to trusted partners so we can focus on bringing Houston book lovers together through events and community. When you buy your books through them, you still directly support Beyond the Covers.
Get involved
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Support our work
Make a giftHelp keep our bookish community thriving. Your contributions help us keep events free for the public and create opportunities to bring Houston's book lovers together.
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Lend a hand
Sign up to volunteerFrom book fairs to pop-ups, our events run on community support. Sign up to join our volunteer list and get notified when we have opportunities coming up.
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Join the conversation
Join the DiscordConnect with our bookish community online. Share book recommendations, vote on book club picks, and stay in the loop on upcoming events.
Community & Partners
Meet the creative folks and small businesses that make our events so special.
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Meet the Authors
Meet the amazing authors that have participated in Beyond the Covers events!
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Meet the Bookstores
Better Than Therapy: Shop | Facebook | Instagram Brazos Bookstore: Shop | Facebook | Instagram By Book or By Hook: Shop | TikTok | Instagram...
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Meet the Vendors
Meet the Participating Bookish Brands, Stores, Makers & More! Aislyns Trends: Instagram | Facebook Backseat...
Good Stock
The brands we are proud to carry in our popup shop!
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Out of Print
Bookish merch with heart. Out of Print turns classic lit into tees, totes, and more—and helps donate books to communities in need.
Out of Print
Bookish merch with heart. Out of Print turns classic lit into tees, totes, and more—and helps donate books to communities in need.
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Ethical Global
We wrap every Blind Date with a Book in vibrant, upcycled, fair trade sari gift bags from Ethical Global—handmade, eco-friendly, and one of a kind.
Ethical Global
We wrap every Blind Date with a Book in vibrant, upcycled, fair trade sari gift bags from Ethical Global—handmade, eco-friendly, and one of a kind.
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Vibe & Glo Candle Studio
Vibe & Glo isn’t just about great scents, they're about creating intentional moments of self-care while giving back to the community.
1 commentVibe & Glo Candle Studio
Vibe & Glo isn’t just about great scents, they're about creating intentional moments of self-care while giving back to the community.
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Bookish News
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May 17 | Beyond the Covers is Popping Up at Cru...
We're popping up at Crushed ICE, benefiting FIEL Houston, on May 17th from 5 to 10 PM at The Garage at 2509 Alabama!
May 17 | Beyond the Covers is Popping Up at Cru...
We're popping up at Crushed ICE, benefiting FIEL Houston, on May 17th from 5 to 10 PM at The Garage at 2509 Alabama!
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Join us for an Audiobook Walk
Join me Sunday, May 3rd at 11 AM at Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve for an Audiobook Walk! We'll meet at the bathrooms by Layne Hendrix Memorial Beach (20215 Chasewood Park Dr., Houston...
Join us for an Audiobook Walk
Join me Sunday, May 3rd at 11 AM at Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve for an Audiobook Walk! We'll meet at the bathrooms by Layne Hendrix Memorial Beach (20215 Chasewood Park Dr., Houston...
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ALA releases list of most challenged books of 2025
Since 1990, the American Library Association has tracked reported challenges to books in libraries and schools across the United States. A challenge is a formal complaint about a title and...
ALA releases list of most challenged books of 2025
Since 1990, the American Library Association has tracked reported challenges to books in libraries and schools across the United States. A challenge is a formal complaint about a title and...



