About Us

Named after the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794, which happened in and around our hometown of Bedford and featured several visits by President George Washington, Rebellion Books opened in June 2025 in a former antique store. The yellow brick house we now call home was originally built in 1897 and is one of approximately 50 independent bookstores located on the historic Lincoln Highway (US Route 30).

We provide a curated selection of new books for children and adults as well as games, puzzles, journals, and many unique gift items. If we don’t have what you need to help you develop your cozy, reading nook and get that just right reading vibe, please let us know!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I have my event or book club meeting at your store?

   Yes! We love hosting book club meetings and other small events. Soon we will have our backyard patio set up and will be able to host larger groups, but at this time groups of 20 or fewer are welcome. Please contact us to schedule using the form on the Visit Us page.

2. Do you have author events?

   We are working on scheduling author events later this year. We will update the page and our social media soon with updated event calendar. If you are a local author or have a local author to recommend please contact us using the form on the Visit Us page.

3. Do you ship merchandise?

   Yes, we will deliver in-stock merchandise within 10 mile radius of the store or we can ship to your home using USPS. Shipping costs are calculated at check-out.

4. Do you sell gift cards?

   Yes, you can buy digital gift cards on our website and physical gift cards are available in store!  You can also request a gift receipt when you purchase In stock merchandise in store!

5. Are you hiring?

   We are always accepting applications from local readers who want to help us build a great reading community in Bedford and want to share their love of books with others. To apply, please send your resume to us using the form on the Visit Us page.

Shop Our Inventory/Merch

All in stock items can be picked up in the store within about one hour once you submit your order, or they may be shipped to your home. Shipping will be calculated at checkout. 

Looking for a book we don’t have in stock? Consider shopping through Bookshop.org. Our store will earn 30% of any sale you make through Bookshop.org when you select Rebellion Books as your store or use the link on our menu. Books will arrive at your door just as if you ordered from one of the big box stores and you are still supporting a local business.