Head House Books

Walk into Queen Village’s Head House Books on any given day and you may see something unusual: the store’s owner handpicking inventory from a seller. That care isn’t all that sets this independent bookseller apart. From the worn Persian rugs to the skylights that bathe the place in natural light, Head House has an earnest charm that chain stores seek to emulate but never seem to master. Don’t miss the “community” section displays, filled with books recommended by locals as well as those popular with area book clubs.