Independent BookstoreVerified Black-owned
Black Pearl Books
Austin's premier Black-owned independent bookstore.
4.9(142 reviews)
·Founded 2020About
Founded in 2020 by Katrina Brooks, Black Pearl Books is Austin's premier Black-owned independent bookstore. The Burnet Road shop promotes diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through literature, with a deep selection of Black writers, banned books, and a welcoming LGBTQ+ friendly space. Hosts author events and book clubs.
“I opened Black Pearl in the middle of a pandemic because Austin needed a place like this. Books change lives — and our shelves are stocked with the writers who change them most.”
— Katrina Brooks, Owner
Highlights
Black-ownedBlack woman-ledLGBTQ+ friendlyAuthor eventsBanned books
Reviews
142 totalK
Keisha M.
2 weeks ago
The mac and cheese alone is worth the drive. You can taste the love in every bite.
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James T.
1 month ago
Found this spot on BLKAF and now I'm a regular. Best soul food in the city, hands down.