About · Haven Books

Welcome to Haven Books.

We're so glad you're here.

Haven Books is a small, woman-owned online boutique built around the idea that reading should feel like an experience — cozy, curious, and full of voices worth listening to.

✿ small batch✿ woman-owned✿ Ohio-made
Our Mission · 3 things we care about

What haven means to us.

We're here to celebrate stories — and to create a small, welcoming corner of the internet where readers can find ones worth keeping.

· voices ·

A safe space for diverse stories

Whenever possible, we source books by women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ authors — including highly-rated debut writers — so the voices that don't always get heard get a stage here.

· curation ·

Thoughtfully chosen, not algorithmically picked

Our books are carefully researched and highly rated across Storygraph, Goodreads, and beyond. A plethora — a veritable smorgasbord — of well-written reads.

· whimsy ·

A little surprise, a lot of care

We specialize in Blind Date with a Book — every package is unique, with personalized wrapping and cozy extras. No two are exactly alike.

Hi, I'm Amy

A single parent in Ohio with a serious book habit.

Hi! I’m Amy, and I’m passionate about books. I’m a single parent, based in Ohio, with a background in writing, music, theater, reading (of course), and payroll. My day job is part data analyst, part project manager, but I am a full-time book nerd.

I’ve always loved getting immersed in a story, so I wanted to create a welcoming space where readers can find beautiful stories. Incorporating the element of surprise – such as our specialty “blind date with a book” products – just adds to the fun!

I have poured my extensive experience as a reader and a writer into curating each product, and I’m so excited to grow Haven Books.

Recent Read The Women of Wild Hill
Author I love Marisa de los Santos
Reading spot A cabin among trees
Beverage of choice Chai latte
— Amy
Founder · Curator · Full-time book nerd
Our manifesto

Things we believe at Haven.

  • 01 Reading is a form of self-care.
  • 02 Diverse voices make every shelf richer.
  • 03 The element of surprise is part of the magic.
  • 04 Used books deserve continued life — keep 'em out of landfills.
  • 05 Small, slow, and thoughtful beats fast and forgettable.
  • 06 Every package should feel like a little gift, even, and especially, if it's for you.
Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the destination, and the journey. They are home.
Anna Quindlen
Thank you

For supporting a small business.

For taking the time to breathe and share stories. For believing books still matter.

we appreciate you ♡