Wild Rumpus Books
@wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social
For young readers and the young at heart. We're the independent children's and young adult bookstore with a little purple door. Posts mostly by Rumpian Timothy.
Est. 1992
Minneapolis, MN, USA
https://linktr.ee/wildrumpus
Est. 1992
Minneapolis, MN, USA
https://linktr.ee/wildrumpus
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why order books through Am*z*n when you could order from Wild Rumpus Books Dot Com and probably get some cat hair packaged in with it
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It was pure (spooky) joy to celebrate @transhorrors.bsky.social's new YA horror, THE TRANSITION, with the crew at @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social last week. If you're a fan of queer-led supernatural stuff with big doses of film nerdery, check it out.
November 1, 2025 at 3:27 PM
It was pure (spooky) joy to celebrate @transhorrors.bsky.social's new YA horror, THE TRANSITION, with the crew at @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social last week. If you're a fan of queer-led supernatural stuff with big doses of film nerdery, check it out.
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Come on down to @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social tomorrow, Thursday Oct 23, for Queer Cryptid Night where I'll be chatting with @transhorrors.bsky.social about their new YA horror, THE TRANSITION, a book about being trans and also being a werewolf. See you there.
October 22, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Come on down to @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social tomorrow, Thursday Oct 23, for Queer Cryptid Night where I'll be chatting with @transhorrors.bsky.social about their new YA horror, THE TRANSITION, a book about being trans and also being a werewolf. See you there.
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Local Mpls Friends!
Come on down to @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social on SATURDAY 9/13 for a celebration of my new book, IT'S TACO KNIGHT!, illustrated by @estrelalourenco.bsky.social, plus actual tacos from Fiesta Mexicana!
A taco book + a taco truck! 🌟🌮📖🥳
Come on down to @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social on SATURDAY 9/13 for a celebration of my new book, IT'S TACO KNIGHT!, illustrated by @estrelalourenco.bsky.social, plus actual tacos from Fiesta Mexicana!
A taco book + a taco truck! 🌟🌮📖🥳
September 9, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Local Mpls Friends!
Come on down to @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social on SATURDAY 9/13 for a celebration of my new book, IT'S TACO KNIGHT!, illustrated by @estrelalourenco.bsky.social, plus actual tacos from Fiesta Mexicana!
A taco book + a taco truck! 🌟🌮📖🥳
Come on down to @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social on SATURDAY 9/13 for a celebration of my new book, IT'S TACO KNIGHT!, illustrated by @estrelalourenco.bsky.social, plus actual tacos from Fiesta Mexicana!
A taco book + a taco truck! 🌟🌮📖🥳
I would like to apologize to the NHL player who came into the store who I mistook for a *different* NHL player. you’re both very good at hockey and I hope both of your teams win (except when playing against my favorite team)
August 30, 2025 at 4:56 PM
I would like to apologize to the NHL player who came into the store who I mistook for a *different* NHL player. you’re both very good at hockey and I hope both of your teams win (except when playing against my favorite team)
We are mourning the tragedy at Annunciation Church this morning. Children deserve safety, education, and care. Today especially, our doors are open if you need a place to be in community with others.
August 27, 2025 at 6:05 PM
We are mourning the tragedy at Annunciation Church this morning. Children deserve safety, education, and care. Today especially, our doors are open if you need a place to be in community with others.
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Aug 8-10 is the Minneapolis Indie Bookstore Romance Day Crawl, returning along with Bookstore Romance Day. Get the punch card bookmark to participate at @moonpalacebooks.bsky.social @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social Magers & Quinn, Tropes & Trifles and more!
Bookstore Romance Day! | Moon Palace Books
Your neighborhood independent bookstore located in south Minneapolis. Selling new and used books since 2012.
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August 1, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Aug 8-10 is the Minneapolis Indie Bookstore Romance Day Crawl, returning along with Bookstore Romance Day. Get the punch card bookmark to participate at @moonpalacebooks.bsky.social @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social Magers & Quinn, Tropes & Trifles and more!
in my humble opinion, today is a perfect Sunday to visit us and then go read a book by one of the lakes
July 20, 2025 at 5:27 PM
in my humble opinion, today is a perfect Sunday to visit us and then go read a book by one of the lakes
factoring in inflation, Wanda Gág’s classic is worth Billions of Cats in today’s market
July 10, 2025 at 5:02 PM
factoring in inflation, Wanda Gág’s classic is worth Billions of Cats in today’s market
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We're running a Love Your Indie Sale all month, with 2,000+ audiobooks—because we really, really do love your indie. And every purchase supports them, helping their small business and your community.
You don't have to be a member to shop the sale, but members do take an additional 30% off 👀
You don't have to be a member to shop the sale, but members do take an additional 30% off 👀
July 9, 2025 at 6:04 PM
We're running a Love Your Indie Sale all month, with 2,000+ audiobooks—because we really, really do love your indie. And every purchase supports them, helping their small business and your community.
You don't have to be a member to shop the sale, but members do take an additional 30% off 👀
You don't have to be a member to shop the sale, but members do take an additional 30% off 👀
why order books through Am*z*n when you could order from Wild Rumpus Books Dot Com and probably get some cat hair packaged in with it
July 9, 2025 at 2:47 PM
why order books through Am*z*n when you could order from Wild Rumpus Books Dot Com and probably get some cat hair packaged in with it
closed July 4th so we can focus on keeping Eartha Kitt from entering every hot dog eating contest in the state
July 3, 2025 at 9:40 PM
closed July 4th so we can focus on keeping Eartha Kitt from entering every hot dog eating contest in the state
hey, uhhh… has anyone seen Waldo?
Waldo is hiding out in 25 Linden Hills business throughout the month of July! pick up a passport at any participating business and get it stamped for a chance at goodies and prizes!
details here: wildrumpusbooks.com/findwaldoinl...
Waldo is hiding out in 25 Linden Hills business throughout the month of July! pick up a passport at any participating business and get it stamped for a chance at goodies and prizes!
details here: wildrumpusbooks.com/findwaldoinl...
July 1, 2025 at 8:56 PM
hey, uhhh… has anyone seen Waldo?
Waldo is hiding out in 25 Linden Hills business throughout the month of July! pick up a passport at any participating business and get it stamped for a chance at goodies and prizes!
details here: wildrumpusbooks.com/findwaldoinl...
Waldo is hiding out in 25 Linden Hills business throughout the month of July! pick up a passport at any participating business and get it stamped for a chance at goodies and prizes!
details here: wildrumpusbooks.com/findwaldoinl...
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This weekend is the Indie Bookstore Preorder Party! Preorder THE TEAR COLLECTOR from participating indie bookstores such as @redballoonbookshop.bsky.social @mystgalaxybooks.bsky.social and @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social
and get 15%. ☔️
and get 15%. ☔️
June 27, 2025 at 4:49 PM
This weekend is the Indie Bookstore Preorder Party! Preorder THE TEAR COLLECTOR from participating indie bookstores such as @redballoonbookshop.bsky.social @mystgalaxybooks.bsky.social and @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social
and get 15%. ☔️
and get 15%. ☔️
Minneapolis! it’s dreary and wet, but the bookstore is dry and cozy. plus, tonight at 6pm we have @shanayoungdahl.bsky.social and Selina Li Bi visiting us for a conversation about their terrific new novels. get outta the rain with us!
June 26, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Minneapolis! it’s dreary and wet, but the bookstore is dry and cozy. plus, tonight at 6pm we have @shanayoungdahl.bsky.social and Selina Li Bi visiting us for a conversation about their terrific new novels. get outta the rain with us!
the Wild Rumpus Summer Reading Challenge is ON!
this charmingly tiny version was printed because the Stinky Cheese Man, our resident created gecko, asked to participate. pop in to get your own people-sized version and join in the fun!
this charmingly tiny version was printed because the Stinky Cheese Man, our resident created gecko, asked to participate. pop in to get your own people-sized version and join in the fun!
June 24, 2025 at 8:50 PM
the Wild Rumpus Summer Reading Challenge is ON!
this charmingly tiny version was printed because the Stinky Cheese Man, our resident created gecko, asked to participate. pop in to get your own people-sized version and join in the fun!
this charmingly tiny version was printed because the Stinky Cheese Man, our resident created gecko, asked to participate. pop in to get your own people-sized version and join in the fun!
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MSP people with teenage readers: Thursday 26 June, 6 p.m. at @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social, go see @shanayoungdahl.bsky.social talk about her new YA novel #ACatalogOfBurntObjects with Fargo-based novelist Selina Li Bi. Should be a great event (in a wonderful space!) #booksky #minneapolis
June 24, 2025 at 9:07 AM
MSP people with teenage readers: Thursday 26 June, 6 p.m. at @wildrumpusbooktore.bsky.social, go see @shanayoungdahl.bsky.social talk about her new YA novel #ACatalogOfBurntObjects with Fargo-based novelist Selina Li Bi. Should be a great event (in a wonderful space!) #booksky #minneapolis
drink some water!
June 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM
drink some water!
Minneapolis, if you need a place to cool off, come on in! we’ve got the AC on and and books are a great way to go on an adventure while avoiding the heat
June 21, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Minneapolis, if you need a place to cool off, come on in! we’ve got the AC on and and books are a great way to go on an adventure while avoiding the heat
help how do I track my reading progress on a Choose Your Own Adventure book in @thestorygraph.com. I was on page 49 but I went down the right hand passageway and now I’m on page 25
June 6, 2025 at 3:16 PM
help how do I track my reading progress on a Choose Your Own Adventure book in @thestorygraph.com. I was on page 49 but I went down the right hand passageway and now I’m on page 25
BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE
you can also visit us at BlackStack Brewing’s Book & Vinyl Fair today from 12-5pm!
you can also visit us at BlackStack Brewing’s Book & Vinyl Fair today from 12-5pm!
May 4, 2025 at 4:12 PM
BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE
you can also visit us at BlackStack Brewing’s Book & Vinyl Fair today from 12-5pm!
you can also visit us at BlackStack Brewing’s Book & Vinyl Fair today from 12-5pm!
TODAY we have the highest percentage of Wild Happenings™️ at Wild Rumpus of any day so far this year (and also the last few years combined)!
📖 12:30pm STORY TIME with Molly Beth Griffin!
🖋️ 2-3pm SIGNING with Dave Eggers!
📖 12:30pm STORY TIME with Molly Beth Griffin!
🖋️ 2-3pm SIGNING with Dave Eggers!
Molly Beth Griffin 'Far, Far Away' Story Time!
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May 4, 2025 at 3:43 PM
TODAY we have the highest percentage of Wild Happenings™️ at Wild Rumpus of any day so far this year (and also the last few years combined)!
📖 12:30pm STORY TIME with Molly Beth Griffin!
🖋️ 2-3pm SIGNING with Dave Eggers!
📖 12:30pm STORY TIME with Molly Beth Griffin!
🖋️ 2-3pm SIGNING with Dave Eggers!
construction season is here and today is the Linden Hills Neighborhood Garage Sale! if you’re driving to visit us, plan on parking being tight. if you can walk, bike, or bus, you should! it’s a beautiful day!
May 3, 2025 at 3:36 PM
construction season is here and today is the Linden Hills Neighborhood Garage Sale! if you’re driving to visit us, plan on parking being tight. if you can walk, bike, or bus, you should! it’s a beautiful day!
Indie Bookstore Day may have been this past weekend, but that doesn't mean we can't have two big weekends in a row. we have not one, not two, but THREE authors visiting on Saturday and Sunday! (details and links below)
April 30, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Indie Bookstore Day may have been this past weekend, but that doesn't mean we can't have two big weekends in a row. we have not one, not two, but THREE authors visiting on Saturday and Sunday! (details and links below)
thank you so much for an incredible Indie Bookstore weekend! we’re closed today, as usual on Mondays, to reset and get ready for the week 💜
April 28, 2025 at 4:45 PM
thank you so much for an incredible Indie Bookstore weekend! we’re closed today, as usual on Mondays, to reset and get ready for the week 💜