A literary oasis in the desert since 1990, we are a little bookstore with a big selection of new, used, and rare titles. Inspired by the name of Seldom Seen Smith’s outfitting company and hideout spot in Edward Abbey’s The Monkey Wrench Gang, Back of Beyond Books keeps that spirit of exploration and discovery alive for locals and visitors alike.

We carry many titles from hard-to-find small press authors, with a focus on the geography, archeology, natural history, and guidebooks about the American Southwest and Colorado Plateau.

Back of Beyond is also home to a robust fiction section, a one-of-a-kind children’s room, and a carefully curated selection of YA and juvenile titles. You’ll also find indie bestsellers, games, and gifts throughout the store.

We love meeting book lovers from all over the world who come into our store to buy and sometimes sell to us too. We look forward to visiting with you!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STORE HOURS

9:00am – 9:00pm

WINTER HOURS

9:00am – 6:00pm

83 N. Main St.
Moab, Utah

Phone
435-259-5154

Email
store@backofbeyondbooks.com

 

CONTACT US

☀️ A handful of wonderful new picture books have come out this summer ☀️

🤠  Norman and the Smell of Adventure by Ryan T. Higgins - Adventure is calling to a young porcupine named Norman but when his truest friend Mildred (a tree) doesn't want to accompany him, he strikes out on his own and learns valuable lessons about himself and friendship. Adorable.

🤓  Millie Fleur Saves the Night by Christy Mandin - Return to the world of Millie Fleur, where she shows her community all the wonderful animals and plants that thrive at night. An incredibly sweet story about not being afraid of the dark and embracing the odd and unusual.

🌵 The Ballad of Cactus Joe by Lily Murray and Clive McFarland - This is a story about a saguaro cactus who has lived alone his whole life until one little bird changes everything. A little bit cowboy poetry, a little bit natural history and a whole lot of cute, this brightly illustrated book recently won the Reading the West Award in the picture book category. 

✨ Reviews by Sophie ✨

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Did you know you can purchase e-books and audio books from Back of Beyond Books? 

📕When using our online store simply click your preferred format ( hardcover, paperback, audio or eBook) when checking out!

👇 How to navigate 👇

👉Find most captivating title that tickles your fancy
⬇️Click down arrow located in available formats tab
📘Choose audio (Libro.FM) or eBook (Bookshop.org)
🛒Add to cart in your very own personal profile
💌Feel appreciated for supporting your favorite local indie bookstore
😎Enjoy ~ Listen to and/or read your new digs

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Want to see the future? This book invaded my dreams and I cannot stop thinking about it. Fast-paced, slow motion apocalyptic interwoven narratives about the way that climate change- and those fightingfor a better world - crashes over everything.  My #1 pick of 2025!

☁️ Review by David ☁️ 

Check it out using our link in bio!

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