Lost The Plot Grand Opening: Books, Tattoos, Authors, & More!

Don't miss out on the grand opening celebration of Seattle's newest mobile bookstore!

After operating for a few months for a soft launch, we are officially celebrating the completion of the bookmobile with an afternoon of books, tattoos, drinks, and more.

Here's what you'll find:

• Mobile bookstore w/ books, blind dates, and exclusive merch for the occasion!
• Two local tattoo artists from Prince Johnny Studio offering bookish flash tattoos on-site
• Paint & Sip: Paint your own tote bag with Inner Sparkle Arts! See details below.
• Local author signings throughout the event (more info coming soon)
• Shop local vendors, including bookish merch with Palm Creative & on-demand caricatures by a local illustrator
• Giveaways including books by local authors & Lost The Plot merch
• Photo booth to capture the moment & celebrate with us
• Book swap & exchange (see details below)

How The Book Swap Works:

Our book swaps are all about the cozy, casual vibes. They're designed to feel like a social event where you just happen to be surrounded by books. Here's how it works:

1. Bring 1–3 gently pre-loved books you’ve already read or are ready to pass along. Any genre is welcome! The only rule: bring books in good condition (something you’d feel good lending to a friend).
2. When you arrive, drop your books at the swap table (look for signage!), then grab a drink, browse, and start picking your next read.
3. To keep it fair, please take home the same number of books you brought. In the last hour, we’ll open it up to grab extras from what’s left.

Note: Most books* left over after the event get distributed to little free libraries around the area.

Paint & Sip w/ Inner Sparkle Arts (Add-On):

Get creative with us! Inner Sparkle Arts will be hosting a tote bag painting session at the event!

For just $30, you can paint a beautiful tote bag for your books! All supplies to create are included with your ticket, and an experienced art instructor will be there to provide guidance! It's the perfect opportunity to sit, sip, chat, and make new friends while enjoying a cozy day.

Purchase your ticket here or in person at the event!

Coloring pages & pencils will also be provided for a fun, free creative activity as well. Color with your friends and let your inner creativity shine!

Inner Sparkle Arts is a mobile art studio bringing beginner-friendly painting classes and creative experiences to the Greater Seattle area! We are passionate about providing you with a time and place to let your creativity shine!

Shop the Pop-Up

While you’re there, explore our curated collection of new and used books, “Blind Date with a Book” surprises, and bookish merch.

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Lost The Plot is Seattle's only mobile bookstore that focuses on adult fiction by and about underrepresented voices. We'll be there with a carefully curated selection of new & used books, blind dates with a book, and bookish merch.

*A small number of books may be kept by Lost The Plot to resell as used books, helping support future community events.