Ernest & Hadley Booksellers

Ernest & Hadley Booksellers brings serious literary culture to Tuscaloosa's lively downtown strip, drawing University of Alabama students, faculty, and the broader community into its warmly inviting space. Named for Ernest and Hadley Hemingway, the store celebrates the craft of writing alongside the pleasures of reading, with strong sections devoted to creative writing, university press titles, and Alabama authors. The cafe serves as a writing workspace during the day and transforms into an event venue at night. The store has become a vital partner to the university's celebrated MFA program, hosting thesis readings and visiting writer events throughout the academic year.