Lit. on Fire Books

I’m new to Peoria as of May & Lit On Fire has been a safe haven for me! I love the events & the way Jessica, the owner, cares so much about our community & providing inclusive spaces for us to gather. It’s super special to have such a place to land when everything else is new to me currently. I am grateful for Jessica & the way she shows up for our community through events, being social justice focused, & COVID aware!

This is one of the best indy bookstores I've been to outside of Chicago. The selection was powerful for its size with a healthy balance of new/used books. They have great ambience and a nice (but not too much) selection of notions, art, and zines for sale as well. The owner was generous with their time and made great local recommendations for our visit. We got some great used Star Trek paperbacks and postcards for our trip. 10/10 would visit again and so should you.

Easily the best bookshop I’ve ever been to. You won’t find a better curated selection of books in the area. The used books are all in excellent condition and are totally just as giftable as the brand new books. The owner has clearly invested gobs of time, love, and energy into shaping such a welcoming environment that invites everyone to come together through a shared appreciation for written word. I’ve been to many bookstores in my life but this has to be the best one I’ve ever stepped foot into…there’s something for everyone at Lit. on Fire Books 😊

Beautifully laid out bookstore hosting a forward thinking selection of charged topics, mostly biased in a predictable direction, what we expected; the main room clean and inviting for the open mind. Got myself tickled surprised stumbling upon a new comic book styled adaptation of The Hobbit, didn't purchase, now I regret. Very much there had been more celebration of literature's full magic, iconic authors, celebrated series, unique publishers, instead of just a couple main topics. Noticed the solo staff quietly holding down the side room at the back corner checkout, oddly not near the entry. The second oddity was a bewildering array of invisible god replacements: fortune telling, card reading, and general assortment of materials bent on using the star charts and crystal as religion. Always amusing to see attempts made to replace a simple prayer and book based church, that's remained unaltered for four thousand years, the endless chaos of frantic scrabbling at palm lines, tea leaves, and incense doesn't go along with the rest of the progressive socially cared for collection here. However I understand how quickly the mind starts to make up its own sense of self with the easiest options at hand not necessarily the ones that will last or prove worthwhile.

Hands down the best bookstore in the area. An amazing selection of books new and used in a beautiful atmosphere. The owner and staff are so welcoming to everyone who enters, and the events they hold are always equally wonderful. I've been coming here for years and love buying birthday and holiday gifts here!

What can I say this place is the biggest ray of sunshine in the area. With great selections of both books and events this is a must see bookstore on your trip to peoria. And the owner is a lovely human who has contributed so much to the betterment of the community!

This is a beautiful bookstore chock full of classic titles and new treasures. The prices are reasonable, the staff is friendly, and it’s full throatedly queer friendly in an ever-more-bigoted age. Shop here. To hell with Amazon.

A cozy little bookstore that still boasts a wide array of titles—truly a best-of-both worlds type of situation. The owner and staff host regular events tailored to customer interests and are otherwise welcoming and accommodating. Through conversations with recent Peoria transplants, some folks have cited the existence of Lit. On Fire as at least one factor that contributed to their decision to relocate to this area. More than just a business, it’s a community organization. Definitely check it out!

Beautifully laid out bookstore hosting a forward thinking selection of charged topics, mostly biased in a predictable direction, what we expected; the main room clean and inviting for the open mind. Got myself tickled surprised stumbling upon a new comic book styled adaptation of The Hobbit, didn't purchase, now I regret even for a pricer new edition. Very much there had been more celebration of literature's full magic, iconic authors, celebrated series, unique publishers, instead of just a couple main topics. Noticed the solo staff quietly holding down the side room at the back corner checkout, oddly not near the entry. The second oddity was a bewildering array of invisible god replacements: fortune telling, card reading, and general assortment of materials bent on using the star charts and crystal as religion. Always amusing to see attempts made to replace a simple prayer and book based church, that's remained unaltered for four thousand years, the endless chaos of frantic scrabbling at palm lines, tea leaves, and incense doesn't go along with the rest of the progressive socially cared for collection here. However I understand how quickly the mind starts to make up its own sense of self with the easiest options at hand not necessarily the ones that will last or prove worthwhile.

Lit on Fire Books is hands-down my favorite bookstore in Peoria! It's a hidden gem of a place with an amazing collection of books that always seems to have exactly what I need -- or introduces me to something I didn't know I needed. The selection is wonderfully curated, and the store has a welcoming vibe that makes you want to stay for hours. The owner is absolutely fantastic--knowledgeable, friendly, and incredibly accommodating.

Reasonable pricing for new books, spectacular deals on old ones. They also have some really cool displays, fascinating doodads, and function as an important community hub. Wonderful.

Lit on Fire is more than a bookstore; it's community, a safe space, a creative space, and a resource hub for many things. The owner, Jess, is always knowledgeable, welcoming, and friendly. She can order books she doesn't have in stock and has a collection of both new and used books to choose from. The store is cozy and has several places to sit and read through something before buying. Worth visiting and patronizing, and I am glad Peoria has this business

Very cozy, nicely organized store. Owner is so accommodating and contentious. It feels like the bookstore you dreamed about when you first learned to love books. Just needs a fat friendly cat, and it would be perfect.

Best bookstore ever! Beautiful, serene atmosphere. Great selection of books. The fantasy section is incredible! Got to there.

What a splendid little used book shoppe! We found this place purely by accident, as it is across the street from the Thai restaurant we went to for a break from hospital cafeteria food. The name itself was what first caught our attention--so we decided to go inside and Get Lit! They have a swell sf/fantasy section, and all the books in the store are in pretty good nick and very affordably priced. The owner is very friendly and helpful. Bonus points (for both the store and its clientele) for not being able to keep any Octavia Butler novels in stock!