Index is a multi-roaster specialty bookstore located in Cleveland, OH. Our mission is to offer a large variety of books at deeply discounted prices and tasty drinks to sip while you read.
HISTORY
The store initially opened under the name Horizontal Books by owner David Kallevig in 2008. The operation was multifaceted with a primary focus on online sales alongside in store foot traffic. The store also has always had a unique pricing structure. The first book is 50% off the retail price, 60% off two books, and 70% off three or more books. This is made possible by keeping dozens of suppliers specializing in different subjects with a lot of the books being overstock or remainder titles. The layout is also unique in that the books are stacked horizontally on large, homemade plywood shelves. This makes it easier to read the spines as well as maximizes space.