
Who We Are
Elk River Books is a collaboration by poet Marc Beaudin and journalist Andrea Peacock, both members of the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America (ABAA). Our goal is to provide a community gathering place for writers and readers, while offering superior quality merchandise, and maintaining the highest ethical standards of our profession.
Books
We strive to provide great reads and rare treasures with a wide range of outdoor literature, Western history, arts and Montana authors. We hand pick our regularly rotating stock, so there’s always something new. Click the link to browse titles.
Events
We regularly host readings and signings by world-renowned and emerging writers. Past authors include Jim Harrison, Terry Tempest Williams, Peter Matthiessen, Gretel Ehrlich, Doug Peacock, and Rick Bass. Click the link to see who is coming next.Hours: Mon-Sat, 10 am – 6 pm Sun, noon – 4 pm
120 N. Main St. (PO Box 2212), Livingston, MT 59047 – (406) 333-2330

- Used & New Books
- Outdoor Literature
- Montana Authors
- Western History
- The Arts & Poetry
- Biography & Memoir
- Children’s Books
- Cookbooks
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Shop Used Books
Browse our curated collection of used and antiquarian books, maps and ephemera either online or in our shop. Looking for something special? Drop us a note, and we’ll consult with hundreds of our colleagues in the trade to track down your treasure.
Shop New Books
Use our portal on Bookshop.org to find all your new books while supporting independent bookstores like ours. Just search for your book at the top search bar, or browse one of our curated lists.
Shop Audio Books
We have partnered with Libro.fm to bring you all your favorite audio books. Sign up through our storefront and help support your favorite indie bookshop. Happy listening!
Elk River Arts & Lectures
Elk River Arts & Lectures is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and cultivating Livingston’s literary heritage.