Dream Palace Books & Coffee, which opened in 2023, will close at the end of July. The Indianapolis Star reported that the store, which offers both used books and new titles from small presses, "sells a curated selection of books it calls radical, absurd and experimental. Its niche collection includes books on fine art, poetry, theory and more." The store did not give a specific reason for closing in its social media announcement.
Owner Taylor Lewandowski posted: "While this was a difficult choice, we have decided to close our doors effective July 26. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve the community of Indianapolis and foster numerous events over the years, like readings, latte throw downs, countless open mics, a literary festival, and much more. To the regulars, the strangers, the organizers, the impeccable staff, and anyone who was a part of Dream Palace, thank you and hope the moments at Dream were memorable and special. While this was not the ideal outcome, we are honored we had the chance to create an alternative space in Indianapolis."