About Our Independent Book Store in Cedarville, CA
Floating Island Books & Publications
is an independent Book Store in Cedarville, California, in the heart of Surprise Valley. Located in the far northeastern corner of the state, where northern California, southeastern Oregon, and northwestern Nevada meet, our bookshop is closely connected to the history, culture, and character of this rural region.
We welcome collectors, readers, travelers, history enthusiasts, and curious explorers looking for books and creative works beyond the ordinary.
Floating Island Books & Publications is very much a part of that setting. Our shop offers a relaxed place to browse, learn about the area, and come across titles you may not have expected to find. For local readers, it is a source of books and regional material. For travelers, it can be a memorable stop along the way.
An Independent Bookshop in Surprise Valley
Our Cedarville setting is an important part of who we are. Far from large commercial centers, Floating Island Books & Publications
offers a more personal kind of bookstore experience—one where visitors can slow down, browse at their own pace, and follow their interests.
The collection brings together rare and collectible books, new and used titles, regional subjects, and other unexpected finds. Some visitors arrive knowing what they want. Others simply enjoy looking through the shelves until something catches their attention.
That freedom to browse and discover is at the heart of our independent bookshop.
Floating Island Books & Publications is very much a part of that setting. Our shop offers a relaxed place to browse, learn about the area, and come across titles you may not have expected to find. For local readers, it is a source of books and regional material. For travelers, it can be a memorable stop along the way.
Books & Publications
The name Floating Island Books & Publications
reflects a connection to both bookselling and publishing. Our interest in the written word includes the stories, ideas, history, and knowledge that publications preserve and pass from one reader to another.
Visit our
Book Publisher page to learn more about our publishing work, or explore our
Book Store
page for a closer look at what you can find when you visit.
Floating Island Books & Publications is very much a part of that setting. Our shop offers a relaxed place to browse, learn about the area, and come across titles you may not have expected to find. For local readers, it is a source of books and regional material. For travelers, it can be a memorable stop along the way.
More Than Books on a Shelf
Our interests extend beyond traditional books. Visitors can also find photography and art, along with handmade journals for writing, sketching, observations, and travel memories.
For those exploring Surprise Valley, we offer travelers information, local lore, and helpful tips for discovering the surrounding area. These additions reflect the same interests found throughout the shop: creativity, history, exploration, and a strong connection to place.
Rooted in the Stories of the Region
The landscape and history surrounding Cedarville influence many of the subjects found on our shelves.
Local History, Culture & the American West
Our collection includes works on local human and natural history, Native American studies, California, and the broader American West. These books provide insight into the people, cultures, environments, and events that have shaped the region.
For travelers, they can add context to the places encountered throughout Surprise Valley and northeastern California. For local readers and history enthusiasts, they offer opportunities to explore familiar places from new perspectives.
The result is a collection that connects the experience inside the bookstore with the remarkable area beyond its doors.
An Eclectic Shop Worth Seeking Out
The distinctive character of Floating Island Books & Publications
has made an impression on visitors. One Yelp reviewer described the shop as a “one-of-a-kind, eclectic treasure trove” and a gem in Surprise Valley.
It is a fitting description for a bookstore where changing shelves, unusual titles, regional interests, and a rural California setting come together in a way that feels entirely its own.
Floating Island Books & Publications is very much a part of that setting. Our shop offers a relaxed place to browse, learn about the area, and come across titles you may not have expected to find. For local readers, it is a source of books and regional material. For travelers, it can be a memorable stop along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Floating Island Books & Publications different?
Our independent character, Surprise Valley setting, eclectic book selection, regional interests, art, handmade journals, and local knowledge create a bookstore experience closely connected to northeastern California.
Who will enjoy visiting the bookshop?
We welcome collectors, casual readers, travelers, history enthusiasts, and explorers interested in books, regional subjects, or an unexpected find.
What regional subjects can I find?
Our selection includes local human and natural history, Native American studies, California, and the American West.
Where is the bookstore located?
We are at 590 Cressler St, Cedarville, CA 96104, in Surprise Valley.
Visit Us in Cedarville
If you are exploring Cedarville or Surprise Valley, stop by and get to know Floating Island Books & Publications for yourself. We are open seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Visit 590 Cressler Street, Cedarville, California 96104, United States, call (530) 569-0211, or use our Contact page to reach us.
