A family-owned independent bookstore selling new, used, and rare books. Butterfat Books serves Ferndale and Humboldt County from 361 Main St. in Ferndale, California. 

We want Ferndale, CA to be the kind of American dairy farm community that President Thomas Jefferson boasted about in 1787 when he said, “Ours are the only farmers who can read Homer.” Being well-read is fundamental to a life of liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Butterfat Books serves the farmers of Ferndale (and all of our customers) by providing books that enrich our lives.

Please note that Bookshop.org orders are for direct shipment to home.  If you’d like to place an order for pickup at the store, please call us at 707-786-7053.

Order New Titles Online

Shop with us through bookshop.org and support our goal of serving our neighbors with books that enrich lives.

Shop Rare & Special Titles

We use eBay to sell our rare and special titles. The selection changes regularly.