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712 West Main Street, Peoria
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About this place Lit. on Fire Books

Lit. on Fire Books is an independent bookshop on West Main Street in Peoria, Illinois, near the Bradley University end of town. It's listed here as an LGBTQ+ venue and is known locally as an inclusive shop that stocks queer titles alongside used and new general stock, small-press zines and gifts. In a city with a small LGBTQ+ scene, places like this often double as informal community hubs, and the shop runs readings and other events. Check its social media for the current schedule and opening hours before making a special trip. Google rating 4.8 from about 190 reviews.

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194 reviews

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River Pax
River Pax Jul 2026
★★★★★

Thank you to Lit on Fire for helping keep our LGBTQ+ community safe and welcoming at your open mic night! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Ray Aremes
Ray Aremes Jul 2026
★★★★★

Great environment! Love their selection of journals. Good welcoming staff ♡

Brant Fessett
Brant Fessett Jun 2026
★★★★★

Cute neighborhood bookstore. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.

Heather Coons
Heather Coons Jun 2026
★★★★★
Amy Myers
Amy Myers Jun 2026
★★★★★

One of my favorite Illinois bookstores! I love the focus on women and LGBTQ+ authors, which make up most of their selection. I've found so many great gems here!

Raven
Raven Jun 2026
★★★★★

I absolutely love this bookstore! I've been here a couple times now and really want to get so many of their books! Their collection of both new and old books is fantastic! Any and all folk who want to do right by your community, I highly suggest visiting this bookstore, donate funds to help keep them running, and/or get yourself some books that can help you learn how to aid your community and help better society. Come here to open your mind and explore the perspectives of a variety of walks of life! Bookstores like this are important. They need our help to keep afloat!

Linda&Aunt Audrey Hardy&Gipson
Linda&Aunt Audrey Hardy&Gipson Jun 2026
★★★★★
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Last updated on 6 November 2026

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