Passages Beyond
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Opening in July, Perasma Book Company is an independent bookstore in Indianapolis specializing in travel-inspired books, thoughtful gatherings, and the joy of discovery. We believe books are thresholds: openings into new places, new ideas, and new ways of seeing the world.

INDIANAPOLIS

BROAD RIPPLE

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Find time to explore.

Through literature, immersive experiences that spark shared conversation, and thoughtful travel planning, we invite readers to become well read and well traveled. We encourage wandering beyond the familiar and into stories that expand both map and mind.

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Our story

What We Offer

At Perasma, we curate books and experiences for those drawn to the world beyond their doorstep. Our shelves are guided by curiosity across geographies, cultures, and ideas, and our programming brings those stories to life..

Whether you’re planning your next journey or simply exploring from your favorite chair, Perasma is a place where adventures begin, no matter your age.

Thoughtfully curated book collections inspired by travel, place, and global perspectives

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Author talks, book clubs, and travel-centered experiences designed to spark shared conversation and connect reading to real-world exploration.

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Personalized travel planning services, helping turn literary inspiration into meaningful journeys.

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A welcoming, community-oriented space created for curiosity, connection, and pause.

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what we’re reading

Currently On The Shelf

Cover of a travel brochure featuring colorful houses by a Mediterranean seaside, with mountains in the background and pink flowers in the foreground. The brochure is titled "The Mediterranean" by Lonely Planet.
Drawing of an abstract black and white pattern resembling a tall, curved shape with circular markings. Text reads: "The stars we do not see. Australian Indigenous Art."
Book cover for 'Somebody Feed Phil The Book' featuring Phil holding a bowl of noodles with chopsticks, with a white background and text.
Book cover for 'No Place to Be Single' by Felicia Kingsley, featuring a woman in a pink dress walking through a colorful landscape with rolling hills, trees, and small houses.
Book cover titled "Best in Travel 2026" by Lonely Planet, featuring the subtitle "The 50 Best Destinations & Experiences for the Year Ahead" and a globe icon.
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