Mystery & Adventure
For secrets, danger, and stories that keep you guessing.
An independent bookstore · Delafield, Wisconsin
Here, We Are Rebels
An independent bookstore for dreamers, storytellers, and anyone who would rather be somewhere fictional. This is a rebellion against scrolling, against rushing, against the itch to always be somewhere else. Pull up a chair in our shop and stay as long as the story needs you to.
The reading room
A quiet room made for losing yourself in a good book
Designed for the mood
Inspired by a library we've always dreamt of
Delafield
Unit C on Sun Valley Drive, parking out front
Your new favorite book is waiting.
How the reading room works →The name is the whole idea
Bold yet soft.
Ornate yet simple.
Delicate yet dark.
Rebel is the wild edge: the underlined passage, the story that talks back. Rosewood is the softness underneath — the worn armchair, the candle, the quiet hour with a book that enthralls you. Every reader carries both halves, and so does every good story.
The reading room
Curl Up With the First Chapter
No other shop in Lake Country makes this offer. Find a cozy spot, take in the new book smell, and read as much as you need before you decide anything. The whole room is yours to sink into, however long that takes.
Three house rules, and that is all: pull one off the shelf, sit as long as you like, and only take it home if you love it.
- Pull one off the shelf Any book, any shelf. No one will hover.
- Sit as long as you like The armchair is the point. There is no clock.
- Only take it home if you love it If it isn't, put it back and try another.
What's on the shelves
Browse by genre.
We also keep a small used book section — bring in your gently-read titles and get a discount on your same-day purchase of new books.
Classics
For stories that have earned their place on the shelf.
Romance
For longing, love, and a little bit of trouble.
General Fiction
For everything in between.
Sci-Fi / Fantasy
For worlds beyond the one we're living in.
Young Adult
For becoming yourself, one story at a time.
Pre-Teen
For finding your way through the wonderfully weird years.
Kids
For where every adventure begins.
Staff picks
What we're pressing into people's hands right now.
“For anyone looking to expand their classics catalog; you can always trust a Brontë.”
Picked by Amy 1800s Slow burn
“If all the hype about Greek Mythology has you curious, check this one out next — I couldn’t put it down.”
Picked by Amy I am woman, hear me roar
“One of the best gifts of literature I've ever received, and a book I will be rereading.”
Picked by Amy Quiet Contemplation
“Build character and learn life lessons, but in a sci-fi, future kind of way. Read this in my teens and still haven't forgotten it.”
Picked by Amy Sci-fi with heartMeet Amy
The woman who opened the door.
I opened Rebel & Rosewood because everyone deserves to have a place where they feel comfortable enough to get lost in the pages of a great story. I wanted to create a space where the quiet reader and the wild-hearted one could both feel at home, and where readers of any level could fall in love with stories time and time again.
If you're nearby, stop in and say hello. I'd love to hear about what you're currently reading. And don't be surprised if I've got my nose in a book just like everyone else. I can't wait to welcome you for your first or fifty-first visit.
— Amy
Visit
You'll find us in Delafield.
- Address
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2566 Sun Valley Dr, Unit C
Delafield, WI 53018 - Phone
- 262-894-7845
- [email protected]
- Parking
- Right out front. You'll find us in Unit C.
Hours
- Wednesday — Saturday
- 10am – 6pm
- Sunday
- 11am – 4pm
Holiday hours can vary. Give us a call if you are making a special trip.
Reader questions
Questions readers actually ask us.
Can I really just sit and read before I buy anything?
Yes, always. That's what the reading room is for.
Can you order a book you don't have on the shelf?
Absolutely. Tell us the title and we'll get it in for you.
Do you buy or trade used books?
We accept used books that are in good condition and from a smoke-free environment. When you bring in these used books, you'll receive a % off your same-day purchase.
*Note that we are unable to accept books in poor condition due to excessive wear, staining, damage, or odor.
Is Rebel & Rosewood kid and teen friendly?
Yes! We have a dedicated kids section (it's hard to miss!) as well as a section filled with books that span from early readers all the way to Young Adult books.
Do you offer gift cards?
We do offer gift cards, which make the perfect gift for picky readers in your life!
Can I bring my book club or use the reading room for an event?
We would love to host your book club or bookish event! For details, please talk to Amy if you stop by the store.