Specialties
Hi. A book Place is nestled in the middle of the North and South forks of Long Island, in Riverhead. Our collection is a mix of bestsellers, local authors and what we love to read. We have non-fiction, fiction and children's books for you to peruse as well as a well curated offering of local crafts and gifts mostly made by artists and crafters in the area.
We love hosting events and throwing parties. We have a few book club meetings monthly and offer the space as a great alternative to a busy restaurant or hosting in your home and displacing family members. Our crafters enjoy sharing their talents though classes and workshops giving us the benefit of not just showcasing art but manifesting it too.
Come and visit and you'll instantly feel the hum of our vibe. It's magic.
History
Established in 2022.
We opened on July 1, 2022 and it was the best day ever! We've slowly and constantly grown from day one and are eager to continue our growth as we plan for what our future will look like. Be it more author events, more books, more collaborations; whatever we plan we hope you'll join us.
Meet the Business Owner: Jocelyn K.
A Book Place is my dream, but its more than that too. It is a shop that has literally changed my life. As someone who has grown up loving books, not just reading them, but loving them; their weight, texture, smell, meaning, abilities, and possibilities. Books were like my safe place. They were where I found peace and sanctuary.
That shared, I hope my little independent bookshop instills safety and is that sanctuary for others. I hope it promotes joy and piques curiosity. That magic is a given and happiness comes from turning a page.
Also, I'm a journalist, photographer, religious studies and gender studies major, Librarian (Reader's Advisory Specialist) and School Media Specialist (turned private librarian 2020), a mom or a few littles, have a super mut and my hubby is the most patient human I know for always being at the ready for all of my big ideas.