There's always a pretty great selection especially if you are looking for something collectible…read more Have me a great set of Smiley books by Lecarre for a very fair price

This was a great stop for my family. Everyone found a books or three for our road trip. And the…read moredollar shed has some really good finds.

This is one of the nicest Bull Moose stores we have been in…read more Parking - a BREEZE - so many options, not crowded/competing with a to of other businesses. The store was neatly organized and well stocked, like most Bull Moose stores. The staff was super attentive and friendly. You can tell they are well liked by customers/community - they seemed to know everyone that was in there. We just had a quick visit to pick up an online order. It was fast and so easy. The person that helped us was really nice and we could hear that she had a cold of some kind - so I was relieved to see that she was wearing a mask in consideration of others. There were a lot of elderly customers while we were there and I can't imagine an illness would be helpful. The prices, especially for newer releases are very competitive even against giants like amazon. And it's supports Bull Moose - locally owned with much better customer service than big box. They also have never cancelled a pre-order on us, unlike other big retailers. Bonus - their loyalty program is AWESOME!!!!!

I'm writing to clear up some misinformation I received over the phone. I was told that online…read morereturns could be processed in-store and refunded to my card since the items were unopened. However, upon arriving, I was informed that the store does not accept online returns. I'd appreciate it if you could ensure your staff provides accurate information to save customers the unnecessary trip. Thank you.

The oldest book store in Maine filled with tons of books, great sales on selected books, greeting…read morecards, gifts, candies and more! I loved checking out the Maine Mysteries section and also the staff picks. The store is well laid out and organized although it would be easy to get lost in here for hours. I bought a few books on sale, some candies and a magnet. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Plenty of parking in lot. I will be back again and would highly recommend a stop in.

Shermans aren't all alike, and that's really refreshing! While the bones of the business are the…read moresame, each spot has their own personality and charm. Personally, I like the way the Falmouth store is laid out more (having so many staff and neighbor recommendations immediately at the front of the store). This Sherman's in Topsham feels like it wants you to do your own exploring; it's cleverly/cheekily organized (make sure to look at the bookshelves titles). We were here for at least an hour just leisurely looking through the bookshelves, before making another lap, and another... I'm sure we could have been here even longer, and no one would have minded. It helps that they have chairs throughout! From what I understand, this Sherman's does an exceptional job with special orders, so if you're looking for something specific, reach out to these folks! The staff seemed *very* selectively friendly (I wasn't on the receiving end of that warmth, but I watched them have welcoming, neighborly banter with other customers [regulars, I'm guessing]). This is one of those places you WANT to sign up for their rewards program: you just need to give them your name and phone number and for every $200 you spent you get $10 a credit!

Been going there for 20 years. Original owners are good people and the store has always been handy…read moreand consistent. Good selection, willing to dicker occasionally on price.

The post holiday bargains are aplenty here. So much in fact that they are literally spilling out…read moreinto the hallways on various racks. My favorite find that I should have snagged was the "Pimple Pete" board game. Aside from games and books this store also boasts holiday garb (necklaces and trinkets), Harry Potter swag, loads of stuffed animals and everything in between. This mall has historically held 1-2 bookstores and I'm so glad this one is here.

Very good selection of books; old and new..I enjoy the History Section as well aa the Classics"…read more Also maps and charts galore..not just a few, but more..and Smores..- Recipes..Gardening know how..a Treasure trove for the literary craving you may have..

Just bought a wonderful set of travel and exploration narratives printed in 1903! The set arrived…read morein the mail in perfect condition and was just as described on ABE Books. I couldn't be happier. Well done.

Love this bookstore and I go as often as I can. Great place to find great literary classics and…read morecurrent reads at a reasonable price.

We always find something. We don't mind the trek as it has a ton of great selections and the owners…read moreare super friendly and prices are reasonable.

Take a rainy day and prepare to spend hours here. I gave myself an hour and not nearly enough. No…read more Used book stores are a dying business but not here,,! Owner super kind, casual, and there are so many books...and more books..and more,,! I asked owner if he was planning on folding up shop anytime soon, and he replied, "soon as I read all of these books." A must visit

Unfortunately, this shop was sold to a new owner a few years ago and now there is no selection;…read moreevery time I have asked about a book I have been told I could order it online. There is such a small selection, no unique gifts, no warm and cozy environment. This used to be a favorite, but I can no longer recommend.

Visited the Tribune (I still call it Books n' Things) today with my sister and had such an…read moreenjoyable experience. Not only is this book store well lit, well organized, and overflowing with beautiful items, but the customer service is out of this world. We entered the store in hopes of finding a gift for our good friends daughter who is turning one in the following days and were overwhelmed with beautiful books to pick from. In addition to the lovely books were adorable toys, puzzles, and clothing options for any little one in your life. (I may have bought my daughter a few things while in the store too.) I saw an adorable little wooden train toy in the play area of the store and brought it up to the front desk in hopes she could help me find another one just like it-- there were no other trains sets in the store but she allowed me to buy the one from the store! I love supporting local businesses and this is one to get behind. Perfect for a gift for any book lover or any person who loves durable, quality, Maine based items. I am excited to make the Tribune my regular book store after moving back to Maine after living in Nevada for the last 5 years. Cant forget to mention there is also an upstairs to the store that I was told has beautiful clothing items. (Unfortunately I ran out of time today and did not get to browse around upstairs.) Be sure to visit the Tribune for any of your book/gift needs-- support local business!

They were closed when I walked by on Sunday morning but noticed that had a lot of different types…read moreof puzzles in the windows. Now that it's getting chiller, people staying in more due to Covid wanted to share this!

Gulf of Maine is one of my favorite indie bookstores anywhere!…read more There aren't many places in Brunswick that date back to my youth that I can say that I've been a fan of and someone who shops there. Gulf of Maine. Not even Bull Moose has been around since 1979, like Gulf of Maine. Back when my politics and literary tastes were still forming, I ventured into the store that Beth Leonard and Gary Lawless were running (on the other side of Maine Street, if I recall). They've managed to maintain a presence in downtown, long after many other similar stores have disappeared. For me, there is no other bookshop that carries such a wide array of what I'd characterize as politically progressive books and authors--Noam Chomsky, Ward Churchill, Howard Zinn, Barbara Ehrenreich and a host of others. But to label G of M as merely a political bookseller misses the point entirely. Both Gary and Beth carry a wealth of Maine writers, too. I mean, even a veritable unknown writer like me has had success selling his titles through their store. Plus, I now know who Ruth Moore his simply because Gary and Beth are a fan and I asked about the bumper sticker I saw on their car that read, "Read Ruth Moore." I believe that bookstores make communities richer, especially stores that don't just cater to the lowest common denominator, or stock merely bestselling hacks and their trade paperbacks, not that there's anything wrong with them. The next time you are in downtown Brunswick, park your car on Maine Street, walk up and down the vibrant main thoroughfare, bordered by an ample village green, independently-owned coffee shops and other unique shops, and make sure you stop in and see what a real bookstore looks like. That would be Gulf of Maine Books.