Amazing local bookstore! A wide variety of choices and themes. Collectibles of old to modern…read more Something for everyone in here. I highly recommend it!

They offer a great selection of books across many categories., There is special attention to the…read moreHamptons and Sag Harbor authors, stories and content. We had a book signing with R.L. Stine the Goosebump's Author and it was so nice.

A very cute store with a great selection. Staff was very kind and helped my 7 year old find several…read morebooks that he was interested in.

I believe in putting my money where my mouth is. I avoid making purchases on "A----n" as I believe…read morein supporting and therefore shopping and supporting brick and mortar stores for everything I can including books. I discovered Burtons Bookstores on a visit to Greenport about three years ago and have been ordering all my books from Burtons ever since. Scott is always accommodating and I receive my order by mail in a few days or in week if it has to be ordered from the publisher. He even gift wraps the purchase , includes a note and sends it directly to the recipient of my gift. Gail J.

Good selection. Staff was friendly they had lots of kids books too. Enjoyed our visit.read more

Such a cute bookstore with plenty of options! It's definitely on the pricier side but it still fun…read moreto look around. So colorful! And super neat and clean here. A handful of people came in to browse while we were there. A great spot in this shopping center!

Every time I visit A Book Place I feel like I am visiting an old friend. The selection of gifts,…read morestickers, books, and Long Island specific products are abundant. After a crowded day at the Aquarium it is the perfect place to visit to find some peaceful merchandise that I know I'll love. The value of all the items is amazing. Every time I leave I am planning my next trip back to a book wonderland!

It's an independent bookstore. Fellow Readers and Bookworms, that ALONE should make you want to…read morevisit. Located in downtown Riverhead, it's steps away from the Aquarium and attached to Jerry and the Mermaid Restaurant (see my riveting review of this joint, as well! ) making it a perfect stop while hanging out downtown. Smallish but bright and airy, the bed of a vintage pickup is repurposed as the checkout counter. Very cool. An eclectic selection. You'll probably be able to find something for yourself. If not, you'll probably be able to find something for a gift. Small book nook for the kiddies, too! I'm not sure of the details but I do know they host small events now and then (author meet and greets and readings). Whenever you're out East, make sure to stop by!

This is the nicest used bookstore I've ever visited. It's charming, clean and very well organized…read more Happens to specialize in all the topics that interest me - art, photography, poetry, fiction. Lovely owner. Couldn't be better. If you love used books, be sure to visit here!

Ok. So why the 5 stars for a bookstore? Because it simply ROCKS, that's why!…read more Here's what happened: Was across the street at Shelter Island Craft Beer Company sampling their wares (see separate review ;)) Noticed a book store across the street. WHA...? How could an independent bookstore survive on insular Shelter Island when a shit ton of other indies, and even mega-book depots like Borders, have been shuttering? We just had to check it out. Plus, we saw some woman with a Boston Terrier the same type of breed we own) either enter the store or perhaps the adjoining house so that sealed the deal for us. I wasn't expecting much: I thought it would be piles and piles of books culled from flea markets and yard sales. Far from it. Though the selections are limited, it is a well-curated store. I, for one, was in awe of the small shelf dedicated to chess books. There were several first editions, one dating back to 1866! And, of course, clocking in at $400, was something that was a joy just to hold! Several other shelves held rare and 1st edition children's books. Stuff you maybe don't want your toddler fondling but maybe something to gift to the Grands to read from over the holidays. In the front was a glass case with books from Alllistair Crowler. A tad creepy for me but hey! It IS Black Cat Books after all. They had some comics and actual pulps in protective covers. We did not go upstairs (I don't know why. It's not like we were in a rush or anything) but it seemed they had CDs and actual vinyl to boot! The whole place was light and relaxing. Comfortably cooled on this warm, late summer day, there were multiple seating options that invited you to take a load off and maybe peruse your selection before purchasing. In small, work areas behind the stakcs and near some of the shelves were many other books labelled for placement. many looked VERY old. I was dying to get my mitts on them just to see what they were. But that would be rude. I mean, it's not like I'm going to find an original King James in here, (Or will I?) Where do they GET this stuff? What WAS missing (unless it escaped me) were periodicals. No newspapers or mags which was actually refreshing. The place was FOCUSED. This is where you come to find good, rare books. This place is out-of-the-way for the rest of us Long Islanders. It takes me a good hour to get to Greenport proper and then a $20 roundtrip ferry ride to Shelter island (car, driver, passenger). But I have to say, it's damned worth it, especially if you are into books. Take a ride out there early. Find that gem (or three). Carefully wrap them in a blanket and secure them under the seat of your car. Hit multiple wineries and a craft beer joint on the way home. Gloat over your score. It makes for a great, great day! Cheers!

This is strictly a review for ordering online, since I haven't yet had an opportunity to visit the…read morestore - although after reading Brad P's terrific review, I certainly hope to get out there someday. I wanted to buy a limited-edition publication and I did a web search for sellers. Harper's Books was one of the very few booksellers with a copy, and their price was also the most reasonable (admittedly that was probably because the few other sellers had signed copies). I e-mailed the bookstore and received a response within literally about a minute. There were several e-mails back-and-forth re: certain details - and Chris (the co-director) was exceptionally responsive, accommodating & pleasant. The photos alone make the store look lovely and the service was superb!

I'd give this place 5 stars if only the guy who owned it was cooler. He could be so much cooler…read moreand less dick-ish. And if he were, then oh man this would be the coolest place to hang out in east Hampton. But a dick is a dick is a douche. And when you got a dick with a bad vibe running the place, the last thing you want to do is purchase anything from him. Pity. Now if I were the Dick, I'd say to myself, "Dick your talents aren't dealing with clients. Your talents are more academic. Or perhaps you have a good eye. Or are good with money. Stick with what you're good at. And hire some lovely charming fun person to be client facing. And stay in your office Dick. And watch your business grow."

Homeport's website says they close on Saturday's at 7PM and my mom and I tried to get into the…read morestore today, 9/27, at 5:55PM. The doors were already locked and an older blonde woman promptly waved through the door that they were closed. She came over to the door when we continued to stand there, and we pleaded to her to let us run in and buy a coffee mug. She told us no, and that they were closed. We told her the website said they were open until 7PM and she responded that it was "an old website," and "we close at 6" (It was still at least 3 minutes until 6PM). She rolled her eyes, huffed and puffed, and unlocked the door to let us in. As we were greatly thanking her, she sarcastically responded, "I would love to get home and I know my family would absolutely love for me to come home too." While we are greatly appreciative that she let us buy the coffee mug (We were in and out of the store within 45 seconds), we did not appreciate the unnecessary attitude. We will not be returning and if you plan to visit this store, ensure they are open beforehand, to avoid being disappointed and encountering rude employees.

I love this store. Every time we visit the Hamptons I come here, and get something small for the…read morehouse. This time I didn't find anything however it's still enjoyable to browse around since I brought my cousins here.

Very friendly customer service. Lots of cool & unique things in this cute little shop…read more Great place to shop for yourself or for a gift. Will definitely return when i'm out here again.

Yikes. My mom and I walked into this store and were greeted by scowls. My mom complimented the…read moregirls behind the counter and said the dress on the mannequin at the door matched the flowers beautifully and they just stared straight through her. The entire time we were in the store I felt so unwelcome and felt these girls just staring at us judgmentally. Really unpleasant store, there's a way nicer thrift store with amazing customer service down the block. And the only "thrift" items they have are rings. Don't waste your time.