Very nice local bookstore. I always try to support them whenever I can. If you are willing to…read morewait a couple days for something to be delivered, you could get it in the same amount of time as waiting for Amazon to ship it in most cases. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable. Would shop here any time.

The service was nice and welcoming. Great selection from abc books to Witch information. Prices…read morewere good and 10-20% off can't remember which.

I remember a day here which was very exciting for a young author…read more He was brought before me, and we were introduced, "Dan Browne, this is David Field." I said "hello," rather than "Can you lend or give me a few million bucks." Of course, at that time he hadn't released the "Da Vinci Code" so I guess he wasn't quite as rich as I'd hoped. I was introduced because I'd bought his pre-DaVinci novels and liked them - especially the one about computers. Browne was very pleasant, and I've read the Da Vinci Code since then and liked it far more than his critics. Maybe they needed a book to hate. And the bookstore! The proprietor, Dan, is an extremely friendly guy, and seemed to be able to remember all the books I'd bought. The store has a large selections of books for all interests, and the staff pics I bought unknown turned out to be great recommendations. You may be soured on books from the chain stores - visit Water Street books and see how well a bookstore can be when the owners have a passion for books.

I am really appreciative of the diverse selections this (New England) bookstore has to offer…read more I would highly recommend to all.

This is by far the best book store that I've been into. Many many years ago I found an amazing…read morebookstore in Aspen, Colorado . . . it was always my very favorite, until Illume came to town. They have a beautiful collection of classics, more than you'll find anywhere else. There's absolutely a book for everyone at Illume. The atmosphere and the wonderful energy in Illume is undeniable. My hope is that they have found their permanent home in Market Square, here in Newburyport. Debra D.

Illume bookshop is a must visit destination in downtown Newburyport. A highly curated store,…read moreIllume's Jen Perry has all the books you've been meaning to read over your lifetime, as well as books hot off the press. If you don't see the book you want, Jen can order it for you. There are author talks and book signings, event nights and giveaways, as well as board games and art for sale. Several book clubs are offered during the winter months for thoughtful discussions, learning new skills, making new friends, and reading fun. There's value in community. I visit often to pick up my next read, meet with friends, and chat with Jen. Excellent and friendly service, I highly recommend Illume for your go to bookshop.

Visited for the first time and was blown away! Incredible selection with multiple price points…read morebased on format/condition, and then some! Went on a Saturday afternoon and it was far busier than I had anticipated which was great, love that for them and the bookish community, and the staff were very friendly. Will be back!

This is a large used bookstore with clearly marked sections, a public restroom (that has seen…read morebetter days) and ample free parking. It is not near a major highway. All books are from 2015 or later, no paradise for resellers looking for antiques, plus for used they're already marked up compared to other places I have been including library sales. The benefit is the wide selection. They also have DVDs and other media. Went to check this out as it is the largest used bookstore in the state but am unlikely to return due to the distance from home. If I lived in the area I would go back. My go to for books is the library but I was buying for two other people, one who lacks transportation and one who has mobility issues. They also buy books.

On my way out of town decided to stop into this little shop right at opening. I knew it would be…read moregood based on how many people were already getting food and drinks. They have such cute names for specialty drinks that I was having trouble choosing. I settled on a classic honeybee latte (honey and vanilla) which was the perfect combination of both. I tried the chopped Italian cream cheese which was unique but I really liked the depth. The service was super great and the library feel made it a nice place to sit down. Prices are great as well and hope to go back soon !

Excellent coffee and old-school ambiance. There is a long line here on weekend mornings. I could do…read morewithout the political signs on the door. Unfortunately, decent coffee and leftist politics seem to run together these days. A coffee shop should be a hospitable place. Instead of telling us who isn't allowed inside, why not state something positive you represent? Eg "we support immigrants". Nearly all of the customers are white anyway, so it looks like a transparent marketing ploy, and is poor business practice.

I went in looking for a James Baldwin novel and an Ursula LeGujn novel and found both, plus a…read morememoir that I wasn't seeking. Not that I'd expect to find exactly what I wanted each time I go here, but this place has a wonderfully curated inventory and the feeling of a flea market too, among the used books. Who knows what you might find, browsing while independent radio plays in the background?

The second of third Portsmouth book stops for Indie Bookstore Day. This is a spot you could easily…read moreget lost in spending hours searching for that hidden gem/special book. Many older books in really nice condition. In what appears to be a house converted into a literary haven for book lovers, it's a spot that could easily be missed if you aren't directly searching for it! Despite having many older and used books they did honestly have a good selection of newer and popular books too! Compared to many other spots of similar nature I really appreciated the fact they had some newer and popular books in contrast to used books. It's a great way to bring in both those who want the popular and new and those looking to search through the shelves for that hidden gem! Prices seemed reasonable and while we did not interact with the owner nothing negative to say. A spot worth checking out if you find yourself in Portsmouth. One of a few Indie Bookstores you can support here in town!

Huge Barnes and noble with great harry potter selections and vinyl. Absolutely terrible for audio…read morebook selection. Clean, great space and well laid out. Pretty typically for a Barnes and noble except for maybe bigger than most.

The bathroom has still not been fixed 4 months later. Really sad that they haven't fixed thisread more

The gentlemen in this shop are quite knowledgeable about art, paper, framing, and books. They are…read moreartists when it comes to helping you find just the right frame and mat. I had a water-damaged watercolor, and though they weren't able to completely remove a fold, they made it look beautiful. I've had several items framed here, and they are beautiful. Worth every penny.

Has a nice feel in here with all the old books, maps, etc. Why do stores like this always have a…read morecute dog wandering around? Also a nice collection of local and contemporary art. A bit pricey, as are most shops in Exeter, but some fun stuff.

This was our next stop after Rite Aid. Yelp had the hours listed wrong so I thought we had to be…read morethere before it closed at 2:00, but it closes at 4. I've told Yelp HQ and the hours and days have been corrected. We walked in and were greeted by Francine. I told her I was looking for "A Gentleman in Moscow" and she went to look for it but didn't have it. I had borrowed the book from the library, hadn't finished it and couldn't renew it because someone had a hold on it. While Alan cruised the back room, she directed me to the front side room, where she had checked. There I saw a large print book by Louise Penny and a copy of "Cloud Atlas", by David Mitchell. I got into a conversation w/ another woman, who had been alphabetizing some of the books, to the delight of Francine, who teasingly offered her a job. We talked about books, of course, and I recommended "Cloud Atlas" to her and she took it. I was telling her about Louise Penny and another woman joined our conversation and wrote down the name of the first book in the Gamache series. The conversation was a delightful treat and even if I didn't find my book here, it was a great experience. Alan, of course, found a couple of books.

Small little store, with an area for kids books, a small area for new books, and a small room for…read moreused books. The two older women that run the store aren't the friendliest people around, you feel like you're bothering them as you casually look around. Prices are kind of high, especially on their used books.