Friendly service, inviting atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, reasonably priced books... this is a…read moregreat local bookstore.

RiverRun is clean, bright and well-organized. The staff is friendly and helpful. But my goodness…read moreis it small. And with a significant portion of the space dedicated to children/YA books, there's just not very much to choose from. The last 3 times I've popped in there I've walked out empty-handed. It's a shame because it's a store I'd happily support if there was more to choose from.

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.

This is a small New England gem of a book store. Simply unique. My daughter loves all the old…read morebooks you can't find in the typical big box book stores.

The best bookstore around…read more Why you may ask? The setting is idyllic: An old red barn in a quaint NH town center The selection is fantastic: Over 20,000 books and back issue magazines The atmosphere is perfect: The quirky signs, mementos from years of bookselling, and artifacts of bygone eras all give the browser a sense of unbeatable literary nostalgia. After 15 years online, Avenue Victor Hugo Books is back, finally. This business was an installation on Newbury st. in Boston for nearly 30 years before closing its doors in 2004. And now it has found new life in a big red barn. Definitely check it out.

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!

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?

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

Great independent bookstore with a wide and eclectic selection of books, a generous kids' section,…read moreand a lovely view of the Squamscott river from a nice reading table in the back. Lots of helpful book recommendations are noted throughout the store. Not to be missed!

Love this used book store! Always something I enjoy is buying local and used books. Love to read…read morebut don't need the extra cost of new... highly recommend Annie's Book Store. Staff is outstanding. Knowledgeable and very patient when helping find an author.

Great little hole-in-the-wall store. I usually try to get in there once a month to try to buy…read morelocal. The owners are very knowledgeable about books/authors and what books they have available. If I'm looking for something specific and can't find it there, I usually wait a couple weeks and can usually find it there. (In some instances, I've found it on thriftbooks.com). But definitely an awesome story run by amazing people. Every time I go there, I can always find something that suits me. Would certainly advise people to at least check it out if they are in the area. You really can't find places like this anymore.

Great store, so many gifts and books to look at. They have some date with a book mystery options…read morewhich are SO fun, and they had a large selection of discounted and used books as well. Was also pleased to see they sell bottled water for $2, considering it is an impulse buy. Usually stores like this charge $5. Overall I was very happy with my purchases, and getting to explore the store.

Massive, block-long Indy bookstore with nice wide aisles for wheelchairs and strollers that has…read morebeen holding down the bookstore scene since 1898 or so. I guarantee they'll have whatever you're looking for, be it book, toy, or random silly sticker. Enthusiastic bibliophiles run the page, as it should be.

LOVE THE BOOKWORM! What a beat little store and the lady who was working when I went in, WHAT AN…read moreAMAZING person. The store is on the smaller side and such but it is clean and easy to shop. They have a rewards program too. I don't live close by, but maybe soon. I Will be back!

This bookstore has been a treasured ''go to" for me for years. Especially now when I refuse to…read moregive Jeff Bezos any more of my money (boo, hiss Amazon!!), I am committed to shopping/ordering locally. Their hours are 10-2 every day except closed on Sunday. They have recently expanded their footprint and have dedicated much more space to their used book collection. There are also wonderful small gift items and a gift for any "hard to buy for person" can be found in this gem of a store. The employees are delightful, knowledgeable and go out of their way to help. Run, don't walk to Gorham's Bookworm. You won't be disappointed.

Green Hand Bookshop is like the best kind of treasure hunt. I can (and have) spent hours here…read moreperusing the stacks for my next favorite read. It's excellent!

Ok, this place is amazing. It would make The Strand very proud. The selection of unexpected…read moretreasures is incredible. A perfect mix of contemporary and classic books, Green Hand is a magical bookstore. The staff is friendly and welcoming. On the day we visited, we took the number 1 bus along Congress Street, but it's also easily accessible on foot. We almost missed it because of the scaffolding outside, but we were so happy we didn't lose the chance to visit this local treasure. And it IS a treasure. It was recommended to us by the kind folks at Print, a Bookstore. I highly recommend it.

Letterpress has recently expanded and renovated, yet still maintains the friendliness of a local,…read moreindie bookstore. I can always count on the staff for personal recommendations. If they don't have a book I'm seeking, they'll order it and I have it in hand within a couple days. So happy to have an indie bookstore in the same plaza where I get groceries, handle my business's postal stuff, take my dog for supplies... so convenient and neighborly.

I love local bookstores and this one is no exception- it is small but mighty!…read more My hometown bookstore and first true love (Powell's Books in Portland Oregon) is three floors and covers a full city block....so by comparison Letterpress Books is small, but they have a a thoughtfully curated collection of books. Who needs ALL the books?! In truth, you really just need a bookstore to have good books and/or the book you wanted to get. In fact, Letterpress had exactly what I was looking for the first time I went in, which left me happy! You will find a nice selection of adult and children's books to suit your needs and the folks who were working were clearly knowledgeable book lovers who were ready to help.