Beautiful store! Very friendly staff, the recently updated interior, and the view of the beautiful…read morebay make this one of the best bookstores I have ever been to. Highly recommend coming here! Very good selection of books as well

After lunch we were exploring Eastsound and stopped at Darvill's for some tea. Along with tea we…read morealso got a Sea salt double chocolate cookie. The cookie was amazing, we loved it. The view of the bay from the back of the store is amazing. I loved the book store, they have an excellent collection of books and the service was cheerful and helpful. Highly recommend the book store.

We love to see a bookstore thriving!! This is so much more than just a bookstore (and adjoining…read morepaper/confectionery/novelty shop). Its a community hub! I recently moved to Bellingham and Village Books (and paper dreams) actually really swayed me to move here. Its a book palace, 3 stories of well organized selection. The front facing books are well chosen, and the used books are interspersed with the new books. There are quite a few staff picks sections, all of which are super interesting and worth looking over. Three days before Christmas 2025 I was there trying to pick out a horror book for a friend of mine. Horror is not my genre (more of a fantasy and literature gal myself), so I for sure needed guidance. The shop lady spent so much time reviewing the whole horror section with me . When we couldn't find the main book we decided on me buying, she spent the time looking everywhere for it. She enlisted the help of two additional staff members. When she was needed for another task, she made sure one of the other shop ladies had me covered. I ended up ordering the book, which came in a few days and they texted me when it arrived. Easy peasy! I will never forget that experince, especially as the store was jam packed with x-mas shoppers. Village books in fairhaven is the spot! My only note is that their bookclubs could be better. The bookclubs are during the day and don't have different genre selections (they are mostly nonfiction). There is a silent reading bookclub that I might try. They could be cultivating different types of communities (ie book clubs geared towards romantasy, sci-fi, literature, etc.), but maybe that will come with time.

I really wanted to love the store. I'm long time book lover and one who worked in the book…read moreindustry for over 20 years. This store seemingly has it all; great selection of books, both knew and used, lots of old wood, and a staff that seems knowledgeable if a little bit unhappy. The last part can explain why the vibe is just off. It just doesn't feel comfortable nor welcoming, and if I had to put my finger on the cause, I would say it is likely due to management. I witnessed firsthand how the store manager ignored customers in line waiting to pay because he was on the phone. You never ignore the customers who are right in front of you. I wish the store all the best, but I'm gonna take my book shopping business elsewhere.

Cute book and coffee shop right in the heart of town. I was checking out the local author section…read moreand pleasantly surprised to see how many there are on the islands. At the time, which was 4th of July weekend all the shops were holding a where's Waldo hunt. It just made it feel so small town and friendly

Lots to look at in this cozy bookstore and cafe in Friday Harbor. Decent selection of books,…read morepuzzles, games, and souvenirs. Found a great adult coloring book here! Everything is neatly organized and clean. Staff was friendly as well. Will be visiting again next time we are on the island!

The pictures can't even describe the atmosphere as you walk in with soft jazz music in the…read morebackground , the substance of the wood floors and shelves filled with beautiful books . Tables interspersed throughout . Lovely unique pastries to go with lovely , smooth strong coffee. Welcoming staff skilled in coffee art .

Oh my stars! This bookstore.....is simply perfect!!…read more This is honestly the cutest book store I've ever been to. Great place for pictures, affordable great quality second hand books, and oh did I mention it's also a coffee shop. I mean could it get any better? No I don't think it could. I genuinely felt so happy the moment I stepped inside this store. It's just such a beautiful space that feels cozy and inviting. After walking around a bit I went to order a coffee. And I honestly don't think I've ever met nicer baristas in my life! They were all so sweet and kind and helpful! I tried out the fig leaf latte and the autumn tea latte and both were spectacular! Great flavor and smoothness. Overall I love this bookstore and it's well worth the drive! Definitely a hidden gem! I'll be back!!

This is the kind of place that I will happily get lost in. No, really, I will get lost in the maze…read moreof books here because it's the kind of bookstore where it's slightly disorganized as the entire floor has been taken over by stacks of books that need shelves, but there are never enough shelves for these written gems. Yes, Eclipse Bookstore is exactly where I want to be. We meant to visit Fairhaven because we had heard so much rave for Village Books, but coming to this place first spoiled it. I mean, I hate to say it, but there's something very special about Eclipse Bookstore that a Village Books or any other larger bookstore lacks. I think it's the lone man as the owner, doing everything, from accepting the used books, to pricing, to stacking, to ringing up people, to posting public hearings about land use development in the surrounding area on the bookstore windows, etc. I love it all. Depending on what you're looking for, they may or may not have it. But they have a lot that is completely unexpected yet something you'll desire. The used books are worth going through, and the rare collection was worth a gander with prices that are steeper but when will you ever find a first edition of Jane Austen's book about etiquette? If I lived in the area, I would be a regular. I was told to only buy two books from here, which was a challenge. But challenge accepted! I left home with two books (and another for a gift for my friend). Whenever I'm back in the area, I'll get lost here.

As a serious collector one of my favorites. Often gives me a little bit off the marked price.read more

Great selection of books and trinkets, and knowledgeable staff. Plenty of stickers (kind of pricey…read morestickers tho). Very LGBTQIA+ so that's a huge plus. Always something interesting for sale.

Love this bookstore! It has a great selection of books for all ages and genres as well as gifts…read more I've stopped by here last year and this year during mini vacations and bought some cute greeting cards. The staff is usually friendly and kind, adding to the cozy atmosphere.

Lopez Bookshop may be one of my favorite bookstores in the Pacific Northwest. The selection of…read morebooks is thoughtfully curated, offering a wonderful mix of genres that cater to readers of all types. There's so much amazingness packed into the shop, it actually overflows into a second space across the hall! In this neighboring space you'll find used books perfect for light summer reading. As I mentioned, there is something for everyone at Lopez Bookshop. My personal favorite section of the store is the children's book nook. It's an entire room of beautiful picture books and young adult novels by some of the most talented writers and illustrators. I could easily spend hours checking out the selections on display, and I'd love to be best friends with the book buyer so we could regularly talk about the latest and greatest in children's literature. Their love of children's books runs so deep, the confines of the book nook wasn't sufficient space to showcase everything. A lovely display of "Picture Books for Readers of All Ages" was featured in the main part of the store, wherein I found several books by Neil Gaiman, Sophie Blackall, and other writers/illustrators I adore. I found my happy place. The sales clerk was incredibly friendly, greeting me just as I walked through the door. She let me know she was there to help if I needed anything, and we had a friendly conversation about how well-curated the selections in the store were. I felt welcome, supported, and happy to shop in such a lovely place. A lot of love has gone into creating this bookstore. Visitors will find beautiful chalk drawings featuring poems and quotes throughout the shop, as well as colorful displays of books faced-out so shoppers can see what's new. Please do me a favor and buy your books from Lopez Bookshop because bookstores owned by true bibliophiles are the most magical places on earth. Shop small and buy local!

The Lopez Island Bookstore is nestled by neighboring coffee shops, restaurants, and Eden Wild B &…read moreB. This is a great place to pick up your summer reads or ferry waiting materials. The two books I'm digging into are: All the Light We Cannot See and Alice Hoffman's new release, The World We Kn

Holy crud! This place is amazing! The only drawback is that it's a little hard to navigate to…read morespecific sections, but the staff is very helpful. I was able to find every book I was looking for!

I love Henderson Books! A classic Bellingham favorite. They have a good system of organization…read morehere. While they have thousands of books here, I like that they are specific with their classification of their books. They are always a pleasure to frequent, and I think their prices are fair. They also sell antiques!

This is a well layed out book store. Biggest kid section i have ever seen. A whole room…read more Thru one wall is the used section , all divided by type. Another big room. i found two for me for 7.00. Can't go wrong in the used section. Two free book marks as a thank you. And they take books in trade for credit. That Could be useful.

Cute bookstore and gift shop. I always find a great selection of holiday cards here. New and used…read morebooks, cards, gifts, novelties, kids stuff. Tight aisles but means more to choose from.

Stopped in last year and loved the interaction with the owner so much decided to stop here again…read morethis year. Store has a little bit of everything from all over the world. Picked up a few items to bring home.

This is a great store no matter what ethnicity you are. I love the diversity of selections from all…read moreover the world, and the affordable price points. Spend time browsing to find that one of a kind treasure. I highly recommend!