Book Stores near Manchester, CT

“This was a great experience, and I wish they would reopen Barnes & Noble again in Dallas, Texas. I was back in Connecticut visiting when I went to this store. It was like stepping back in time. The whole atmosphere was still comfortable and inviting. I found a gift for my Mom, and didn't want to leave. I felt like I was a little kid again back in Bloomfield, CT. Next time I'm hitting the bakery!!?”

“I visited River Bend bookstore for the first time while passing through on Valentine’s Day. It is a very small store but was such a fun experience. The store itself is clean and bright and the staff all courteous and friendly. They had a fun little game of valentines tic tac toe for patrons to play that coincided with books in the store and you personally. I completed the game and got a prize for participating. There aren’t a ton of books in the store but a nice selection, plus a whole little room dedicated to kids books. I purchased a few things, a book for myself and another for a gift. I highly recommend this bookstore if you are in town.”

“I love this store! Although it can't be officially classed as wheelchair accessible, both manual and electric wheelchair users can phone the store in advance and arrange to enter via the delivery bay at the rear of the store. The local council has been refusing to allow the owners to build a ramp at the front entrance! If you're a wheelchair user and love rocks, minerals, books, clothing, and other metaphysical & spiritual items, don't let the alternative entrance put you off. The prices are excellent, and I've been in dozens of metaphysical stores from Nova Scotia to Central Florida. The range of rocks/crystals and minerals is vast, and their quality is great. There are items priced from $1 to thousands of dollars, so there's something for everyone. The store has several sections, so make sure to have a good look around. All of the members of staff are friendly, helpful, polite, and knowledgeable. Any time my husband and I are passing through Connecticut, we make time to visit this fantastic store. We live in Nova Scotia, but it's well worth the journey as a side-trip on our summer vacations. Shout-out to Sonja & Ed for their magical store and wonderful welcome 💖.
*My photos from inside the store are over a year old because I got a bit distracted by all the beautiful crystals!”

“The owner is a sweetheart and a fair businesswoman. The store is organized and clean. Good vibes. She is very knowledgeable about the products. Prices are reasonable as well.”

“Extremely grateful for the staff here. Spent all day yesterday looking for cards which people have been clearing to resell. Finally found them available at this store and they had limits which ensures there are plenty to go around. Thanks so much!”