Located on Annapolis's Main Street, Back Creek Books is a cozy, clean, and delightful bookstore in the heart of the city. It is full of curious antiques and marvelous old books, specializing in rare, vintage, and harder-to-find books in top condition, with a specialty leaning to aquatic topics. The shop offers a great diversity of many categories and titles for reading enjoyment, where customers can browse for hours. The proprietor is cheerful, helpful, and a great conversationalist who genuinely loves the store and appreciates visitors, offering pleasant interactions and fair prices. Close to City Dock, eating establishments, and other shops, it is a cool place for collectors and browsers alike, encouraging return visits.
This store has quite the collection of rare and eclectic books. Though the store isn’t especially expansive, there were half a dozen cabinets each with a dozen unique books.
March 2026
Gabby’s customer service was flawless and infectious. She was warm, knowledgeable and very accommodating. A must go!
December 2025
Awesome very well laid out mini fascinating books dairy Queen family store
