Barrett's Books is a locally owned, independent bookstore located in the historic Barrett's building in beautiful downtown Williamston. It is a medium-sized shop with a cleverly designed, comfortable, and inviting atmosphere, described as a nice calm place to escape. The store offers a wide array of items, including a lovely classics section and a wide selection of other quirky, unusual, and not your usual titles. It carries a variety of genres, many new books, and random used books. Beyond books, there are toys, games, puzzles, stationery, gifts, posters, multiple unique craft items, and an eclectic mix of surprises. Visitors can enjoy cozy seating, play a tune on the piano or a game of chess, and interact with a community typewriter. The people who run it are always the nicest, contributing to the store's 10/10 reputation as a unique shop to experience.