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October 2023 by Allie Benter
This is such a well curated shop, 10/10 recommend! Used book selection is small but overall book selection is excellent. The assortment of non-book but book adjacent and gift related items is excellent as well. LOVED the amount of shelf talkers! :)
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October 2023 by Kelly Opipari
My favorite book store but it was closed today. I’ll look forward to my next visit. ?
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September 2023 by Carl O.
Don't visit this store. Just visited 9/2/2023 about 2:35PM EsT. The person working there asked my wife and two toddlers to leave for sitting and reading a few books. They're sitting right here at the rocking chair and stool provided. My daughter (4) had two learn-to-read books and we were reading them for a couple minutes to choose. My Son (2.5) had a Bluey book and was excited about a stuffed witch toy. We were in the store less than 15 minutes. The older man working there asked my wife and children to leave because 'they needed to make space for other customers' and was making a hand gesture to 'wrap it up' in the same vain as someone who is asking an award speech to be wrapped up. The store wasn't even very busy, 6 or so other people and we were in the kid-specific section. That's pretty rude to do to someone. We put the children's books and toy back. I wouldn't suggest shopping here. Apparently if you sit to decide which book to choose or if your kid gets too excited you're a nuisance. Genuinely my children were not disruptive at all and we were going to make a purchase. I stepped outside for a couple minutes and they came out after being asked to leave.
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August 2023 by Katherine B
This bookstore is a true gem! The owner and staff are so knowledgeable, kind and inclusive. If you haven't stopped into Downtown books, make sure it's top of the list when you visit Manteo. You won't be disappointed!
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August 2023 by S S
Love independent bookstores, this was our first time visiting this one & found some great new & used books, plus a few other souvenirs. I love that a lot of the owners / employees in downtown Manteo know the goings on of their fellow stores, and this place was no exception, as we were looking for info on a place and artist we met last year.
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June 2023 by Lincoln Baldwin
Pretty good but lacking good history mostly just historical fiction. Overall very nice ?
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May 2023 by rmwaltermyer
A quaint book store, well stocked and well serviced. The owner treated us like she knew us! My honor to acknowledge her during National Small Business Week.
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April 2023 by Tres Williams
Cute shop in historic Manteo. Well curated selection of books for kids, young adults and adults. Nice reading area in the back. Limited used book selection. Ultra friendly and helpful staff.
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April 2023 by skippy0703
I truly fell in love in Manteo...THIS BOOKSTORE! The actual high point of my vacation. I could have stayed in there all day/night. I adore very quaint independently owned bookstores. The always have selections that the big box stores do not carry. I have visited the store twice in 3 days. I bought 5 books. If I had stayed longer in the area, my car would have been full and I would be completely broke. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They are great at recommending books on local history. Great selection of children's books and young adult book as well. You just have to stop in and buy some books to read on the beach.
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April 2023 by Joanne Stecz Milasus
What a beautiful little bookstore. The staff is always helpful and the selection of books especially on local history is vast.
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December 2022 by Roxie Ballard (Celliegirl)
Cute little bookstore with lots of local authors! I had to stop by and grab a Nicholas Sparks book! If you are in the area, I would highly recommend this cute little bookstore to grab a beach read or an autographed local author book would be great too!!
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December 2022 by Shana Gray
Wonderful selection and you may find your favorite author has stopped by and signed books. Very helpful staff.
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October 2022 by Jenna Fennelly
I brought my son in last week while we were on vacation because we forgot his bed time book. The gentleman working was amazing with him. Asked him what kind of stories he liked and even what grade he was in to make sure it was appropriate for his reading level. We went in for 1 book and walked out with WAY more. We will definitely be back.
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October 2022 by Carol Piper
Love stopping in here. One of the best places for a big selection on books about the outer banks, plus everything else in between. Bet you can't leave without buying anything.
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October 2022 by Nicole
First time in this area, very cute little bookstore. Good options and I just loved the feel of the atmosphere! <3
