Successor at least multiple storesneed not be the arbiter of independence, as this regional bookstore shows. If you will be traveling, be sure to print out the bookstore list for the cities you will be visiting. Where to find independent bookshops in new hampshire. Did you know we have moved our milford store to the somerset plaza, 375 amherst st, rte 101 a in nashua. Wcax theres a new independent bookstore open again in downtown hanover, hoping to navigate the evolving world of retail in an ecommerce era. The case for local bookstores new hampshire magazine. How this independent bookstore in new hampshire became a hot spot for presidential hopefuls. Home bookstores bookstores in united states bookstores in new hampshire. Bauhan publishing is an independent publisher in peterborough, new hampshire. Bookery manchester is now live on facebook everyday at 9. We are back to selling books online, with a new, more robust solution from ingram book distributors. A fifth person in new hampshire has died from covid19, the state announced thursday, and 64 new positive test results have been found, the most of any day.
New hampshire independent bookstores july 18, 2019 michael kitch community of readers helps local sellers mount a recovery in the shadow of amazon michael hermann, owner of gibsons bookstore in concord. Best independent bookstores in new england new england today. New hampshires independent bookstores turn a new page. Were in the store answering phone calls 6032240562 and email, mondaysaturday, 104. But between 2009 and 2015, there was a 35 percent increase in the number of. As the largest independent bookstore in northern new england, in continuous operation since 1898, gibsons bookstore is able to offer not only a huge inventory.
Once gathering places, new hampshires independent book. Almost all of new hampshire s independent bookstores are open for curbside pickup and local delivery for the duration of the governors stayhome order. I asked owners and staffers at four independent bookstores, lemuria books in jackson, mississippi, riverrun bookstore in portsmouth, new hampshire, the silver unicorn bookstore in acton. We want you to visit as many of the 15 independent bookstores in new hampshire, get your booklet stamped and be eligible to win prizes as you visit stores throughout the day. Newpages guide to indie bookstores in new hampshire. You can stop by the bookstore to pick up or drop off the booklets. Its just 15 minutes down 101a in a larger space right next to market basket. The following is a directory of independent bookstores in new hampshire. Bookstores hosts over 5000 of the finest online bookstores and booksellers worldwide, with more than 50 million books. New hampshires independent bookstores are open for. We also import new specialty military books from canada, u. Main street how this independent bookstore in new hampshire became a hot spot for presidential hopefuls bookery manchester has become a popular venue for. Blockbuster blinked out of existence with the digitization of movies, yet bookstores remain. Use our bookseller search feature to find a brick and mortar or online bookstore by name, country, state or province.
In fact, the resilience of the printed book, paired with the business savvy of booksellers, have enabled independent bookstores to weather the. We are thrilled to be taking orders for signed copies of the new book by j. The best list of independent new hampshire bookstores center harbor. We are happy to be a small part of this store s history. Gibsons is the largest independent bookstore in northern new england. Bauhan publishing new england independent publisher of books.
Were in the store answering phone calls 6032240562 and email, monday saturday, 104. There have now been 479 cases of covid19 diagnosed in new hampshire, with 73 of them, or 15%, hospitalized. Phoenix, with multiple locations around vermont, boasts the combination of new titles and community involvement everything from tarot readings to literacy drives expected from a local purveyor of the written word. To see the event calendar for a bookstore, click its events page link.
New hampshires independent bookstores are open for curbside pickup, delivery if youre sheltered at home and want a book or a puzzle, you have more options than you might realize. How this independent bookstore in new hampshire became a. Were closed to the public during the covid19 crisis, until may 26, when our new shop by appointment program begins. From meeting candidates both democrat and republican to becoming a blogger for. White birch books local book store in north conway nh.
Welcome to the toadstool bookshops of southwestern new. Gibsons bookstore in new hampshire is one of the best. Morgan hill bookstore is a staple in the new london community. One concord shop in particular has grown a great deal in the recent years, and this year was named one of the best bookstores in the country by publishers weekly. A small shop split evenly between childrens and adult books, it champions new. It is an amusing look at the events of a political campaign. They speak often and meet from time to time, and may even refer customers to one another. Hitchcock and her coowner and husband, jeremy, opened the 16employee independent bookstore and cafe in 2018about 18 months after selling to oracle their internet infrastructure company, dyn, which theyd built in manchester. We focus on new england regional books in the areas of history, art, nature studies, and poetry, as well as venturing into thoughtful books that explore sustainability of both the earth and the spirit. Great independent book store gibsons bookstore, concord. Morgan hill bookstore a fine selection of books cranes.
Welcome to the toadstool bookshops of southwestern new hampshire, the monadnock regions most fascinating bookstores. Or, use our book search to search through thousands of book stores all with one click. First rate independent book store innisfree bookshop. One beacon street, 15th floor boston, ma 02108 617. Mostly books made a splash in 2008 by scooping the new bookshop of the year title at the bookseller industry awards. Bayswater books 12 main street center harbor, nh 03226 603 2538858 bayswaterbooks. Military history, aviation, uniformology, psychology, fantasy, science fiction, general history, cookbooks, proofsfirst edition modern fiction and authorsigned books and much, much more. Theres no better way to get familiar with a new city than to check in with booksellers in a locallyowned, indie bookstore. Vermont independent bookstores new hampshire independent bookstores.
The best independent bookstores in new england crow bookshop burlington, vt. A real independent bookstore mainstreet bookends, warner. The best list of independent new hampshire bookstores. A freethinkers corner part of small bookstore revival. Independent bookshops in southeast england books the.
Here in new hampshire, though, we have plenty of book lovers to support some excellent independent bookstore. The couple hoped such a business would attract more retail to the street. Best bookstores in new hampshire independent book stores. Gibsons bookstore concords indie bookstore since 1898. Water street bookstore is the largest independent bookstore on the seacoast of new hampshire. Among the 20 some independent bookstores in new hampshire, 14 are members of the new england booksellers association. The folks who work there will help you, but dont forget to ask, since they will let you wander for hours. In 2014, gibsons was awarded the coveted independent spirit award, given each year by the book publishers reps of new england to a bookstore that best exemplifies the spirit of the independent bookstore. The bestselling books at independent bookstores during the.
It features a terrific selection for a small store, friendly and nonobtrusive service, and a comfortable atmosphere. We will also be participating in a statewide bookstore tour. The most recent data available shows the number of independent bookstores fell sharply between 1995 and 2000. Happily, many independent bookstores are open, offering curbside pickup, shipping and, in some cases, home delivery. Friendly and homey independent bookstore mainstreet bookends is a gem a familyrun independent bookstore located in a historic building on warners main street. Gibsons bookstore, concords only independent bookstore, has a great selection of current and classic titles, and every book in the store has bee. We feature a comprehensive selection of both local and national authors. Youll find that we are a full story and a half filled with books and carry a complete complement of all the latest bestsellers.
The longeststanding independent bookstore in portsmouth, riverrun has a thoughtful book collection and a friendly, wellread staff. Our friendly and knowledgable staff will be happy to assist you in finding just the right book for you. Curbside service and shipping will take place during those hours. Morrison chronicles the journey of an independent new hampshire voter from wary observer of town hall meetings to eventual mccain supporter and volunteer.
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