NewPages Guide to
Indie Bookstores in Maine

Specializing in children's books from birth through high school, The Briar Patch also carries books on parenting and resources for teachers. Games, crafts, toys and a wide selection of Playmobil fill the store with something for everyone.

Rare books, original manuscripts, personal author letters, proofs, limited editions, and ephemera.

Bellabooks is a unique independent book store that offers a wide array of both quality used and new books, as well as antiques. We offer a family membership program with special discounts to our members, and strive to provide all of our customers with a unique and fun experience. Come in and visit us today!

Nautical Scribe Books features used, new, and discount maritime themed books. We also sell ship models, maritime art, photographs, and collectibles. And for kids, we have boating themed children's books and toys. A wonderful selection of quality used books at low prices, hundreds priced less than $10.

Elements offers specialty coffee, quality books, local craft beer, live music and special events!

Rabelais is a bookshop dedicated to the pursuit of good food and drink. From DIY to Fine Cuisine, we're a resource for people interested in improving what they eat. We carry new, out-of-print, and rare books on cooking and food culture.

Opened in 1979, Gulf of Maine began as an independent alternative bookstore, and still is. We feature poetry, environmental issues, local and regional writing among a wide range of areas and interests.

Local coffees, teas, pastries, cakes, and cookies. Local authors. Best sellers and indie picks. Unique magazines. Fiercely indie, truly local.

John Smith Books is the eastern most bookstore in the eastern most city in the USA, Eastport, Maine. We are a small, in home, bookstore, featuring retail, wholesale, and Internet sales. Relaxed atmosphere, drop by, the coffee pot (and tea pot) are on. We specialize in antique, collectible, and fine used books including a small collection of new books.

A locally owned Book Store in Falmouth. We sell all genres of books, magazines, cards, wrapping, and gifts to inspire! Open 7 days a week.

Devaney, Doak & Garrett Booksellers has been Farmington's full service Independent Bookstore since 1991. We live to embody our motto, Knowledge, Selection and Service. Childrens books, Maine Books, and Literature are specialties.

Mystery Cove Book Shop overlooks the ocean in lovely Hulls Cove Maine, just three miles from downtown Bar Harbor and on the edge of Acadia National Park. We have books in all subjects including books on Maine, Acadia National Park, Mount Desert Island and Bar Harbor.

Fine Print Booksellers is an independently owned and operated bookstore located at Port Walk in Dock Square, Kennebunkport. We carry current bestsellers, local authors, and fiction. Offering an in-depth knowledge of literary trends, you will never be without a perfect book in Kennebunkport.

A distinctive book shop featuring quality books, (new and second hand), gifts, cafe, literary events, local art and jewelry MADE IN MAINE, New England, and USA, by small, family-owned businesses or individuals. We pamper our shoppers with knowledgeable service, comfortable seats and a warm, relaxing atmosphere.

The Tribune Books & Gifts (formerly Books N Things) is continuing to provide books, greeting cards, newspapers, magazines, and gifts in downtown Norway.

The Maine Bookhouse was established as a family-owned and operated bookstore in 2002. With over 14,000 titles in stock and ready to ship anywhere in the world, we offer a large, diverse, and eclectic selection of quality, new & gently read books including collectible children's, first editions, signed books, classic literature, the uncommon and more.

We sell new and used books and are open every day! Tuesday is Senior Discount Day.

Longfellow Books is a fiercely independent community bookstore located in downtown Portland, Maine.

A new independent bookstore on Portland's East End.

The world's smallest bookstore, carrying a complete stock of Pushcart Press titles, as well as hundreds of slightly used classics.

The best source for children's books, games, and toys in Central Maine! We are now featuring a growing selection of books for adults. We special order books, too.

Spend less - read more at RE-BOOKS. Refresh your imagination.

The friendliest book store on the coast of Maine. New and used books for all ages.

Stop in to browse the latest bestsellers, discover a local author, or ask our friendly staff for a suggestion. You will find a delightful children’s section and a unique selection of cards and gifts. We offer free gift wrapping, loyalty rewards, and a 10% discount for all special orders.