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    Maine Bookhouse

    4.2 (5 reviews)
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    The Tribune - Corner of children's section!

    The Tribune

    3.0(4 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Unfortunately, this shop was sold to a new owner a few years ago and now there is no selection;…read moreevery time I have asked about a book I have been told I could order it online. There is such a small selection, no unique gifts, no warm and cozy environment. This used to be a favorite, but I can no longer recommend.

    Visited the Tribune (I still call it Books n' Things) today with my sister and had such an…read moreenjoyable experience. Not only is this book store well lit, well organized, and overflowing with beautiful items, but the customer service is out of this world. We entered the store in hopes of finding a gift for our good friends daughter who is turning one in the following days and were overwhelmed with beautiful books to pick from. In addition to the lovely books were adorable toys, puzzles, and clothing options for any little one in your life. (I may have bought my daughter a few things while in the store too.) I saw an adorable little wooden train toy in the play area of the store and brought it up to the front desk in hopes she could help me find another one just like it-- there were no other trains sets in the store but she allowed me to buy the one from the store! I love supporting local businesses and this is one to get behind. Perfect for a gift for any book lover or any person who loves durable, quality, Maine based items. I am excited to make the Tribune my regular book store after moving back to Maine after living in Nevada for the last 5 years. Cant forget to mention there is also an upstairs to the store that I was told has beautiful clothing items. (Unfortunately I ran out of time today and did not get to browse around upstairs.) Be sure to visit the Tribune for any of your book/gift needs-- support local business!

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    The Tribune
    The Tribune

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    Barnes & Noble - South Portland Barnes & Noble

    Barnes & Noble

    4.7(6 reviews)
    39.5 mi

    I think, if you're going to come to a chain bookstore, this should be the place you visit. It's so…read morenew; it's got that new book smell (not really, but... maybe, kinda, sorta?)! 1. So much easy, free parking in their huge shared lot. 2. There's a Starbucks-adjacent cafe. NOTE: it's NOT actually Starbucks though, so you can't order ahead or pay with your app. Just a heads-up! The cafe portion of the bookstore is spacious and clean, with the tables themselves also being spaced quite far apart from one another. It creates a real sense of privacy no matter where you sit! 3. The atmosphere/layout here is very modern and inviting; the selection itself is enormous. Genres are clearly labeled, and there's a tremendous amount of content available no matter what you're looking for (so be prepared to spend some time here wandering around and taking it all in... then you'll probably have to come back, because there's no way you'll actually be able to take it all in on the first visit!). They've got new releases, popular books, recommendations, board games, and more. And, of course, the random armchair for you to sit and peruse your possible purchase. Obviously, support local first. But if you're looking for a slow-paced, wide open, very quiet, very tidy spot to spend a little bit of time (without feeling rushed or forced to purchase something) finding your next favorite read, I'd suggest visiting here!

    This is a newer location, and it's absolutely stunning! Nice lighting, open concept, beautiful cafe.read more

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    Barnes & Noble
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    Gulf of Maine Books - Window display: Books in Nature.

    Gulf of Maine Books

    4.9(9 reviews)
    33.7 mi
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    They were closed when I walked by on Sunday morning but noticed that had a lot of different types…read moreof puzzles in the windows. Now that it's getting chiller, people staying in more due to Covid wanted to share this!

    Gulf of Maine is one of my favorite indie bookstores anywhere!…read more There aren't many places in Brunswick that date back to my youth that I can say that I've been a fan of and someone who shops there. Gulf of Maine. Not even Bull Moose has been around since 1979, like Gulf of Maine. Back when my politics and literary tastes were still forming, I ventured into the store that Beth Leonard and Gary Lawless were running (on the other side of Maine Street, if I recall). They've managed to maintain a presence in downtown, long after many other similar stores have disappeared. For me, there is no other bookshop that carries such a wide array of what I'd characterize as politically progressive books and authors--Noam Chomsky, Ward Churchill, Howard Zinn, Barbara Ehrenreich and a host of others. But to label G of M as merely a political bookseller misses the point entirely. Both Gary and Beth carry a wealth of Maine writers, too. I mean, even a veritable unknown writer like me has had success selling his titles through their store. Plus, I now know who Ruth Moore his simply because Gary and Beth are a fan and I asked about the bumper sticker I saw on their car that read, "Read Ruth Moore." I believe that bookstores make communities richer, especially stores that don't just cater to the lowest common denominator, or stock merely bestselling hacks and their trade paperbacks, not that there's anything wrong with them. The next time you are in downtown Brunswick, park your car on Maine Street, walk up and down the vibrant main thoroughfare, bordered by an ample village green, independently-owned coffee shops and other unique shops, and make sure you stop in and see what a real bookstore looks like. That would be Gulf of Maine Books.

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    Gulf of Maine Books - Maine Street

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    Gulf of Maine Books - Lots of puzzles (tons of different themes) at Gulf of Maine downtown Brunswick on Main Street. Mid Nov 2020.

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    Lots of puzzles (tons of different themes) at Gulf of Maine downtown Brunswick on Main Street. Mid Nov 2020.

    Bull Moose - In store window.

    Bull Moose

    3.6(7 reviews)
    17.4 mi
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    This is one of the nicest Bull Moose stores we have been in…read more Parking - a BREEZE - so many options, not crowded/competing with a to of other businesses. The store was neatly organized and well stocked, like most Bull Moose stores. The staff was super attentive and friendly. You can tell they are well liked by customers/community - they seemed to know everyone that was in there. We just had a quick visit to pick up an online order. It was fast and so easy. The person that helped us was really nice and we could hear that she had a cold of some kind - so I was relieved to see that she was wearing a mask in consideration of others. There were a lot of elderly customers while we were there and I can't imagine an illness would be helpful. The prices, especially for newer releases are very competitive even against giants like amazon. And it's supports Bull Moose - locally owned with much better customer service than big box. They also have never cancelled a pre-order on us, unlike other big retailers. Bonus - their loyalty program is AWESOME!!!!!

    I'm writing to clear up some misinformation I received over the phone. I was told that online…read morereturns could be processed in-store and refunded to my card since the items were unopened. However, upon arriving, I was informed that the store does not accept online returns. I'd appreciate it if you could ensure your staff provides accurate information to save customers the unnecessary trip. Thank you.

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    Bull Moose - Sign on outside of mall. Use nearest entrance to access Bull Moose.

    Sign on outside of mall. Use nearest entrance to access Bull Moose.

    Bull Moose - Nowhere better. Nowhere cheaper.

    Nowhere better. Nowhere cheaper.

    Bull Moose - James McMurtry is next to MC 900ft Jesus.

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    James McMurtry is next to MC 900ft Jesus.

    Maine Bookhouse - bookstores - Updated June 2026

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