Love this bookstore! Very knowledgeable help who are willing to share their knowledge freely and…read moreable to answer all kinds of questions. Was referred to "Ten Thousand Doors of January" as the book I was looking for was not in stock, and I'm so glad it wasn't in stock! This was an excellent choice and I absolutely devoured this book. Will pass along to a dear friend so she can have the joy of reading this book. A customer suggested Red Rising (book 1 of the trilogy) and I am looking forward to diving into that one once I get settled back here. Also love the greeting cards I purchased - unique and perfect! P.S. Don't miss the discount section at the rear of the store.

Adorable store! Great prices! Has all my book needs for my children, my husband and myself. Love…read morethe rewards program as well and the sweet cat (Luna) that wonders the store! Oh, and they're awesome and will order you books if they don't have them in stock! My daughter wanted a specific book on bugs/insects and they got it in that same week.

Hands down the best bookstore I have been to in years. It's magical feeling-nestled in a beautiful…read morelocation, an oasis of wonderful books! The owner Dan is extremely knowledgeable, happy to help, and offered up great suggestions across all genres. It's almost like he has distilled the best of the best in to his spot! He has amazing prices, and a great selection no matter your preference. You won't be disappointed making a trip to check this place out!

If you're a book lover and you're in the vicinity of beautiful Mount Vernon, ME, you need to make…read moretime for a visit to this fantastic, dream-like spot. The hour I spent at this little shed on a back road in central Maine was the best book buying experience I have had in years. Clean, organized, comfortable, and full of things I actually wanted! The fiction section is particularly well-stocked, but I found interesting things in practically every section. I go to a lot of bookstores and it's been a long time since I found so much good stuff in one place, and at extremely fair prices. I've been coming to this part of Maine for years and never knew it was here. I won't be making that mistake again!

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!

I'm a sucker for a local bookstore and White Birch Books did not disappoint! I loved the entire…read morekids section upstairs, my son had the best time browsing around. They had a solid selection of things for kids of all ages. We ended up leaving with a Narwhal and Jelly stuffy as well as some books. The adult section was lovely as well and I loved reading more about all the staff picks. They also have a large parking lot which is a big bonus on this busy strip.

Cute little book store! They seem to have something for everyone. I was able to find an adorable…read moremusical puzzle for my Nieces. Many unique items!!

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

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.

Well organized. Very clean. They are helpful on what they have and where things are. Very much a…read more"readers" store. If you're looking for a book to read, this is where you go. If you're looking for rare and collectible, this isn't it. You will not find perfect copies. They will be broken in, dog eared , but willing to tell you a great story. Would go again.

it just a great setup. The owner has thousands of books and has them all organized meticulously…read more She knows where every single Author is located. used books in great condition is a plus and you can bring in used books for credit in your in store purchases. Runs monthly specials, such as hard cover books for one dollar and many other fine specials. Give this Store five star Rating.

I was thoroughly impressed by the excellent selection of gifts and good-quality used books. I…read morewalked into the bookstore just to browse, and I ended up leaving with a bag full of souvenirs and used books!

Longfellow Books is in the heart of Portland- within walking distance to a number of my favorite…read moreshops and restaurants. They always have a great selection, and I especially love their bargain section. So many of my favorite books have come from Longfellow's, and I'll forever be thankful to them for that.

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.

We always find something. We don't mind the trek as it has a ton of great selections and the owners…read moreare super friendly and prices are reasonable.

Take a rainy day and prepare to spend hours here. I gave myself an hour and not nearly enough. No…read more Used book stores are a dying business but not here,,! Owner super kind, casual, and there are so many books...and more books..and more,,! I asked owner if he was planning on folding up shop anytime soon, and he replied, "soon as I read all of these books." A must visit