Downtown Books

Loved this little store! Probably my most favorite stop all week. I bought a handmade journal while there that I love and purchased a blind date with a book that I can't wait to read. Visited 2 other bookstores while on vacay but they didn't have the cozy feel that this one did or the handmade items/blind date with a book. The girl behind the counter was great and greeted us when we walked in, super nice and even though I spent around $60 I feel like I got a great deal since I have a one of a kind journal! Will definitely visit again when we go back to obx

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.

I lived in Manhattan for 20 years before moving to the Outer Banks. I used to take my son to the sweet children's area in the Borders book store next to the World Trade Center. After 2001, we walked a little further down Broadway to its new location. But with Amazon taking off, eventually this location closed as well. We switched to Barnes and Noble, happily browsing and reading quietly before choosing our next treasure. When I moved here, I was happy to stumble upon independent book stores, most notably, Downtown Books. This magical place is a great place to browse, and read the handwritten reviews by the owner and her employees. I highly recommend you go there if you haven't already, and support our local businesses. It's a win-win for all of us. "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go. "--Dr. Seuss

Cute little bookstore, nice book seller and a dog to welcome you. Social distancing and cleanliness whilst your browse. Impressive selection in cutie pie Manteo.

I love this book shop! I make sure to stop by and buy something whenever I'm in Nags Head. The have a wide selection of books and unique gifts.

Such a wonderful book store! My daughter and I were recently shopping here while on vacation and she left her beloved Rapunzel doll there. We didn't realize until we went home! The owner sent the doll all the way to Maryland and enclosed a note written from Rapunzel's perspective. This just about brought tears to both our eyes! We so appreciate you going above and beyond!

What a cute, small, local bookstore! We popped in really quick just to check it out while visiting Manteo and were so pleased. The bookstore itself isn't large by any means but has a fantastic selection. Select books have little notes to the readers giving some insight or advice which I loved! We found a book we have been wanting to read and of course bought it. We would rather support this local bookstore than order through Amazon or anywhere else if we can... so we did! The associate was super kind, very friendly, and best of all stayed out of our way. Not once did we feel pressured or pushed. Thank you Downtown Books for a relaxing Sunday morning experience.

This is such a good little shop! Not only lots of books, but stationery, postcards, and other gifts. The man who was working was super nice and gave us great pointers for places to visit around town

One of my favorite bookstores! Great selection of books (new and used). I also really love that they sell pins and notebooks created by local artist (@takingcareofbuttons) and others.

(Formerly known as Manteo Booksellers.)Great mix of books for an indie bookstore. Lots of regional books - Outer Banks, NC - as well as current bestsellers and some used books. Would definitely come back. Friendly staff too.Pet-friendly! - our dog was welcome...and enjoyed the AC. (The sales clerk even pointed to a pet bed under a table so I guess we're not the first to ask.)Social distancing follows Dare County guidelines - masks required.