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Port Book and News
104 E 1st St, Port Angeles, WA 98362, United States
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Ha
Review №1

Very nice bookstore with great selection of books. Can find something for everyone here with a wide selection of mugs and other gift items, lots of puzzles and maps, informational books, a whole second floor balcony full of fiction, and a big kids section too. Bookstore hosts a virtual reading club as well. Also window displays very cute and pull you in. Could spend all day here.

Bi
Review №2

Great little bookshop, friendly staff.More than just books, local treasures, puzzles and more!

Ny
Review №3

They were really nice and they had the book I wanted I cant wait to visit and go again!!

Ta
Review №4

It is a Holiday tradition to browse the windows at Port Book and News. We have taken the same photo for 6 years. Then we browse the store for gifts. In a normal year, they offer cider and cookies at the front door. Im glad we got to keep this tradition in 2020.

Jo
Review №5

Fantastic local bookstore! Alan and his daughter were so helpful today. They have a great book selection and wonderful gift options including puzzles and games and so much more. Im already looking forward to my next visit. Support local!

Ka
Review №6

Love this book store! When I first moved here I was worried Id miss aimlessly wandering around Barnes and Noble, but this is so much better and personable. I get to chit chat with the friendly workers about the latest book club selections. I can order anything I need and support local. Sure its not Amazon prices, but it says a lot to shop from a Mom and Pop bookstore. Reminds me of Youve Got Mail. You cant find that kind of customer service from Amazon or big box stores.

Je
Review №7

Great place! Tons of books, helpful friendky staff. I could have spent all day here.

Te
Review №8

The very best bookstore. Daily quote and brief history lesson on a board outside. Easy to use website if you dont want to leave the house. Staff is amazing.

St
Review №9

All bookstores should be this interesting! From the second you walk through the door, youre greeted by the friendly staff and something really interesting everywhere you look. While its not a huge store, their inventory is diverse and fascinating. I could find any gift for all my family members without breaking a sweat😃

Do
Review №10

They always have what I need. Fun place to browse

Wa
Review №11

It is easy to spend an hour or more browsing, for more than just books, this store has a unique mix of cards, puzzles, gifts, tshirts, and other unique items. This time I only bought an assortment of postcards- images I hadnt seen before among other quality ones - generally about 20% less costly.

Ru
Review №12

Lovely little bookshop with excellent curated choices especially when it comes to local hiking and children’s materials. Awesome magazine selection as well!

C
Review №13

We came in the last week of October and looked around. Cute store. I told the woman working I was in a book slump as I’d finished a series and told her what it was and a few other authors I enjoyed. She showed me a section and took time to describe a few series she thought I’d enjoy. I bought one of the books and she hit the nail on the head. I’m so excited to dive into the Patricia Briggs series she suggested. It was exactly what I was missing. Thank you!

Ta
Review №14

I had the absolute best bookstore experience in this bookstore. I had such a well read employee walk up, and ask: “where are you from”, and from there he gave me two absolutely perfect book recommendations. Stop into this bookstore on your trip to Port Angeles. I walked out with a great book about the native Pacific Northwest and logging called “The Golden Spruce”

Mi
Review №15

This is such a lovely book store to browse and purchase from.

Me
Review №16

This book store has my heart and business forever! A truly wonderful store to roam around in (I always come out with more than I went in for!), and the customer service is like no other. Many times I order online for pickup, and often get a call that what Im looking for is available used, and cheaper, and would I prefer that? Remarkable. Thank you Port Book and News. You are a cherished local business in this community!

Tr
Review №17

The book store was beautiful and the employees were super kind!

We
Review №18

Love to browse when Im bored, love it when Im in hurry and need a title/author for work/play, love that they know what and where it is on the shelf when you can only remember part of the title or author with some subject hints. They would make exceptional charade partners! Wouldnt you know, they buy, sell, trade too, so low cash, need a boost days, bust out the credit certificate and enjoy. Thank you for being right here in PA.

No
Review №19

Excellent selection of new and used books, gifts, and games. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly!

Da
Review №20

Excellent selection, knowledgeable staff.

J
Review №21

Excellent selection of both new and used books. Knowledgeable staff.

My
Review №22

Outstanding customer service orientation! That is the #1 determinant of whether or not I will return, and this independent bookstore really has it. Customers are greeted the second we stroll in, and offered help when it looks like we want/need it, left alone if we dont.Clean, bright, well-organized, and well-stocked bookstore. I really appreciate the copious news, helpful regional, and fun novelty offerings!Port Book & News is a friendly, professional, and delightful-to-shop operation.Thrilled to learn they do special orders.If youre just visiting town, take a second to pop in -- its a treat.

We
Review №23

Just a nice book store, if they dont have it they try to find it.

Ch
Review №24

Cool old-timey bookstore. Been a long time since Ive been in one. Didnt have what I wanted exactly but still nice to wander around and find something new. Employees were like I want them to be; apathetic and a little judgmental of what you are buying.

Je
Review №25

Great selection and really calm atmosphere- perfect for finding something new tonread!

Ja
Review №26

Port Book has been and always will be the model for what a bookstore should be! Great selection, knowledgeable staff, clean, etc.

Pa
Review №27

LOVE this place! I live in Seattle but visit every time I am in the area for the Crab Festival. Staff are always sweet and welcoming. They have a great selection of unique cards/gifts made by local artists and a fabulous selection of books! I can always count on them to have a cute fridge magnet/other goodies to take home as souvenirs.

Ma
Review №28

Great service and wonderful selection of books and gifts.

Br
Review №29

Great selection for a small town. Loved the card selection as well. Some gifts and games sold.

Ja
Review №30

True, long history, independent bookseller. Hope they can persevere through all hardships and serve the area forever.

Ja
Review №31

This is one of my new favorite places to go for unique coloring books 😁 they have a great book selection regardless but the coloring books they get in are AMAZING!!! last visit I couldnt resist and bought two 😂

Li
Review №32

Pretty great small book store! The layout of the shop was easy to maneuver through and they had a wide selection of books. Books were slightly more expensive than I thought they would be. Still a great store!

T.
Review №33

Port is my favorite book store. A great small-town independent bookseller with friendly, knowledgeable staff and great selection across all genres. Cookies and warm drinks during the holidays just adds to the ambiance. My whole family loves going to the bookstore--as long a were going to Port Book and News.

RO
Review №34

I WENT THERE TO BUY A BIBLE AND THEY HAD ONE SMALL SHELF WITH VERY POOR CHOICES, NO KJV?

Mo
Review №35

Ive been coming to this store since 2006. If they dont have a book...they can usually order one for you. The staff are always helpful and truly knowledgeable. A must visit when touring our small hamlet on the Peninsula.

La
Review №36

Awesome used bookstore. Went before taking the ferry to Canadia looking for one buck Steinbeck classics. Left with way more Steinbeck classics because they had so many of them, at outstanding prices. Thats what you want from a used bookstore.

Da
Review №37

Great to be able to go to a brick and motor book book store. Lots of treasuresnthere

Le
Review №38

Ive lived here for 41 years and this was my first time in the book store 🙈 not much of a reader but I went with my brother and his wife and found some interesting gadgets. By gadgets there was some brain teaser puzzles and other games and some interesting socks that had book nerd on them and other sayings that refer to books. Theres rows and rows of books I didnt look at them much but a few kids books. Magazines and other trinkets I seen globes and maps. Kinda interesting I might go back just to look around again maybe get my kids couple things. But it is really nice place really clean and really quiet lol I recommend you check it out if you havent either.

sa
Review №39

Great bookstore with fun gifts!

Da
Review №40

Great bookstore, in Port Angeles of all places! They have just about everything you could imagine. Strongly recommend.

Re
Review №41

Cute, friendly staff

Ei
Review №42

This is a wonderful bookstore. I went in with a vague request, and found Helena to be almost psychic in her ability to figure what book I was looking for, and to identify a few more of a similar ilk for my book club. She was brilliant, and I love this bookstore. Great assortment of tasteful gifts and cards as well. Its a treasure. I try to give them my business anytime Im in the area.

Fr
Review №43

A large selection of new as well as used books, magazines, and if they dont have something they will order it for you. I have not seen such a wide selection of magazines anywhere else and you can find publications about any topic. They also have a large and varied selection of quality cards for every occasion and blank. Friendly service in a very pleasant atmosphere. Wonderful place to browse

sa
Review №44

Lots of fun games and books

Me
Review №45

I was there today. I noticed a children’s book that appeared to be disparaging president Trump. So, I pick it up and read a few pages.****Really, a book for CHILDERN to hate the president of the United States. Unbelievable.****I cannot even begin to tell you how utterly devastating this is to me. NOT because I’m a Trump fan but because it’s wrong.This is what’s wrong with America.I’ll not return.

Je
Review №46

Have enjoyed this store for years. Thanks for staying open.

Sa
Review №47

Knowledgeable and friendly, I love supporting my local independent book seller!!

Ha
Review №48

Its fantastic.. You love it

Sa
Review №49

This place is an absolute must stop. Seriously amazing home decorating items. Shop owner is wonderful!

Ho
Review №50

Really cool store. Great selection of books and gifts

Ia
Review №51

Awesome! We had tons of books that we werent sure what to do with, they sorted through all of them, took what they wanted off our hands and gave us in-store credit. A big help and I bought more books the same day!

Th
Review №52

Excellent store. Knowledgeable and friendly. Always ready to order a book thats not in stock. Good SF & F section.

Lu
Review №53

Good selection of books, friendly staff

St
Review №54

A real life independent bookstore! Great selection! Even better staff! Took the time to help me look for my kids lost camera when I called. We later found it on the olympic discovery trail. This is a must stop for Books & Periodicals. (get some champagne chocolate @ the checkout)

Pa
Review №55

Just watched video reading of story Sulway, lovely story, lovely reading. Thanks Port book and news!

Le
Review №56

Great book store. The cashier was super friendly and was very knowledgeable. There is an upstairs and downstairs so be sure to explore!

Gw
Review №57

A great place to find gifts and little things to treat yourself. Well organized and helpful staff!

Ja
Review №58

What a great store for finding unusual gifts or books. Lots, I mean lots of local interest books and local authors. Used as well as new books, childrens books and so many games, amazing selection of magazines! I dont get downtown as often as I would like, but Port Book and News is a must when I do!

Ka
Review №59

Port Angeles is so lucky to have this gem of a bookstore. Cozy, with an eclectic charm you can find books and gifts for all.

te
Review №60

Great book selections and staff, visit it if you are looking for a good book you will find one.

Mi
Review №61

Good selection and lots of off the wall gifts

Jo
Review №62

An unbeatable card selection— especially for humor!

mi
Review №63

Best book store on the Olympic Peninsula!!! Friendly owners and staff, accompanied with a wide selection of unique books and fun gifts ideas!!!! A must see!!

Ma
Review №64

Great place to buy books, magazines or enjoy book culture on the Olympic Peninsula. The owners and staff are welcoming and always happy to help. Good vibes and inexpensive used books abound.

De
Review №65

We have known the Turner family for years. They run a great shop and have a great variety of books both used and new as well as cool family games and cards and still maintain an extensive magazine collection. Lots of author readings and free cookies and cider frequently.

EJ
Review №66

A friendly & stocked well browse store.

Ra
Review №67

Cozy bookstore with very friendly and helpful service. A pleasant place to step in and browse to get out of the cold.

Se
Review №68

Always love my local book shoppp!

Co
Review №69

Excellent selection. Friendly, knowledgeable staff!

Li
Review №70

My favorite book store. Love Alan and wife, plus staff. Little extras are great.

Ma
Review №71

The Best! I have no need to travel off the Peninsula to a big box Bookstore as Ive always found what I needed for myself, or as a gift for someone else, at Port Book & News.

Am
Review №72

Friendly staff, great variety, well maintained.

Ke
Review №73

This place has all the good reads and the childrens variety section made me want to buy something for every kid I know.

Re
Review №74

Lots of selection, and more than just books. Great for finding souvenirs or an off the wall gift for someone who has everything.

Ja
Review №75

My wife and I love to stop in here while taking a walk downtown. Great selections of books and a knowledgeable helpful staff.

Cu
Review №76

Nice local bookstore. Lots of books on various topics.

Tr
Review №77

A quiet place, and a great nonfiction section

Ju
Review №78

Nook on the wall place on a rainy day. Rustic feel, lots of new and used books.

As
Review №79

I really like this little book store. I walk away with goodies every time.

cl
Review №80

Great selection, always friendly and helpful staff. One of my favorites.

Ca
Review №81

They always have the books we are looking for.

Ma
Review №82

Our hometown book store, and a lot more. You would have to visit them to understand!

Ra
Review №83

A true bookstore experience. A variety for everyone. From travel to childrens and even gifts and treasures--a hidden gem for those who love burying their nose in a book. We will be back.

Ba
Review №84

Great bookstore!!! Picked up gifts for great niece and nephew! And funny Trumpy things for disillusioned son. Haha

Re
Review №85

Very cheerful book and gift shop.

ta
Review №86

Cute little book store with an amazing selection and great prices #5/5

Ti
Review №87

Loved it!!

Ca
Review №88

What a great book store, you are sure to find something there.

St
Review №89

Great selection of new books, easy to find what youre looking for.... and you get a discount coupon for your next trip back. :-)

Mi
Review №90

Very pleasant and friendly business

Re
Review №91

One of the true treasures on the Olympic Peninsula! Port Book & News is everything a book store should be and more, frequently bringing outstanding authors to read from their works.

Pe
Review №92

Ok. A little disorganized but fun to look.

Ti
Review №93

This is the best bookstore I know of in Port Angeles.

C
Review №94

Lovely stop!

Ke
Review №95

Fantastic indie bookstore for a town the size of Port Angeles.

Li
Review №96

I honestly hate the incense thing they haveBut the staff is so friendly and cindy the owner helps me out alot so they earn the 5 stars

wi
Review №97

Great book store many good deals and selections

Ro
Review №98

Awesome selection and great staff picks. Friendly.

JI
Review №99

Very friendly staff and various kinds of books and puzzles! Good place to visit!

Ja
Review №100

A nice and quiet shop with confidence variety of books to choose from.

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  • Address:104 E 1st St, Port Angeles, WA 98362, United States
  • Site:http://portbooknews.com/
  • Phone:+1 360-452-6367
Categories
  • Book store
  • Newsstand
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–6PM
  • Thursday:9AM–6PM
  • Friday:9AM–6PM
  • Saturday:9AM–6PM
  • Sunday:10AM–4PM
Service options
  • In-store pickup:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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