Reviews of Print: A Bookstore. (Book Store) in Portland (Maine).

Print: A Bookstore

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273 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Print: A Bookstore

Denise

I'm a tourist, not a local. But as a librarian/reader, I seek out libraries and local indie bookstores on my travels. Print is a gem: large selection of local authors, friendly staff, welcoming community hangout vibe, and so many indie press reads. There aren't enough stars to convey its wonder. Every town needs a Print. We'd be so much the better for it.

Abigail Swartz

My go to local indie bookstore! The staff is friendly and INCREDIBLY helpful. Their book recommendations are spot on, over the years they’ve helped me find the perfect books for my tricky-to-shop-for husband. Their recs are always a hit and their selection makes in person shopping a fun surprise. I also love ordering online- it’s so easy and the curbside pick up option has been great for us. The pandemic has been easier to bear thanks to Print with their great service, knowledgeable staff, and wonderful books.

Emily Boyd

I always enjoy stopping in to browse at Print. They have a fantastic collection, and they have interesting displays that introduce me to books I wouldn't have heard of otherwise. The staff recommendations have always been a hit, I have enjoyed every one I've bought.

Ryland Garnett

So happy to finally check out this bookstore! Lovely, welcoming, great selection, knowledgeable staff, can't wait to go back!

Susan Crimmins

I’ve purchased audiobooks through here as well as books via curbside delivery. Service was seamless and efficient. Prior to pandemic I’ve also attended author events there. If you want a customer friendly bookstore, this is it.

Briana Volk

This is one of my all-time favorite bookstores. Everyone is so knowledgeable and friendly. They’ll order whatever you need and have an amazing selection of books for kiddos.

Wesley Riffle

This shop is wonderful! I stopped in on a vacation and was immediately smitten. The selection is excellent. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. On top of that, the staff were wonderful with my children, encouraging them to be hands-on with the books, and even reading to them while I made selections. I am not eloquent enough to write the review my experience at Print warrants, but I hope I might encourage someone their way. And I hope they keep up what they do for a very long time to come! What a great asset to the city of Portland!

Sara Beth Wade

Great store! Kinda hard to find parking - all on the street - and no bathrooms.

Janet Post

This is the best independent bookstore I've ever seen. It's too bad that it's in such an out-of-the-way place. I accidentally happened upon it looking for a place to eat lunch after a performance at the Merrill Auditorium. The owner and co-worker were super friendly and helpful. Their inventory is HUGE, many books that I wish I could buy. Children's selections are above and beyond that of chain book stores. I live an hour and 40 minutes from it, but will visit it again soon.

Randy Kim

Definitely one of the gems in Portland. Great staff, selection of books, and also check out their tshirts

Hannah JT

I was looking forward to this bookstore long before it opened, so I was almost nervous to visit for the first time. I was not disappointed! Print has a great selection, balancing on-the-pulse new releases with a range of memorable backlist and titles that your radar may have missed, but are worth your time. I have had wonderful experiences with the staff, who are always armed with a number of great titles to match whatever criteria I'm coming in with. It is a truly pleasant and refreshing experience to visit this airy, clean store full of carefully curated shelves and passionate booksellers. Definitely make it part of your literary tourism and don't be afraid to ask the folks behind the desk for a recommendation. No matter who you have the pleasure of talking to, their taste is sure to be varied AND dynamite!

Elizabeth McCormack

Fantastic contemporary fiction selection. Was in person shopper here since they first opened, and now making the transition to online and curbside shopping with them. I had a seamless curbside pick up experience. I really appreciate Print prioritizing employee health at this time by not offering in-store shopping. Makes me want to spend MORE money here on a business truly living values I share. Thank you, Print!

Sarah Gumlak

This place is somewhat out of my way so I didn't go for a long time... but then I realized all the awesome readings/speakers they have! I saw Alan Lightman speak here, and geeked out so much. Fabulous book selection, I think somewhat more thoughtfully curated than many other lovely local independent bookstores, and very knowledgeable staff. Also great for small gifts/cards, many by local artists.

Oliver Peckham

Print was a nice stop for some morning gift shopping. A small, but well-curated selection of books, a quiet atmosphere to the store, and some good Portland-themed gift options. Nice vibe to the whole place and friendly staff. Check it out if you're in the area!

Mac Coldwell

This is a really fun bookshop. The staff really knows their stuff and are helpful anytime you have a questionto ask. There appears to be good support of local writers and a really large children's books section. The store has traded space for back cataloge. I think it pays off. You don't feel like the shelves are closing in on you. It feels a bit luxurious and they are happy to nake an order for you.

Belinda Ray

Great staff, great books, great events. Just saw Derek B. Miller in conversation with Richard Russo. Good times.

John Banta

Such a great book store and so willing to help as much as they can. I recent was a little desperate to get my hands on a book and even though it wasn’t one of their open days they found it, paid for it over the phone, and really helped.

Katie M. Wood

Loved visiting this bookstore! Fantastic selection and helpful, friendly staff!

Anita Verna Crofts

The kind of bookstore you can get lost in--and then find the perfect title. Stellar staff are happy to order what isn't on the shelves (though their shelves are masterfully curated), and they host wonderful readings week in and week out. So, tuck your watch away, silence your cell phone, and bask in this bibliophile's paradise.

Simi

Charming bookstore, wonderful service and selection.

Andy

This is a real boutique bookstore. For a small as it is, they seem to have an amazing selection of books. Mostly current of course, but their selection rivals that of the large box chains. It was great to see they had a book club meeting there too the day I was there adding to its charm.

Jeff Howe

Nice bookstore on the East End. New books only. Friendly staff - they honored a gift certificate that that recipient had lost (I had the receipt). Pleasant store, nice for browsing.

Anna Hawkins

Great indie bookstore. Their genre selection is excellent. Books for readers of all levels and in lots of different subjects. Definitely worth a visit.

Tess S.

these bibliomancers have it all. books about gay space fairies? you got it. the short stories of nabokov? they’ll hook you up. cookbooks from the bon appetit test kitchen staff? babe you KNOW it’s in stock. every time i want a weird book, they’ve already got it. i suspect they read minds. staying fresh and serving realness is the priority of this good good story room. events from authors? gimme those relevant marginalized writers. i’m telling you, it’s woke but humble. best place to buy graphic novels, cookbooks, art books, travel books, local authors, relevant new fiction, relevant new nonfiction, and old dusty tomes in portland. minus one-quarter star for only ever playing acoustic covers of pop songs. cmon guys.

Kirsten Griffith

Josh had already been my go-to bookseller in Portland, but now in his own store, he beats me to the punch on many of what would have previously been special orders (and I imagine Emily contributes her fair share, too). I love knowing that I can walk into Print and find novels with LGBTQIA main characters, authors from countries from which many New Mainers come, children's books that reflect the growing diversity of our city, state, and country. Keep pushing the envelope, Print. Portland's got you.

Christopher Parker

Well laid out and friendly bookstore. Great selection, with standard fare and variety. Very friendly staff with a solid knowledge of books and authors.

Allie Pottenger

Here you'll easily find the friendliest booksellers in Portland. Quick turnaround with online orders--even when the item isn't readily on their shelves.

Christopher Kerr

Simply one of the best bookstores in the country. Great ownership, smart, responsive staff, and a brilliant collection of books. A must-see visit whenever in Maine.

Rainbow sherbet Rattlesnake

Amazing selection, wonderful attentive staff, this is definitely one of the best places to get books plus they can order books for you if they dont have what youre looking for

Jess Yeomans

Stopped in on a whim looking for some books on Baxter State Park and walked out with exactly what I needed. Josh and Rose were both super helpful and friendly. The store itself was lovely—would highly recommend.

tree heckler

The staff at Print are awesome. Always helpful and always friendly. I love shopping here. (Oh, and the selection of books is great, too.)

Melisa Suzanne

Comfortable. Lots of unique titles. The people who work there are very helpful and kind. No public restroom but they will let you use if you have small children with you.

Katie Hatch

My favorite bookstore in Portland. Incredible selection, knowledgeable and friendly staff. They will order anything for you if they don’t have it in stock.

Will Akin

Great local bookstore! Friendly staff. I think it’s the only bookstore (as far as I am aware) on the East End of the Portland peninsula.

Leon Parsons IV

Great bookstore at the base of Munjoy Hill in Portland. Friendly staff, a great selection of books for it size. A must visit if you like to read!

Serenova

Lovely store, employees were very knowledgeable. Just keep in mind they don't have a public restroom (which isn't an issue, just something to know if you're going to be there a while).

kery mauvais

The employees were engaging. They asked questions in case I had any needs. And they were infortmative about the store to help my browsing experience be that much smoother.

Tony

Awesome little bookstore with a really well-curated selection. Locally owned(!), and staffed by people who clearly care about their products and their customers alike!

Emily R Majusiak

Popped in to get out of the rain, wound up spending far longer than anticipated browsing. Great selection of books, and the greeting cards were especially fantastic!

Gregory

Great selection of books including a New England and Maine section. Very clean and organized and the staff was kind and helpful.

Kayla Poirier

Very nice store, does ship out books if needed. Very liberal. Clean store and friendly staff.

Jessica Esch

The way a bookstore should be. I always find more than what I'm looking for. Staff are whip-smart and super nice. Catch an event if you can.

Judith Whiting

A favorite bookstore. Brings authors to the store for discussions of their books. Staff is always friendly and helpful.

E M

This book store is just the right size to browse and the staff is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Also check out the candle selection!

Susan Stemper

Nice selection, but more importantly, staff are knowledgeable and really helpful. They'll order if it's not in stock, with no obligation to buy.

Lauren Vander Zanden

Gorgeous bookstore and great selection. Plus super friendly staff

Ch Fr

Well organized, friendly, and aesthetically pleasing. A great bookstore!

AMY PUTNAM

Print has great and knowledgeable staff and the absolute best children’s book section in Portland.

Tim Baehr

Wonderful store, great to have an independent bookstore in in the neighborhood.

Carol Mosley

Very nice! Great inventory and the sale associates were very knowledgeable and helpful.

Jeremiah

The most wonderful and helpful staff! Love this bookstore.

benjculver

Great new local bookstore. Friendly owners and staff. Dog friendly.

John Slattery

good selection of books and surprise, surprise a plus they stock Blackwing pencils!

Garrett White

The service is great and there is a great selection. My favorite bookstore.

Brenton Dupee

Cozy book store with a curated selection. Lots of good cooking books too.

Christine McHale

Truthfully, I was only in there for about 2 minutes picking up a friend. Seemed wonderful. I'll always support small business.

Frederick Andrew (Rick)

Interesting titles, friendly staff, bright and warm, this is lovely place to browse and linger and, perhaps, make a new literary acquaintance.

Hendrata Dharmawan

Good selection of books. I also like their candles

David Munson

Great selection of books! Awesome addition to the East End

Finn

Overwhelmingly amused by what this place offers. Might have been me, but everyone in the joint had a creepy pleasantville aura.

Ernest W.X. Bell

Nice selection of childrens book's. Helpful staff.

Chris Saretto

Great staff. Awesome diversity of books in form and subject.

Michael Brennan

Great neighborhood bookstore! Good discount for educators.

Lauren Sterling

Love, love, love this brilliant bookstore.

Dylan Booth

Other than it being very warm inside, it was a lovely little shop.

Carol Kotal

Nice quaint bookstore. Small yet have what you're looking for.

Carlo Morena

Beautiful bookstore and very nice hosting!

Lisa Mchugh

Very helpful went out of his way to get me extra info I needed!

Kelley Ryan

Adorable place for great reads and stocking stuffers.

Angel

Small Indy bookstore.. Casual great knowledgeable staff

Austin Wood

Great potato donuts. Seasonal specials are the ones to go for.

Aprille Bryant

Friendly staff and nice selection in a bright open space.

Caroline Ward-Nesbit

Great place - super knowledgeable and friendly staff

Tim M

Great selection. Friendly staff

SnowOn Field

A really great independent bookstore.

Jeremy Doyle

Good selection and friendly staff.

Carrie Shanafelt

Wonderful staff, great store!

Daniel Benedict

Friendly and knowledgeable!

Deirdre Boylan

Best bookstore in Maine!

anthony linzalone

Very nice Book store

Erik C. Jorgensen

Well curated independent bookstore

MaryD Donahue

Nice, independent bookstore.

Brendan Wallach

Local book store. Friendly staff

Bernie Ingalls

All good here

candace Antonelli

Good

Michael Stokes

Hidden treasures!

Kathy Kilrain del Rio

Very kind.

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