Reviews of Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop Portland. (Book Store) in Portland (Maine).

Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop Portland

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49 Exchange 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 Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop Portland

Emily Boyd

Stopping by Sherman's is always a delight. I never come away empty handed, either for myself or with gifts. The staff is always friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. I like that I can order books online if they don't have them in stock and then go pick it up, instead of ordering from a big box company. A day that I get to visit Sherman's is always a good day.

Kit Whelan

This is the best book store! They had such a great selection, the staff picks were on point, and the signage is HILARIOUS. Definitely make a stop here when in Portland!

Mary Sweeney

I went in here to look for a journal and was pleasantly surprised by the little trinkets and keepsakes they sell! I found what I was looking for as well as well as some great calendars and nick-nacks. There are also a lot of books of all varieties, and the staff is very sweet.

Heather Boswick

Such a cozy little book shop! Theres so much packed in here! We always love going into Sherman’s and just enjoying the vibe. Staff is always wonderful. Lots of books to check out and local made gifts!

Richard A

Nice to see you fully stocked bookstore and appears to be doing very well. Cookbook section had most of the classics. Enjoyed very much.

C. Baechler

Love it! Is nice to see that we still have some book shops left in the world; and this one is a very charming one indeed.

Sarah Carsello

Very nicely laid out store with so many books and other notions. I enjoyed the really big sections on local authors, subjects, and cookbooks.

Caroline Karimi

There were a variety of books, puzzles, games, stationary supplies and other products in this store. Everything was neat and organized making it easy to find anything available. The staff members were extremely friendly and conversational. They gave me some terrific recommendations of what to do in town. I highly recommend people visit this store while in Portland.

Ramit Bhalla

A fabulous place to check out with kids. Apart from the books, they have quality and quite stuff that you don’t usually find abs very reasonably priced too! Loved their notebooks and cherry wood bookmarks. Not to mention the service is fantastic.

Peter Russo

Great selection of books and book store items! Outstanding staff.

Jessica Parrott

I went in with my daughter last night having never been in. Such a huge selection of books (especially graphic novels!) and lots of other small little gifts, trinkets, and local goods! Staff was super friendly!

kee love

A classic bookstore in a historic building. They close at 6 though, so shop early! 😊 …

Patrick McLean

Great book selection, vibrant and friendly. Can't wait to return to this fantastic store in a truly wonderful city.

Amanda Smith

What an awesome bookstore! I have never seen anywhere near such a huge and impressive selection of middle grade books, I hope they eventually catalog everything they have for sale on their site in an easy to research way without already needing to know the title or author because they had so many I have never heard of and would have no idea how to re-find. Their kids and young adult section is so impressive I could easily spend a fortune there for birthdays and christmas if they had a website that made it easy to browse. I wish I lived near enough to visit regularly!

Bretton Wolff

Lovely. A real bookstore. Super nice staff

Allison Fraser

Great store. Loved the layout and the way they displayed their books. They were easy to shop for a reader who wants to browse. Also very helpful when we couldn’t find something. Ended up buying a book and a Maine souvenir here, too. They had a nice selection of gifts.

Matthew Burns

What a cool book store. They have a pretty good mix of best sellers, local lore, local authors, kids, young adults and the like. The staff is very helpful. It is a bit crowded, but it feels like an old-time, small town book store.

Samantha Weck

I stumbled upon this place last night while looking for a place to eat and luckily they were open for another and I just had to look. The place was super clean and well organized. Despite loving smaller bookstores, they typically don't have a wide selection. That was not the case here. They had so many books and great selection The staff were super friendly and I would just live to go back before I leave Maine in 2 weeks.

Phil Krause

Great sf/f selection, I assume other section are also good.

Eileen Clark

Sherman's has a great literary collection, as well as Maine candy, cool socks, Maine gifts etc. Fun shopping!

Jen George

The staff are very kind, the book selection is excellent, and the store is neat and it's neat and well organized. They also have toys and board games! Dogs are allowed in-store.

Zachary Goater

Great bookshop. Knowledgeable staff and neat stock. This is one of a chain of Sherman's that have been around for a long time. If you're looking for recommendations, this place is without comparison. That Said, all books are market cost and there are no used selections in store. There are a lot of used bookstores in the city that "school" this place. I recommend this place more for the gifts.

Jenna Simmons

I went in to buy the last book in a series and the particular one I had seen on the shelf had been sold the previous day so they special-ordered it for me. Great customer service!

Percilla Tran

I really liked this place. It was well-lit and organized. They have a good selection and The staff were super friendly. Support independent bookstores if you can!

Hsiao Man Tao

Books are placed of rainbow color in store front. It catches my eye. You might buy some postcards or paper books, and than go to the beach. Seat down and start your reading and writing in Bar harbor, Maine

Yareyous

I originally traveled to this location for stationary and pencils. I can confirm that this location had an excellent selection of both.

Andrew Hellman

Very helpful staff and an excellent selection of new books.

Breezy

All Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shops are adorable and this one is no different. Great selection of reading material and genres, gifts, socks, toys, home good, etc. Always a great stop when in Maine.

Paul Rubinstein

A wonderful bookstore - everything was neat, will organized, and pleasant in a quaint sort of way. The staff was exceptionally knowledgeable, funny, and the perfect degree of helpful. They made shopping there a good experience!

s pedroso

Clean and calm environment.Staff polite and helpful. I've bought 📚from here several times in the past and probably will again. If the don't have what you want they can order it for you online. …

Natalie Elaine Thomas

Super cute local bookstore with a good selection and a ton of creative gifts from Portland

Daniel Garepis-Holland

Lovely bookstore with a large selection of well-chosen novels. Lots of adult books as well as many popular children’s and young adult books. Very friendly staff and nice location.

joanna parada

Wonderful selection of books! Staff was super friendly and helpful. I'll definitely come back the next time I'm in Maine

Kennedy Hubbard

One of the best bookshops around, huge selection of books of all genres, friendly staff and always following current health and safety guidelines.

Callahan Bryer

Has huge options for books, almost like a mega library (Expect you have to pay!) Don't see bathrooms anywhere, so that might be a concern. Other than that, Sherman's in Portland is better than your average Barnes and Noble. 5/5.

Bill Taft

So nice to see a busy book store in these blighted times. Huge selection of picture and kids' books. Tolerable number of tsotchkes to wade through. Thumbs up for the sophomoric clerk--keep reading those history books.

Joshua Davis

Great book selection.

Elly Pirman

Super helpful staff, awesome array of content. Would definitely recommend for your next book purchase!

Emily Gerardo

With more than just a great selection of books, Sherman’s is fun to browse and great to shop. One of my favorite stores in Portland, and by far one of the best local bookstores.

Amber Decker

Cute store and the staff is friendly. Thought I was severely overcharged for a book, was kindly informed that the discount on the book is in fact taken off of the total, not the book itself. A bit confusing, but more embarrassing...

Barbara Chatterton

I *love* all the Sherman's book shops, but the Portland one may be my favorite. Knowledge & friendly staff!

Martin Köhle

Very nice independent book store, good selection.

Ben Jackson

Stumbled into this place after having walked by it several dozen times. Pretty neat little place with books stacked to the ceiling and a few other items scattered throughout (e.g. old maps). Certainly worth a visit.

Chan Tran

Nice bookstore, not a lot of nonfiction. Lots of souvenirs you can buy. Some toys for kids.

Laura Meyer

We visit here daily when we are in town. They have a little bit of everything and I could browse the book area for hours. Very friendly, helpful staff.

jay craig

Awesome old book store

Nate M

We always make it a point to go here when we walk through Portland, it's so fun to find hidden gems here, bargain bins have a great selection and the staff are super nice

Jackey Black

This a small book store has friendly staff. Not a lot of selection on books like barns and nobles but it still nice to have a small book store around.

Luke Holmes

A very cute little shop that has all sorts of little trinkets and gifts. Highly recommend stopping by to grab a little souvenir of bar harbor.

Mike Reid

Great local book store with a great selection and knowledgeable staff. If in Portland it's a must see

Gary Eisen

Nice little old bookstore, needed a birthday card and got a nice little historical booklet instead. Friendly staff.

Nick Orth

I always find something that I want to read, and there are enough gift items to occupy my partner while I browse the books.

William Nelligan

Great selection and truly wonderful staff.

Henry Quinn

Friendly staff, great curation and categories. I always find something new at Sherman's.

Rachel Pargeter

Great service and selection!

Jeffrey Toffic

Great book store. One of my favorites

Rianne Marr

Had a great conversation with Kirsten and Keith, they are true gems to the store. I will be back!

Jeff Howe

Longtime local Maine bookstore chain. A must-visit for us in Bar Harbor, Freeport and now, Portland. Yay, Sherman's!

Katie Willard

Wonderful independent bookstore teeming with tchotchkes and a great children's section.

Adrienne Ellis

Great shop with great current affairs section and great staff recommendations.

Benjamin Crocker

Awesome local bookstore, pick up best sellers, classics, or works by local authors.

Nero T

Large bookstore with friendly staff and lots of popular books and games

Nick McRae

Great selection. Friendly staff, and awesome prices

Jasmine Danial

Very cute bookstore!

Michael L

Great selections. Great sales. Smells so good in there!

Dane Sherman

You don't have to read between the lines to know this is where you get great service and selection!

Lori Lewis

Just about anything a book lover could want or need. I was in heaven.

Dayle Sanford

Fun independent book store.

Benjamin Hundley

Great selection with many used copies.

Joshua Steele

Great local bookstore!

Theolonius Dutton

Great staff, great books, gifts, cards, posters, etc...

stephen fang

Cute and clean store with a great selection for kids

Matthew Campbell

Bookstore in the middle of the Old Port. Great selection.

Robert Bohn II

They could use a larger classics, history, and non-fiction section.

Elizabeth Fraser

Love this store and the staff is always so helpful.

Sean Urquhart

Excellent selection, knowledgeable staff!

Kevin Fay

Great local bookseller.

Leila Mahmood

Cute little cozy bookstore!

Dama Dhummakupt

Good selection with helpful staff.

BenandKirstin Cotter

Huge selection. Great pricing

Brandon Williams

Cute little place in bar harbor !

Joe Vieira

Cool shop

Art Siegel

Friendly people, wide selection

Marcos Mellao A. Lima

Nice local shop.

Anna Godfrey

Spacious with good options

Andrew Mass

Super

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