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Books to Be Red

40 Reviews

#3 of 13 Shopping in Ocracoke

Shopping, Gift & Speciality Shops

34 School Road, Ocracoke, NC 27960

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“Great local bookstore!”

We really loved the warm and friendly atmosphere and wide range of books and gifts available at... read more

Reviewed yesterday

476bethh

Apex, North Carolina

via mobile

“Top notch bookstore!”

Super selection of books. Something for all ages and interests. If you like to read, it is a must... read more

Reviewed 15 December 2018

Go690724

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4.5 40 reviews

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Very good20%
Average7%
Poor2%
Terrible0%

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34 School Road, Ocracoke, NC 27960

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476bethh

Apex, North Carolina

Reviewed yesterday via mobile

Great local bookstore!

We really loved the warm and friendly atmosphere and wide range of books and gifts available at this local shop. The owner was very friendly and gave us suggestions for other local shops and restaurants.

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank 476bethh

Go690724

Reviewed 15 December 2018

Top notch bookstore!

Super selection of books. Something for all ages and interests. If you like to read, it is a must do!

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank Go690724

Moparfamily79

10316

Reviewed 4 September 2018 via mobile

Nice book store

This is a very nice book store that sits off the road under beautiful shade trees. The atmosphere is very peaceful. I would have given it a better review, however it seems as though the employees were unaware, or didn't care, that people were still...More

Date of experience: August 2018

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ipbchlvr

Whitehall, Pennsylvania

29684

Reviewed 3 September 2018

love this little place

I make it a point to stop here every time I am in Ocracoke. they have an amazing selection of books and pottery etc

Date of experience: August 2018

Thank ipbchlvr

PaigeSeibert

Clear Spring, Maryland

Reviewed 22 August 2018 via mobile

Amazing!!

My mom and I saw an ad for this little business, so we went in, not expecting much. We left with a brand new bag/purse, wish bracelet, and a handmade card. The shop is small but we probably spent an hour in there just because...More

Date of experience: August 2018

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CMG2013

3011

Reviewed 22 August 2018

Great book store!

Great book store! Great book selection for adults and children, and wonderful gifts as well at Books to be Red!

Date of experience: August 2018

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David W

Wilmington, Delaware

11227

Reviewed 21 August 2018 via mobile

Go Independent!

Independent bookstore with good selection of current fiction and nonfiction, local and regional history, children's books gifts, etc. Set on a beautiful lot with live oaks. Friendly owner and staff. Plus this is a central Ocracoke location and a tradition that needs to be continued...More

Date of experience: August 2018

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Bob_Hhuwieler

Columbia, Missouri

9435

Reviewed 10 July 2018

Good Books, Nice Gift Items & Friendly/Helpful Staff

We visit Ocracoke yearly, and we always include one or more stops at Books To Be Red. This venue is a bookstore AND gift shop. They have a good selection of contemporary fiction & best sellers, some classic literature, and some history pertinent to Ocracoke,...More

Date of experience: May 2018

Thank Bob_Hhuwieler

Thank you so much for the kind words and many thanks for stopping in while you are on the island. I do appreciate it.

DDPerks

3014

Reviewed 1 June 2018

Nice selection

Great stop to see all there is here. Obviously books by the tons, bath salts, candles, yarn, book bags, bookmarks, and tons more. Don't miss it!

Date of experience: May 2018

Thank DDPerks

Thank you so much. I appreciate you stopping in.

CarsonsMommy

Durham, NC

421144

Reviewed 9 October 2017 via mobile

Great gift and book shop!

Love to start my Christmas shopping here each year! Great selection of books, toys, and unique knick knacks you never knew you needed! Found a cute tea strainer and a book on sea glass identification this time!

Date of experience: October 2017

Thank CarsonsMommy

I seem to be late thank you. I do appreciate it and thanks for your support.

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