5 Best book store in Portland, Maine (ME) 2025

This store has a great selection of new and used books. Love seeing local bookstores. ~Lindsey

Amazing local bookstore with the friendliest staff. Excellent recommendations and they will order whatever you need/want. Although it is a small store, it is by far my favorite go to for books. I would rather support my local bookstore than order from multinational corporations. Highly recommend for all your literary needs. ~Marc

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. ~Denise

Large selection of unique books. We stopped in looking for some beach reads for our vacation. Definitely got a bit overwhelmed with the selection. Great if you’re looking for non-fiction, history, science, and books about different religions. ~Samantha

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. ~Emily