Stacey J.
4/4/2025
This place was awesome! I love bookstores like this. Wide range of books, gifts, fun bags, blind date books, fun stickers and the owner was so fun to talk with. Make sure to make the stop.
Books to be Red
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34 School Rd
Ocracoke, NC 27960
Tucked away on the corner of Hwy 12 under the live oaks and shaded cedar trees, Books to be Red's quaint 1898 cottage on has become known for its delightful selection of books, handcrafted items, and unique gifts. As Ocracoke Island's only full-service, independent bookstore with a wonderful variety of new, regional books. We carry the latest titles in fiction, non-fiction, children’s literature, cookbooks, and historical books. Just like a good book, our shop is a place where you can relax, slow down, and get lost in all of the treasures around you. Our bookstore also functions as a charming gift shop and features local Deepwater pottery, handcrafted jewelry, candles, and soaps. For the young and young at heart, we have an entire room filled with children’s books, toys, board games and fun activity kits.
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4.019 reviews
Kylie M.
5/28/2025
I came here with my grandkids while visiting the island for a day and the owner of the bookstore caused such a HUGE scene. She was yelling about someone and made everyone in the bookstore...
Laurie I.
4/4/2023
Love this place and love the idea of the wrapped books. Wanted to buy a tea shirt and was surprised they were not stocked prior to the season, so I had to turn and leave. But the place is a great...
Jessica D.
8/9/2022
Great little island bookstore! I love that they had books with stories based on the local islands right up front. They also had a date with a mystery book section which I love. Definitely a spot...
Lauren B.
7/19/2022
Cutest little island book store! I love a good bookstore even though I prefer reading on my kindle just for the convenance. The young girls working were nice. The shop had a nice selection of...
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