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Gretchen Mominee
May 16, 2022
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This is a great bookstore. It’s fairly small but has a great selection of books and incredibly helpful, friendly staff.
About this business
The Islander Bookshop is an independent bookstore and gift shop serving the Kodiak, Alaska community. Founded in 2019 and now located in the Marketplace Building, The Islander Bookshop offers a wide selection of new and used books, including a strong Alaska section and titles by local authors. The Islander Bookshop specializes in special orders to help customers find The Islander Bookshop's next great read and features gifts from local makers. The store also hosts community events and classes, aiming to be a welcoming third space for browsing, gathering, and connecting. The Islander Bookshop supports local literacy initiatives and collaborates with community organizations.
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Jewelry Repair
New Books
Used Books
Special Orders
Local Authors' Books
Gifts from Local Makers
Gift Cards
Bookstore Events
Classes and Workshops
Sell Used Books
Donation Requests
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Does The Islander Bookshop offer special orders for books? +
Yes, The Islander Bookshop gladly tracks down and special orders books that are not currently in stock.
Can customers sell their used books at The Islander Bookshop? +
Yes, The Islander Bookshop accepts gently used books for resale.
Does The Islander Bookshop support local authors? +
The Islander Bookshop features a substantial Alaska section.
Are there community events hosted at The Islander Bookshop? +
Yes, The Islander Bookshop hosts monthly events, classes, and workshops to engage the community.
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James Cascade
Jul 13, 2021
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Lovely and inviting, a really good small-town bookshop. It was open on a Monday when the shop’s hours said they should be closed, so it was an unexpected surprise. No café on site right now, though there were coffee machines in a closed-off corner used for storage, making me think this may be due to COVID. The book selection is somewhat limited by the small space, but the offerings were well thought out and had lots of variety. I picked up four books, including one as a gift, plus locally made stickers, spending about $130.
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Sea Hawk
Jul 2, 2025
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Nice bookshop in a newly constructed shopping area that has a wide selection of books and gifts. Also included a variety of locally produced items for sale and a seating area so you could get comfortable with a book or your purchase. It's worth coming in for a look see if you're in the area. You might just find a book you didn't know you've always wanted.
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Darnell Kebo
Aug 20, 2023
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08/20/2023: Lovely little bookshop with a nice selection of new and used books. Cards, stickers, clothing, and other home goods. Karen the shop cat is adorable.
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