While we live in a digital age, books have never gone out of style. There is nothing like huddling up with a good book during a snowstorm and turning to that dog-eared page.
In the summer, books are the essential beach accessory, so much so that one of the most anticipated Hamptons events is the East Hampton Library’s Author Night, where book fans can meet authors and have their books signed. It’s clear that books have truly stood the test of time. Here are the Hamptons bookstores that will keep you coming back for more.
BookHampton
41 Main St, East Hampton, NY
BookHampton is a cornerstone of East Hampton’s Main Street, offering a comforting literary haven for book lovers, summer renters, and locals alike. No shopping trip is complete without a new book from BookHampton. Every time I stop by, I can’t help but peruse the new arrivals, coffee table books, and staff picks. The staff is knowledgeable and excited to guide you on your quest to find a new book. There are board games and other fun activities sure to elevate family game night. Popular book talks and signings give the community a chance to meet authors and deepen their appreciation for their work.
Sag Harbor Books
7 Main St, Sag Harbor
Sag Harbor Books is everything you want in a bookstore and more. Tables and shelves filled with diverse book selections, including fiction, non-fiction, design, and history. Further back, glass cases showcase special signed copies of your favorite titles, like Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Year by Julie Andrews, and collector’s editions of books and comics, including a first edition Iron Fist #7. For budding readers who also love LEGOs, there is an extensive LEGO selection to choose from.
Barnes & Noble
2044 Montauk Hwy Space 6, Bridgehampton
The popular bookseller opened its Bridgehampton location in 2023 and has quickly become a go-to spot for shoppers at the Bridgehampton Commons. Beyond the shelves of books, music fans will find a section packed with vinyl records, and stationery enthusiasts can browse a wide selection of journals and pens. Kids are always combing the shelves for their next bedtime story—Stella Nonna, anyone? Perhaps the most unique section is the checkout area, filled with miniature games, tech gifts, and even the iconic Pet Rock.
