House of Books

A wonderful selection of books, knowledgeable staff and great recommendations! Plus, they're always happy to order whatever weird title I end up craving or needing for my bookclub and are prompt in getting them in and on my shelves. One of my favorite bookstores of all time- I'm proud to call House of Books my hometown bookstore.

Staff is courteous and knowledgeable. The remodeling is amazing... bright open store has modern clean lines but with a cozy feel. There seems to always be an event and the Where's Waldo hunt and party sure is a hit in the summer!

Beautiful store, loved how they showcase the books, so many great options to choose from! Very welcoming kids section that just invites them to pick several books.

Lovely shop with excellent, well-curated stock. A great place to discover new books you haven’t heard of, not just the usual bestsellers. Their selection of NYRB titles is especially nice.

Great bookshop in Kent.
They have finally, finally, moved back to their old, newly renovated, location. It’s really nicely done.
And, yes, they do have a really nice selection of books. The books were nicely laid out and it was very inviting. Many of the books had synopses written by the staff who were also very helpful in their recommendations.
Finally,also a great place to pick up a jigsaw puzzle. They have a large variety of New Yorker puzzles from which to choose.
Support your local bookshop and buy a book there!

House of Books is one of my favorite things about Kent! This charming book store is the ideal combination of knowledgable staff, smart, well-chosen beautiful inventory and small town warmth (dogs are not only welcomed but have their own House of Books Instagram page)! I always find a wonderful read for myself or a perfect for gift from their selection of best-sellers, art and design or children's books. They will happily order anything you don't find. With so few bookstores left, I feel so fortunate to have this lovely store in Kent.

I had a wonderful experience at House of Books last spring. I recruit for a college and make it a point to stop at local book stores whenever I'm in a small town. They had beautiful cards and bookmarks and a creatively fun children's section. Both the owner and front desk associate were very kind and helpful. I am hoping to visit them again when I am back in the area.

A jewel box of an independent book store. All the latest reads with posted reviews, exactly what one wants in a literary resource. Enticing books on fashion, architecture, cooking, horticulture. Great for perusing. (And chic Izipizi reading glasses too! )

Best independent bookstore business in the area by far. Highly recommend coming here.

Terrific resource with a knowledgeable staff and great inventory. Welcoming environment and everything you could hope for in a local, independent bookstore.

Lovely independent bookstore filled with a great selection of new books and some used books too.

A quaint little bookshop with interesting finds and pleasant vibes! I love coming here.

Really lovely bookshop, airy and open! A joy to visit.

Friendly, well organized, inviting shop.

A nice selection with a very nice children's section that has some cool toys and educational games.

Good selection of books and great kid section. Great looking place

Wish we could go inside but staff was very nice and helpful. Area was nice to walk around also

Wonderful bookstore! Great staff too!

Lovely independent bookstore with a surprisingly robust selection of books.

Great little book shop in Kent. Very charming and worth a stop!