The local directory / United States
Coverage for Rhode Island runs through Providence, which holds seven of the eight shops listed here; West Warwick accounts for the other one. Call ahead to confirm current hours and that the specific title or gift card you want is in stock before you make the trip.
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Book store
Listed on Google Maps as a Book store. Independent bookshops sell books, cards, and often gift cards or staff picks — a reliable teacher gift; many wrap or add a note on request.
471 Angell StBook store
Its Google listing describes it as “Cozy source for books, coffee & apparel”. Independent bookshops sell books, cards, and often gift cards or staff picks — a reliable teacher gift; many wrap or add a note on request.
244 Thayer StBook store
A Book store listed on Google Maps. Independent bookshops sell books, cards, and often gift cards or staff picks — a reliable teacher gift; many wrap or add a note on request.
374 Atwells AveUsed book store
Its Google Maps listing places it under Used book store. Independent bookshops sell books, cards, and often gift cards or staff picks — a reliable teacher gift; many wrap or add a note on request.
19 S Angell StBook store
Listed on Google Maps as a Book store — “Easygoing venue for coffee, beer & books”. Independent bookshops sell books, cards, and often gift cards or staff picks — a reliable teacher gift; many wrap or add a note on request.
60 Valley St #107ABook store
Its Google Maps listing places it under Book store. Independent bookshops sell books, cards, and often gift cards or staff picks — a reliable teacher gift; many wrap or add a note on request.
1745 Main St Unit 15Book store
A Book store listed on Google Maps. Independent bookshops sell books, cards, and often gift cards or staff picks — a reliable teacher gift; many wrap or add a note on request.
240 Westminster StBook store
Listed on Google Maps as a Book store. Independent bookshops sell books, cards, and often gift cards or staff picks — a reliable teacher gift; many wrap or add a note on request.
65 Weybosset StIt reflects eight Rhode Island shops compiled as of September 14, 2026 — seven in Providence and one in West Warwick. It is a starting point, not a complete census of every bookseller in the state, and inclusion is not a rating or endorsement. Hours, inventory, and gift-card terms change, so verify them with the shop directly.
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