About Us

We are living the dream!

No, really, we are.  I'm very proud to say that RiverRun Bookstore is now seven years old, and going strong.  People always say "I've always wanted to open a bookstore" with a wistful look, like they would have done it if only they had drawn the lucky number, or found the golden ticket.  Or they would have done it if it wasn't a completely crazy, quixotic endeavor in this modern world.  Well we did it, and all it took was guts, and faith in our community.

Our Portsmouth, NH Community

We believe Portsmouth, New Hampshire is a special place, and we knew that the people who live here love to read, and love to come downtown.  We also believe that special places don't sustain themselves, and so we do our best to strengthen this community through civic involvement.  If you check out the Community Involvement area at the bottom of the page, you'll see some of the many pies we have our little fingers in.

Events

Thanks to our events co-ordinator, Michele, we also have an amazing schedule of entertainment.  See our photo gallery, and also our events page.  We're happy to mail you signed copies if you are unable to attend a signing but would like a signed book.

Staff Picks

The best way to get to know us is to check out our staff picks section.  It's a good window into who we are.

Buy Books Online

Finally, we'd love it if you used the commerce area of our website to buy books.  They will be shipped, free, straight to your home.  It would be one little piece of business that the big boys don't get, and we'd love you for it!