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Paperbacks Ink is an independent bookstore in Newport News, VA offering a curated selection of books. With a 4.7-star rating from 167 reviews, this bookstore serves the local reading community.
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Shantel Walz
January 2026
I'm in LOVE with this place, y'all! The selection of books is insane and there's even a cafe inside. This bookstore is very local author friendly, as I was there for a book signing event (yep, my book...I'm an author; Indigo Sun by Shantel Day). Bookish events are in the works, so please check them out on Facebook and stop in if you're on the peninsula, to fulfill all your reader (and lunch) needs!
Latasha Drax
March 2024
Spent the entire day at this treasure find of a bookstore with a wide array of selections to include local authors. The atmosphere is inviting and friendly with top tier customer service from the owner and staff. To add to the ambience, there is the Tastefully Philly Cafe on the premises that serves a refreshing mango strawberry lemonade, tasty and fresh food options such as chicken or chick pea salad and desserts like the banana pudding that is a must try. Overall, a chef's kiss of a bookstore worth experiencing and a small business worthy of support.
Samantha Graves
December 2025
This was amazing place. Books are priced reasonably. The place is neat and beautiful. There is a restaurant on the back and they have a vegan chic pea salad. This a must see!
Leslie S
September 2025
The store is well organized and has a nice variety of books. With a friendly staff and a coffee shop inside, it's a great place to spend some time and find a few new reads at reasonable prices.
Elisa
November 2025
We, official bibliophiles, travel across the country visiting bookstores and we can share with you that Paperbacks Ink is among our top favorites list. Give this store all of your money- they will have earned it from their thoughtful book curation, their warm and friendly hosting, their detailed command if proxemics and their fantastic pricing. Treat yourself here to a little bit of happy. Cheers!
