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Named Best Independent Bookstore by the editors of Connecticut Magazine, River Bend Bookshop is a full-service independent bookstore with locations in Glastonbury and West Hartford. River Bend offers a wide variety of new books, gifts and stationery, with an emphasis on sustainable goods and products made by local artists and artisans. We look forward to sharing great books and great conversation with you.
Barbara Caruso
2 months ago
I stopped in to Riverbend the week before Christmas and the staff was so wonderful and kind. Helping me look for a few books to give as gifts and they were absolutely perfect! Will absolutely stop in again as they have such a great selection of books and were really amazing. Highly recommend stopping in and supporting a local bookstore!
Lauren LaPlante
1 years ago
My friends and I are on a trip from out of town and wanted a book store to check out while we're here. We were so impressed by this small but mighty local business! They had an amazing inventory, tons of book notes/commentary from staff and unique gifts. The staff was super helpful with book recommendations and ideas for what to do in town the next day. Highly recommend if you're looking for a local bookstore to support!
Nicholas Arsenault
3 months ago
River Bend is a fantastic bookshop - it's intimate but has a plethora of book choices ranging from the latest releases, current affairs, and more. I've long been loyal to Barnes & Noble, but it's so nice having a smaller, local bookshop and to support small business, too. I never feel overwhelmed at River Bend with selection and the staff is top notch. They are present and available to assist as well as offer suggestions when you might be looking for something off your usual beaten path of genre. I have never left here empty handed. I've patronized the Glastonbury location given location near home and have yet to visit the WeHa location and will visit there the next time I'm across the river. I highly recommend a stop here and love the inclusive culture they put forth. I rate them 5 out of 5 books :-)
Jess Ehm
1 years ago
What a fantastic bookshop! Love all the rooms of different books. Something for everyone! Such friendly staff and such a cool building. Love shopping and supporting local and this place is a wonderful way to do that!
Logan Ashley
2 years ago
Absolutely adore this little bookshop. So grateful to have it in the east side of the River. Their selection is amazing and the staff is so helpful and eager to assist. Definitely recommend making the trip!
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