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Half Full Bookstore Half Full is a cozy bookstore and creative workspace built for community, inspiration, and good stories.

We’re a warm place to read, work, connect, and see the world a little more half full.

October at Half Full is here! We’re filling the moth with spooky reads creative fun sweet treats costumes and community!...
10/01/2026

October at Half Full is here! We’re filling the moth with spooky reads creative fun sweet treats costumes and community! Check out our October lineup and make plans to join us!

Book Clubs ✔️ Book Signings ✔️ Workshops ✔️ Story Times ✔️ Vendor Fairs ✔️ Tea Tastings ✔️ Half Full Bookstore is a hidd...
09/03/2026

Book Clubs ✔️ Book Signings ✔️ Workshops ✔️ Story Times ✔️ Vendor Fairs ✔️ Tea Tastings ✔️ Half Full Bookstore is a hidden gem for hosting your next program in Olde Towne Portsmouth — come discover the treasure! Inquire today for your next event. www.halffullbookstore.com

Yall… this matcha experience is one for the books. Stay tuned for the date to grab your drink from Make Me A Matcha, we ...
09/03/2026

Yall… this matcha experience is one for the books. Stay tuned for the date to grab your drink from Make Me A Matcha, we will see you all there! So delicious 🍵

Our calendar, our shelves, and our hearts are Half Full. Can’t wait to see you at this month’s events. We will keep the ...
09/03/2026

Our calendar, our shelves, and our hearts are Half Full. Can’t wait to see you at this month’s events. We will keep the door open for you!

Make sure to follow us on Instagram to see more!
09/03/2026

Make sure to follow us on Instagram to see more!

Good morning! Your local book dealer, dropping on to remind you Half Full Book Club seats are available today! This mont...
07/09/2026

Good morning! Your local book dealer, dropping on to remind you Half Full Book Club seats are available today! This month’s pick, Honey, by Imani Thompson is hard to put down. What should we read next?! #757

Closed for BereavementAs we mourn the loss of a beloved family member, our bookstore will be temporarily closed.Thank yo...
06/28/2026

Closed for Bereavement

As we mourn the loss of a beloved family member, our bookstore will be temporarily closed.

Thank you for your kindness, understanding, and support during this time. We will resume normal business hours Wednesday July 1st.

📚✨ Storytime with Author Maryse Alexander ✨📚Join us for a special reading of Kai Learns About Oysters with author Maryse...
06/24/2026

📚✨ Storytime with Author Maryse Alexander ✨📚

Join us for a special reading of Kai Learns About Oysters with author Maryse Alexander, an author, mom, and autism advocate. 💙

Bring your little readers for an afternoon of:
📖 Storytime
🎨 Interactive activities
🎁 Free gifts for participants
🌟 A celebration of neurodiversity and inclusion

📅 June 27, 2026
⏰ 12 PM–2 PM

Come enjoy a fun, engaging event for the whole family and meet the author behind the Little Lights: Stories of Neurodiversity series!

Check out this month’s events at Half Full! We can’t wait to see you.
06/03/2026

Check out this month’s events at Half Full! We can’t wait to see you.

We’re dreaming up a joyful Pride Story Time at Half Full Books and we’re looking for the perfect queen to help bring it ...
05/14/2026

We’re dreaming up a joyful Pride Story Time at Half Full Books and we’re looking for the perfect queen to help bring it to life. 🌈📚✨

This will be a family friendly celebration of stories, self expression, community, and Pride for young readers and their grown ups.

Know a fabulous drag performer who would be a great fit? Tag them below, send this their way, or DM us to connect. 💖

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507 F Washington Street
Portsmouth, VA
23704

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+17572144014

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