Provincetown Bookshop

Provincetown Bookshop Cape Cod's oldest bookstore, since 1932. Located in the center of town with a little something for everyone.
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More Events this week!TODAY, Monday, August 10 | 4–5 PMJoin us for a conversation with Micki McElya, author of Liberatio...
08/10/2026

More Events this week!

TODAY, Monday, August 10 | 4–5 PM

Join us for a conversation with Micki McElya, author of Liberation Summer: The Moment That Changed the Women's Movement and the Future of American Politics. Micki will be in conversation with Northrop Professor of History at the University of Minnesota, Kevin Murphy.

Thursday, August 13 | 4–5 PM
Join us for a conversation with authors and therapists Tom Bruett (The Go-To Relationship Guide for Gay Men) & Rick Miller (Opening Up: A Communication Workbook For Male Couples).
Weaving theory with personal experience and case studies, this workbook gives you the tools to build a rich, deep, gay relationship.

This Week's Top 3! 1. Theo of Golden by Allen Levi Our summer sensation is back at the top! Week after week, Theo of Gol...
08/09/2026

This Week's Top 3!

1. Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
Our summer sensation is back at the top! Week after week, Theo of Golden continues to win over readers and remains one of our most consistently requested books of the season.

2. Murdoku
Love puzzles? Love mysteries? Murdoku combines brain-teasing logic with a whodunit, making it the perfect companion for the beach, the boat, or a rainy afternoon.

3. Unsayable by Michael Cunningham
From one of our best-selling local authors comes a beautifully memoir novel filled with emotional depth and Cunningham's signature storytelling.

Three fantastic picks, each offering something completely different!

Mark you calendars for Monday, August 10th!!"Liberation Summer: The Moment That Changed the Women's Movement and the Fut...
08/07/2026

Mark you calendars for Monday, August 10th!!

"Liberation Summer: The Moment That Changed the Women's Movement and the Future of American Politics": A Conversation with Author Micki McElya & Professor of History Kevin Murphy from 4 - 5PM.

One of the many books Derek has made his way through this summer is Mysterious Skin.Thought-provoking, haunting, and unf...
08/07/2026

One of the many books Derek has made his way through this summer is Mysterious Skin.

Thought-provoking, haunting, and unforgettable, it's the kind of novel that stays with you long after you've finished the last page. If you're looking for a read that sparks conversation and leaves a lasting impression, Derek says this one is worth adding to your stack.

July's Top 5 Bestsellers - what a month; we sold over 6,000 books! Here are the books our customers couldn't stop talkin...
08/05/2026

July's Top 5 Bestsellers - what a month; we sold over 6,000 books! Here are the books our customers couldn't stop talking about in July:

1. Theo of Golden by Allen Lev
The clear favorite of the summer! Week after week, this heartfelt novel held onto a spot in our Top 3 and finished July as our #1 bestseller.

2. Helltown by Casey Sherman
Our hometown favorite continues its incredible run, with more than 1,000 copies sold since publication!

3. Sunburn by Chloe Michelle Howarth
A beautifully written coming-of-age novel that quickly became one of this summer's breakout reads.

4. Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman
Wildly entertaining, laugh-out-loud funny, and impossible to put down. Fantasy fans can't get enough.

5. Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke
A blend of history and imagination that has earned a loyal following all summer long.

Thank you to everyone who shopped local, shared recommendations, and helped make July one of our best reading months yet. We can't wait to see what August has in store!

TOMORROW! Stories, diaries, and observations from one of America's sharpest, and uncomfortably honest, literary voices -...
08/04/2026

TOMORROW! Stories, diaries, and observations from one of America's sharpest, and uncomfortably honest, literary voices - coming to Provincetown on August 5th.

This week is PACKED with author events, and we can't wait to see you!Monday, August 3 | 4–5 PM"Inspiration P**n" with au...
08/03/2026

This week is PACKED with author events, and we can't wait to see you!

Monday, August 3 | 4–5 PM
"Inspiration P**n" with author Ryan O'Connell

Tuesday, August 4 | 4–5 PM
"Provincetown Stories" with author Russ López

Wednesday, August 5 | 7:30 PM
An Evening with David Sedaris at Provincetown Town Hall
Tickets are still available, but don't wait!

Thursday, August 6 | 4–5 PM
"Town & Country" with author Brian Schaefer, celebrating the paperback release of Town & Country.

Whether you're looking for thoughtful conversations, local stories, or an unforgettable evening with David Sedaris, there's something happening every day this week. Mark your calendars and join us!

Top 3 of the Week! 1. Whister by Ann PatchettA beautifully crafted novel full of heart, memory, and family. Ann Patchett...
08/02/2026

Top 3 of the Week!

1. Whister by Ann Patchett
A beautifully crafted novel full of heart, memory, and family. Ann Patchett continues to prove why she's one of today's most beloved storytellers.
2. The Odyssey by Homer
A timeless epic that's finding a whole new audience this summer. Whether you're revisiting this classic or reading it for the first time, it's an unforgettable journey.
3. Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
Our summer favorite is back again! Week after week, Theo of Golden continues to earn a place in our Top 3, and it's easy to see why. This heartfelt story has become one of the season's most beloved reads.

Three incredible books, from a literary classic to modern masterpieces. Which one is making its way into your beach bag?

Storytime starts here!From The Whale's Tale and The Otter's Side of the Story to the joyful Hips on the Drag Queen Go Sw...
08/01/2026

Storytime starts here!

From The Whale's Tale and The Otter's Side of the Story to the joyful Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish, our children's section is filled with books that spark imagination, laughter, and curiosity.

Whether you're looking for a bedtime favorite, a silly adventure, or a story that celebrates every kind of reader, we've got something for everyone.

For the love of Anthony Bourdain!His newest release, Three Crime Novels, brings together the three gritty crime novels h...
07/31/2026

For the love of Anthony Bourdain!

His newest release, Three Crime Novels, brings together the three gritty crime novels he wrote in the '90s—long before Kitchen Confidential.

Grab your copy today!

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Provincetown, MA
02657

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Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 9pm
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