RiverRead Books

Stumbled upon this awesome independent book store today! We are newer to the area, awesome location! Didn’t get a chance to check out all the books, yet. The kids section is impressively well stocked! We will for sure be making this our book store. We met on of the owners and she is so friendly and knowledgeable. We can’t wait to go back!

Nice independently owned bookstore in a scenic location next to the river. I went to the bookstore on 2 occasions back in October. The first time was on a beautiful warm sunny fall day with the leafs changing color on the banks of the mighty Chenango River. If there was ever a day the Binghamton Chamber of Commerce wanted to use to promote the area this day was IT! I was looking for a particular book (The White Album by Joan Didion) I couldn’t find at other bookstores or even the library. When I asked the nice woman holding down the store if they had the book and her response was «of course». After purchasing the book I ask if they had any travel books on Turkey since I was going there in a month. She found a Rick Steves book on Istanbul and since it was a 2012 book she offered it for ½ price. I didn’t buy it that day but, came back several days later and they still honored the ½ price offer. Book was so helpful while I was in Istanbul.
I always like to shop at privately owned businesses. River Read Books is a place I could spend hours in looking at all their eclectic selection of books. A book for any interest and friendly, informative staff make this a place locals should frequent and make purchases so, they’ll be there for years to come.

very nice little book store in downtown binghamton. they have a section of books about the binghamton area as well as many other types of books. they have a few snacks available for purchase including a few things from Chocolates By Leopold. they will also have occasional book signings, i got to meet rod serling’s daughter at one! this place has been around a few years now and it was a nice little addition to the binghamton community.

Stopped by here after I got dismissed early from my classes. This book store is pretty neat. Not an obscene selection of books but a great variety of genres and classics. A great find in Binghamton need to expand on their newer book releases and section though.

Absolutely love it here! Adorable little indie bookstore. A charm of downtown Binghamton, one of my favorite places around. i love the women that work there, they always make me feel like part of the family. Great discounts for students purchasing books for class. I really wish more of my professors ordered books to River Read… support local business, they will love you for it!

Great little indie book store in downtown Binghamton. There is a student discount and they also offer 20% off of new hardcovers. They also can special order just about anything. The book I ordered came in 2 or 3 days, and I also got both discounts! The staff is extremely friendly and the atmosphere is perfect. I love this place.

SO cute. I am a sucker for independent book stores and River Read doesn’t disappoint. They have a wide selection of books as well as some rando items like book bags (with spikes!!!) and games. There’s also a cute cat that follows you around… meow

Beautiful store. I love that I can talk to whoever is behind the desk and tell them what I’ve been reading to get suggestions. They are always very friendly. I wanted a book they didn’t have, they were happy to order it for me and it came in only a few days. If you have kids, the section for children is awesome. This store gets all around tens.

This is the best bookstore in the Southern Tier… period!
I have no idea how the folks at River Read books do it. The store is small and cozy but manages to carry an amazing selection of books. Every time I go there, I walk out with something I didn’t even know I wanted. The owners and staff are friendly and engaging. They have a great loyalty program where you get a $ 10 coupon for every $ 150 you spend there. They also host book groups, readings, and other special events to help build the reading community.
If I lived in the Binghamton area, I’d be here every day!

The owners of this bookstore are right on – the lighting, organization, selection, etc. are just right! It’s a small space with brand new books right on the river in downtown Binghamton. It’s a gem. I’ve ordered books here twice and they took my order over the phone, the books were in within 2 days and I received a call for pick up. I will be spending all of my Christmas gift money on local businesses, River Read being a big one! They also have poetry readings, author signings, and live performances. A must see for natives and visitors alike.

I love River Read Books! I’m a huge fan of this bookstore. The prices are reasonable, and the shop has a great atmosphere. It’s absolutely beautiful, and incredibly comfortable. The place is just wonderful. They encourage you to hang around and read, and there’s coffee and tea for sale. This is my favorite bookstore in the area. They offer a 10% discount to students!

This store is smallish but it is a great thing for Binghamton. A downtown bookstore that is not part of a chain and that does not have a big ol parking lot.