Welcome

At Read’s Book Shop our bookcases and bargain tables are groaning with titles from every genre: the eclectic, the time-honored, and the hottest. If you can’t find the one you came in for, our sleuthing staff will do all they can to hunt it down and order it for you. (We’re obsessed with reading, too!) If we can’t find it we’ll try to point you to a different source. And if that doesn’t do the trick we’ll recommend another equally enthralling read.

While you’re browsing for books you can also check out our latest gift items, jewelry, cards, funky mugs…oh yeah, we sell lots of neat stuff! 

Read’s takes pride in showcasing local writers and artists as well as hosting regular author readings. Events are our specialty-- both home-spun and cutting-edge! So you can connect to your community and take in some repartee from away.

CTV Morning Live

Watch Us on CTV Morning Live Ottawa

Clip 1 - Welcome
Clip 2 - Kids Books/ Toys
Clip 3 - Local Author / Book Clubs

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Keep Cups

KeepCups are 'barista standard' because a trained barista can make awesome to go coffee in them.  They come in the four standard takeaway sizes and fit under the group handles of most espresso coffee machines. When your coffee is made in a KeepCup the crema on the shot is not broken and the portioning of milk to coffee will be correct.  KeepCups have thermal properties similar to paper so they are not a thermos. Replicating the functionailty of disposable cups KeepCups are splashproof, not a sealed container.

Enjoy Our Coffee Bar

Once you’ve found the perfect book (and the gift for that special someone) why not sit a while in our sunny café. We serve locally roasted, organic Equator Coffee, Tea, Latté, Espresso and fresh baked treats.

What's Coming to Book Club

A hub of literary and community activity-- and the spot for a tasty repose. 

A smart place to hang out.