Longfellow Books
About
Longfellow Books is a cherished independent bookstore on Monument Square, the kind of shop that has built its reputation on a genuine love for reading rather than sheer volume. The selection is curated rather than exhaustive, favoring titles the staff can actually stand behind.
New titles make up the core of what's on the shelves, giving browsers a sense of what's current and worth picking up without wading through an overwhelming inventory. That curation is part of what makes the store feel personal, shaped by real reading taste rather than a bestseller algorithm.
Author events are a regular part of the store's rhythm, bringing writers into direct conversation with readers and giving Longfellow a role in Portland's literary life beyond simply selling books. It's the kind of programming that turns a bookstore into a gathering point.
Open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 7pm and Sunday from 10am to 6pm, Longfellow Books remains an easy, welcoming stop right in the middle of downtown Portland.
