The Bear and the Books — Local services in Hopewell

Great books but what makes this place really special is the owner. If you have a child that you need to get a gift for then this is the place. Walk in and let her know what/who you are looking for and you'll get some fantastic options. Concerned that you'll get a local child a book they already have, don't worry if they show at Bear and the Books as they keep a list of already purchased items for the child. BONUS: Pay in cash and exact change and get a special surprise.

It's also a great place to read a book to a young child. They have seating in child size such as a chair with the legs cut off or stools cut down to kid size.

Update: 8 years later this place and the owner are still incredible. Partially because of Bear and the Books, my daughter at age 10 is an avid reader. Instead of having to tell her to put a screen down, we have to ask her to put a book down. Instead of struggling to get her out of bed in the morning, she wakes up early and reads a book until her alarm goes off. Thank you beat...

The Bear and the Books is an absolutely amazing little bookstore. Bobbie Fishman, the owner possesses the uncanny ability to help you pick out the perfect book for any child, teen, or adult. Most of her books are geared toward youth she can order anything from any genre for you. If you are lucky enough, she will even read a book to you and that is an absolutely amazing experience. The only thing missing is the milk and cookies and naptime. This cozy nook is a wonderful gem in Hopewell Valley and we are fortunate to have Bobbie Fishman and The Bear and the Books in our area. Buy...

Treat yourself to a lengthy stay at this warm and wonderful house of books. Admittedly, the name was enough to reel me in.

I was welcomed in by the shop's owner, Bobbie Fishman, and chatting with her was in itself worth the visit. Learn her story while there.

In the end I had to limit myself to three books, but every shelf warrants a day's visit. Bobbie is selective in her curation and rightfully so. All titles I took home were ones she had featured; I'm convinced she can anticipate who will walk through that door and sets out just what...