This place seemed to have a great selection, and I always love to support a local business when I can, however, I could not overlook how uncomfortable I felt while I was in the store for all of 20 minutes. I had stopped in to grab a book to read while I’m on the beach, and in the little time we were in the shop, I felt that one of the employees working there was following me and my boyfriend around. Both of us are black. It was very hard to ignore and made me uncomfortable, so I put down the books I wanted to purchase and left. I understand that OCNJ doesn’t have a high black population but racial discrimination is still illegal. To be an owner of a book shop (when the entire purpose of books is to learn about other cultures, experiences and people) I...
Read moreI love, love, love, love, love this bookstore. A small independent bookstore that is well-stocked with books, stationery, beautiful cards and bookmarks, puzzles, and rubber ducks (!). So many things to discover when you really take your time browsing. The best part is that their stock changes rapidly during the summer, so you can go back every week and find...
Read moreI have never been inside the storr. I live to far away, however when I call they are very friendly and helpful. Because I libe so far, thry will mail me my books! Even though we have a book store in my town I prefer Sun Rose! The prices may be a little higher they say Altantic Book Store, Sun Rose is by far the best. Thank you Sun Rose for making my book dreams...
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