Curiosity Shop Bookstore

Curiosity Shop Bookstore

Curiosity Shop Bookstore
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Nellie O
West Palm Beach, FL81 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2017 • Couples
What a gem! I'm a book lover and driving thru Murphy I never expected to find such an adorable book store. It's quaint with a great variety of books and unique items. Kerry is one of the owners and he is so friendly and delightful. He just makes you feel comfortable and engages you in conversation...just a great guy. I found these unique night lights and cards for my girls. I can't wait to come back and spend more time exploring. A must visit if you are in Murphy🌞👍
Written July 19, 2017
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shelley0nther0ad
Dayton, TN32 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2017 • Solo
What a great visit! I love independent booksellers and what they have to offer. Great conversation, great recommendations and a comfortable atmosphere to explore. So good to enjoy the positivity that emanates from this store. Stop in and visit with Kerry and Anne, they really have created a local gem.
Written July 1, 2017
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Henry N
Naples, FL4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2015 • Friends
If you are looking for a friendly, pleasant experience, this is the place. If you want to find something to read while enjoying this part of the country, this is the place. A must see in Murphy.
Written October 21, 2015
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ann01256950
North Carolina Mountains, NC18 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2018
Called and ordered a book to be mailed to my home here in Murphy NC on July 31st. I was going to send it to Portland OR as part of a wedding gift.
As of today's date 8/21/18 we never received the book by mail. I did however go to the Book Shop and they gave me another copy to get ready to mail to OR.
Everytime I called about the book before I went to get another one ,they just seemed a little nonchalant about it, knowing that it was headed to OR.
Written August 21, 2018
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Victoria L
United Kingdom561 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Friends
What a quaint and lovely bookstore! The owners were so friendly and helpful. We were sad to learn they are returning and closing their bookstore a week after our visit.
Written October 25, 2023
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Serenity
North Carolina119 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019 • Friends
A neat shop for Books (good, eclectic selection), fun Jewelry, cool soap shapes/colors, the proprietor was just lovely! It was a pleasure to stop & shop! Wish they were closer to North GA, I'd return often.
Written April 13, 2019
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Jodi H
Augusta, GA3,226 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2019 • Solo
What a great book shop! This is run by the couple who own the place. Anne is the nicest most patient lady! They have a cute little children’s nook, plenty of variety in fiction & nonfiction. They even carry relief maps! One thing that wasn’t book related that absolutely fascinated me was the geological soaps done in your birthstone colors. They smell fantastic too. When strolling around downtown Murphy, stop in here for a pleasant surprise.
Written February 28, 2019
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Sara CP
Chattanooga, TN39 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2019 • Couples
We love books and bookstores, so we had to stop in on our recent trip to Murphy. My husband bought a book, and the shop owner engaged him in conversation about the author and called my husband by name as he said thank you and goodbye. In addition, I purchased a beautiful gold necklace from a local artist/jeweler. We loved the quaint shop, and we plan on stopping by again next time we’re in Murphy. There’s a coffee/ wine bar next door too!
Written February 10, 2019
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Destination_Vacay
Saint Johns, Florida181 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2017 • Family
This bookstore has been in Murphy, North Carolina as long as I recall - one difference, I'm not sure when ownership changes but it did ....a few years at most, and one of the owners is delightful.... Kerry. Good man with a heart of gold.

I love the addition of some of the jewelry and handmade items - e.g. Beautiful scarfs, ponchos, classy unique earrings, and jewelry. It's a nice place to pick up a book by a local area author or a classic.

My only wish, more books! There's a little area that makes up trinkets for children - stuffed animals, educational toys.... IMHO I'd rather see a larger selection of books. There's enough "gift" type items on top of all the bookshelves on their own little racks / pedestals. Would simply love a bit more to peruse in the actual book area!!!
Written February 2, 2017
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A W
Andrews, NC10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2015
Small, intimate shop - great variety of books - unique items next to Daily Grind Coffee & Wines shop where you can relax and read. Meet Linda and Ann for a great experience!
Written December 12, 2015
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