Sinclair Inlet Books
Welcome to Sinclair Inlet Books, transitioning to become Kitsap County's first nonprofit independent bookstore after serving readers throughout the Pacific Northwest since 2022. Located in the heart of our waterfront community, we're more than just a bookstore—we're a literary hub where book lovers gather, discover new voices, and celebrate the written word.
Our Mission We believe that books have the power to transform communities. Whether you're seeking your next great read, looking for the perfect gift, or wanting to explore new genres, we're here to connect you with stories that matter. Our carefully curated selection spans fiction and nonfiction, literary classics and contemporary voices, local authors and international perspectives.
Community-Centered & Nonprofit Sinclair Inlet Books is currently transitioning to become a community-owned nonprofit, ensuring this vital literary resource remains a permanent part of our area's cultural landscape. We're expanding our mission to promote literacy, support literary arts, and increase access to literature through educational programming and community events.
What Makes Us Special
- Local Expertise: We know our community's reading tastes and love making personalized recommendations
- Author Events: Regular readings, book clubs, and literary discussions
- Community Programming: Writing workshops, literacy initiatives, and educational events
- Supporting Local: Featuring Pacific Northwest authors and regional voices
- Personal Service: Hand-picked selections and thoughtful recommendations from fellow book lovers
Shop With Purpose When you purchase from our Bookshop.org store, you're not just buying a book—you're supporting independent bookselling, local literary culture, and our mission to keep books at the heart of community life. Every purchase helps us continue serving readers and expanding access to literature in Kitsap County.
Visit Us Can't wait for shipping? Visit our physical store at 821 Bay Street in Port Orchard, where you can browse our full selection, attend events, and experience the warmth of our literary community firsthand. Follow us on social media for updates on new arrivals, author events, and reading recommendations.
Thank you for supporting independent bookstores and helping us build a more literate, connected community—one book at a time.
Sinclair Inlet Books - Where Stories Come Home
