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Talk Story Bookstore

4.8(515 reviews)

About

In Kauai, Talk Story Bookstore is a bookshop at 1-2600 Kaumualii Hwy #3B, Kaumakani, HI 96747, United States, on the west side of the island near Waimea. The store sits in Kaumakani, a small town on the island's west side.

The bookshop is known for its shelves of new and used books, and its following is reflected in a 4.8 out of 5 average from 515 reviews — one of the strongest showings of any bookshop on Kauai. Readers from Lihue, Kapaa, Poipu, Princeville, Hanalei, Kilauea and Koloa make the drive to browse its stock. It has become a regular stop for book lovers exploring the island's west side.

First-time visitors should expect a welcoming, unhurried shop where browsing is encouraged. The store's website, http://www.talkstorybookstore.com/, is a useful starting point for planning a visit. Opening hours run throughout the day, so a stop can be worked into a west-side drive.

Kauai's warm tropical climate means daytime temperatures stay comfortable year-round, making any day suitable for a drive to Kaumakani. Hawaiian Creole English, commonly called Pidgin, is spoken widely across the islands, so visitors will hear it alongside standard English in shops and around town. Talk Story Bookstore rewards anyone who makes the trip to this quiet corner of Kauai.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Talk Story Bookstore known for?

As a bookshop on Kauai, Talk Story Bookstore offers browsing and buying books in a setting where Hawaiian Creole English, commonly called Pidgin, is spoken widely across the islands. The shop is part of the Hawaiian Islands group.

What kind of business is Talk Story Bookstore?

Talk Story Bookstore is a bookshop on Kauai in the Hawaiian Islands. Its website is http://www.talkstorybookstore.com/.

What should first-time visitors expect at Talk Story Bookstore?

First-time visitors to Talk Story Bookstore will find a bookshop on Kauai in the Hawaiian Islands. The island has a warm tropical climate with daytime temperatures that change little between summer and winter, so light clothing suits a visit.

Where is Talk Story Bookstore located on Kauai?

Talk Story Bookstore sits at 1-2600 Kaumualii Hwy #3B in Kaumakani, HI 96747, within the United States. The address places the bookshop on Kauai, part of the Hawaiian Islands.

How do visitors rate Talk Story Bookstore?

Talk Story Bookstore holds a rating of 4.8/5 from 515 reviews. That feedback reflects visits to this bookshop on Kauai.

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