Complimentary coffee and wireless internet at Bookophilia, a Kingston bookstore with a difference
16 July 2008 by Karin in Entrepreneurs,Worth A Visit [ 13 comments ]
Bookophilia, a new bookstore/internet cafe opened in Kingston recently.
Selling books, magazines, music, art and other assorted items, Bookophilia is a welcome and overdue “new model” bookstore that has long been common in other international cities.
Located at 92 Hope Road, just below Liguanea, Bookophilia is a cozy, intimate space where book lovers can enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee, internet wireless service, and relax in a comfortable environment.
It’s a perfect place to read, have a mini-meeting, or just get away from the bustle of Kingston.
There are comfy armchairs and a great selection of coffee and teas.
There is a good selection of books for both adults and children with special orders available…
…and a great selection of magazines.
Childrens’ area complete with fun kid friendly decor…
The owner, Andrea Dempster says, “Since opening, the response has been very positive. We have lots of repeat customers and people that come in to do work during the day or to have small meetings, and those that are really book lovers.”
Bookophilia has already hosted a number of events including the recent Kingston on the Edge performances, as well as childrens’ readings on Saturday mornings, wine tastings, free seminars on various topics including negotiation and life coaching, book readings, launches, and signings.
They also feature an artist-in-residence night and have a regular World Beat night on Fridays with a DJ.
Opening hours are,
Monday to Thursday 11am to 8pm
Friday 11 am to 9pm
Saturday 10 am to 7pm
Sunday 12 pm to 5pm.
Telephone number: 978-5248
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Looks very inviting…thx. for the link…
This is SO wonderful to see!! Wow – it is long overdue and inspiring to see a place like this pop up in Kingston and for it to be utilized so readily by a wide array of people. Hawwwt!! BIG UP YardEdge for sharing this.
I’ve been there. this place is uniquely awesome. A book-haven in the heart of the city. The Attendants are also so friendly, polite, put together and well versed on the books they sell. What a cool name too… I will be sure to visit.
Love it!!I will be visiting it soon!
I LOVE this little oasis in Kingston!!! I travel to Kingston from New York 4 to 5 times a year and it is a lovely place for me to log-on and check my email while having a coffee or tea. The book selection is great and the staff is wonderful…always making you feel welcome. I reccomend it to everyone I know. A standing ovation to Bookophilia!!!
This place looks cool.. I will enjoy hanging out here..
My office is virtual and every time I’m in JA I find myself logging on at Bookophilia! Strong signal, pleasant surroundings, interesting books, good coffee, friendly staff…Thank you Bookophilia!!…this New Yorker LOVES you.
Bookophilia is a breath of fresh air. Information gives the keys for eucational, health, and economic empowerment, and Bookophilia packages the information delivery in a new and attractive way. I will continue to spread the word about Bookophilia, an wonderul spot in Jamaica, WI, where we can check our email, purchase and read a book or magazine, have a cup of tea, chill-out, enjoy the comradery of a wondrful staff and just partake of a little piece of Paradise.
Hope to meet you there.
Bookophelia looks like a nice cozy place to read, write, and be inspired. Thanks
Charmaine
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