Bay Books

Bay Books is a local independent bookstore in the heart of Old Town Bay Saint Louis. We pride ourselves on being both knowledgeable and helpful resources when shopping for a great book or gift. Bay Books has a large selection of new and used books, as well as Melissa & Doug children's toys, stationary, and local art! Feel free to come by and check out our latest selection of great reads and gifts.

📍131 Main St # B, Bay St Louis, MS 39520
📞(228) 463-2688
✉️baybooks@bellsouth.net

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HOURS:
Monday: 10:30am - 5pm
Tuesday: 10:30am - 5pm
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 10:30am - 5pm
Friday: 10:30am - 5pm
Saturday: 10:30am - 5pm
Sunday: 11am - 4pm

About Bay Books

Bay Books, located on Main Street, is the quintessential small town book store. That is just what owner, Jeremy Burke, wanted to open in Old Town. 

Burke and his wife purchased the store in 2011. He recalls, “Whenever we found out it was for sale, we knew we just had to go buy it because we didn’t want our community, or county, without an independent bookstore.” 

As opposed to large chain and online bookstores, at Bay Books, there is a real sense of community and personalization present. One of Burke’s favorite parts about owning the shop is “being an asset to the community.” He works to have a relationship with the local schools, and makes sure to carry the books that the students need.

Children’s literacy played a large part in inspiring Burke to open Bay Books. “Literacy is a big thing for us, especially kid’s literacy,” he said. Upon opening, his “first order of business” was expanding the children’s section. There, you will find options for newborns to teenagers. 

Another best-seller are the local books. Burke strives to “stock as many local books, as well as local authors, that we can.” You will also find independent and self-published authors here as well. “We want to be able to have something that nobody else has.” 

Also available in this charming shop located on “Main Street USA,” are local history books and used books at affordable prices. 

Burke’s customer service and dedication to his customers is incredible. Make sure to visit his quaint shop and find your next great read! ​

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