Barrett Bookstore

Barrett Bookstore Welcome to Barrett Bookstore's official page! The year was 1939. The story of Barrett Bookstore is really the story of small businesses everywhere.

A gallon of gas cost 10 cents, the top song was “Over the Rainbow,” and Barrett Bookstore opened for business in downtown Stamford. The first indication of change for the store occurred in the 1970s when Stamford’s Town Center was built, taking away most of the foot traffic that had sustained the store in its Summer Street location. David Rose, who owned the store for over 30 years, decided to mov

e to a new location on High Ridge Road in Stamford. Away from the mall, and in a location with easy car access, the business flourished in the 1980’s. During that time, Rose decided to expand and purchased the Book Shelf in Goodwives Shopping Center in Darien. The shopping center was sold and renovated, and soon, rents skyrocketed. Rose decided in 1989 to relocate the Darien store to its current location in Noroton Heights. When Borders moved in virtually next door, the High Ridge Road store was closed. In 1997, the business was sold to the Daleys. Since taking over the business over ten years ago, the Daleys have twice expanded the store and substantially increased the staff and the inventory. With a strong commitment to customer service, a knowledgeable friendly staff, and a pleasant shopping atmosphere, Barrett Bookstore remains in business thanks to loyal customer support.

🐙Author Michael Zanetti is coming to the store on Saturday, May 16th at noon to sign copies of his new book The Amazing ...
05/11/2026

🐙Author Michael Zanetti is coming to the store on Saturday, May 16th at noon to sign copies of his new book The Amazing Octopus.🐙

Ladies Of Summer, Barrett Bookstore’s bibliophilic summer kickoff, is back! Join us at Wee Burn Country Club on Thursday...
05/08/2026

Ladies Of Summer, Barrett Bookstore’s bibliophilic summer kickoff, is back! Join us at Wee Burn Country Club on Thursday, June 25th for refreshments and a lively panel of authors. We are delighted to have Kimberly McCreight, Hannah McKinnon, and Emma Straub taking the stage this year! Tickets are on sale now at the link in our stories.

Doors open at 6:30 pm for attendees to enjoy a glass of wine and light bites. Our panel will talk about their newest books followed by an audience Q&A and signing. The authors’ newest novels will be available for purchase at the event, or you can pre-purchase them with our new bundled ticket option, which includes VIP placement in the signing line.

We can’t wait to see you on June 25th!

Barrett Bookstore is popping up at Hot Takes, an evening of conversation, connection, and clarity. Join us at the Westpo...
05/07/2026

Barrett Bookstore is popping up at Hot Takes, an evening of conversation, connection, and clarity. Join us at the Westport Playhouse on May 13th to mingle at the marketplace from 6 - 7, then hear from the panel of practitioners and wellness experts who apply their clinical-based perspective to the often confusing world of midlife wellness. Tickets are on sale now - check the link in our stories, or our Event RSVPs highlight.

⛳️ Calling all golf fans - or anyone looking for a Father’s Day gift for a golf fan! Famed golf journalist Bill Fields i...
05/06/2026

⛳️ Calling all golf fans - or anyone looking for a Father’s Day gift for a golf fan! Famed golf journalist Bill Fields is coming to Barrett Bookstore for a meet & greet on Saturday June 13. Pick up a copy of his book A Quick Nine Before Dark and get it signed. Let us know you’re coming at the link in our stories.

Join us Wednesday, May 20th when we welcome author Robert Bailey to chat about his new book THE MEDIATOR, a novel follow...
04/29/2026

Join us Wednesday, May 20th when we welcome author Robert Bailey to chat about his new book THE MEDIATOR, a novel following disgraced attorney Max Ringo. An experienced lawyer himself, Robert will be in conversation with Elise Hart Kipness, a former sports journalist whose book series centers on sports journalist Kate Green. RSVP at the link in our stories for refreshments and conversation between two authors whose career experience influenced their riveting novels.

Independent Bookstore Day 2026 was one for the books! Thank you to for our fabulous in store events and to all of the...
04/26/2026

Independent Bookstore Day 2026 was one for the books! Thank you to for our fabulous in store events and to all of the CT Book Trail trekkers who supported us throughout the day. We have signed copies of Priya’s and Andrew’s books and more passports to stamp! 📚🫶🏻

04/21/2026

Calling all audiobook listeners! 🎧 Visit Barrett Bookstore this Saturday, April 25 to celebrate Indie Bookstore Day and search our shelves for the Golden Ticket. One lucky winner will receive 12 free audiobook credits! Where will we hide it??

NEW TIME ANNOUNCEMENT!! 🦋 Join us from 1:30 - 3:30 on Independent Bookstore Day (Saturday, April 25th) to meet author An...
04/06/2026

NEW TIME ANNOUNCEMENT!! 🦋 Join us from 1:30 - 3:30 on Independent Bookstore Day (Saturday, April 25th) to meet author Andrew Ginsburg. He will be reading and signing his book The Colors Of My Sky, guiding young and old readers alike through lessons about biodiversity, cultural diversity, and kindness.

Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with an evening author visit from Priya Parmar. We are delighted to host her and loc...
03/25/2026

Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with an evening author visit from Priya Parmar. We are delighted to host her and local bibliophile Suzy Hayes to discuss The Original, a novel that plunges into the tumultuous life of screen icon Katharine Hepburn. RSVP at the link in our stories or “Event RSVPs” highlight from our profile

Author Andrew Ginsburg is one of two authors celebrating Independent Bookstore Day at Barrett this year! On Saturday, Ap...
03/25/2026

Author Andrew Ginsburg is one of two authors celebrating Independent Bookstore Day at Barrett this year! On Saturday, April 25th at noon, Andrew will sign copies of his children’s book The Colors Of My Sky. Lester the blue butterfly will guide young and old readers alike through lessons about biodiversity, cultural diversity, and kindness. RSVP at the link in our stories or “Event RSVPs” highlight in our profile.

Address

5 Corbin Drive
Darien, CT
06820

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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+12036552712

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