BOUTIQUE
INDEPENDENT
BOOKSELLER
EST. 2023
MARBLEHEAD
MASSACHUSETTS

About Saltwater Bookstore

Welcome to Saltwater Bookstore, established in May 2023 by long-time Marblehead resident, Laura Cooper. An avid reader and book enthusiast, Laura was inspired to finally open a store of her own after frequenting many other independent bookstores from Notting Hill to Beacon Hill. She is excited for Saltwater Bookstore to be included in the resurgence of bookstores in the New England area, while creating a shopping experience that is uniquely Marblehead.

Saltwater Bookstore is located in the beautiful, seaside town of Marblehead, MA. Nestled in the heart of the historic district, Saltwater's storefront at 134 Washington Street was built in 1790 and is full of classic New England charm. Thoughtfully designed with a cozy, coastal vibe, we invite you to spend time browsing our curated adult and children's rooms, enjoying our custom reading nooks, and engaging with other local book lovers. Saltwater loves being your community bookstore!

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Latest Press

  • Six Bookstores I Wish I Could Spend All Day In

    Zibby Owen’s Newsletter

    Saltwater Bookstore was thrilled to be included in Zibby Owen’s newsletter as one of her top 6 bookstores alongside Athena Books (Greenwich CT), Beacon Hill Books (Boston, MA), Zibby’s Bookshop (Santa Monica, CA), McNally Jackson (New York), and Book Hampton (East Hampton, NY).

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  • Saltwater Bookstore Brings New Life to Marblehead

    Marblehead Weekly News

    “Inspired by the resurgence of independent bookstores in the New England area, Laura Cooper opened Saltwater Bookstore with the aim to create a bookstore unique to Marblehead. The new bookstore features both adult and children’s books, and rooms that contain a selection of thoughtfully curated titles to choose from.”

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  • Marblehead women plan to write next chapter for town’s bookstores

    The Marblehead Current

    “Laura Cooper is eager to once again have a storefront business and to share her passion for books with other bibliophiles. Cooper says her vision for her small boutique bookstore is that is will be thoughtfully designed, carefully curated and community based - a place people will want to return, again and again”

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