Village Books & Coffee House
#130 12031 First Ave V7E 3M1 Richmond, BC, Canada

Weekend plans? From mystery/thrillers, to Magic and Non-Fiction, these are just some of the new and hot book releases. . .... . . . #2021 #readharder #mystery #thriller #weekendreads #curlupwithabook #timewellspent #readingisfun #indiebookstore #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #Steveston See more

Full of great inspiration to eat better this year. Now available in the shop. . .... . . . . . #eatbetter #salads #eathealthy #smoothies #bowlfood See more

Happy 21st day of the 21st year of the 21st century! . . .... . #notabledays #newday #celebrate #happy #happydays #2021 #chocolatechipcookies #abakerslife #Steveston See more

Love to Bake? ‘Tis the season to start your ovens! Many choices in-store for all your baking levels and interests. ... . . . . #baking #books #cookbooks #cozy #delicious #abakerslife #indiebookstore #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #ididntbuyitonamazon

We are OPEN today Monday for your last-minute coffee, tea, books, puzzles, candles, soaps, pickles and gift card needs! . . .... . . . #ilovemondays #giftideas #twasthenightbeforeChristmas #Christmas #coffee #tea #seasons #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #indiebookstore #steveston See more

Eggnog, London Fog, Vanilla Chai, Candy Cane, Hot Toddy. Sounds like a listing of festive beverages, doesn’t it? These are actually a few of the lovely artisan soaps made in Canada using natural ingredients by Old Soul Soap. We have re-stocked and they all smell great. Makes a great stocking stuffer or addition to your bathroom. . . .... . . #Oldsoulsoap. #madeinCanada #artisan #soap #selfcare #treatyourself #shoplocal #shopCanadian #goCanada #supportsmallbusiness #indiebookstore #steveston See more

Graphic novels for the adults have also been popular all year too. . . .... . . . #graphicnovels #Books #nonfiction #sciencefiction #readharder #Indiebookstore #StayHomeRead #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #steveston See more

This year’s going to be GREAT. Make it a year of good changes. Keep the momentum going. You got this! . . .... #2021 #habits #goodhabits #makechange #selfhelp #startnow #bookwise #readharder #thisyearwillbedifferent #indiebookstore #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #Steveston

We will be CLOSED Monday & Tuesday January 11th and 12th for some store maintenance. We will be replenishing books, arranging shelves and working on other projects we have been planning to complete. Come grab your books and coffee this weekend so you don’t run out! .... . . . . . #2021 #letsgetorganized #timeforchange #reorg #bookspace #indiebookstore #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #Steveston See more

One of the most influential writers of Spy Fiction.

For your coffee or tea at home or at work, or both if you WFH. . . .... . #coffeemug #teamug #keepcalmandreadon #gift #coolthings #StayHomeAndRead #shoplocal #supportlocal #smallbusinesseveryday #Ididntbuyitonamazon See more

Did you know that graphic novels can also be non-fiction? We have added some Science Comics and Maker Comics, for kids and big kids to enjoy. We love the graphic format which makes it more inviting to learn. Come check out our ever-growing selections! . .... . . . . #graphicnovel #kidsbooks #STEM #Science #Technology #careers #Nonfiction #funreads #getreading #StayHomeAndRead #indiebookstore #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #Ididntbuyitonamazon #steveston See more

For lovers of Fashion and Design we have some great books to fill the bookshelf or coffee table. You’ll find books on designers like Coco Chanel, Calvin Klein, and Fashion Icons like Audrey Hepburn to name a few. Also for budding Fashionistas or Fashion Designers, we have some sketching books to practice your craft with. . . .... . #books #kidsbooks #Fashion #Design #coffeetablebook #HistoryOfFashion #Shoplocal #Buylocal #supportsmallbusiness #smallbusinesseveryday #Ididntbuyitonamazon #Steveston

This month’s recommended read if you like memoirs. I picked it up and couldn’t put it down. Great for gifting too. Angela, Book Buyer

It’s Bestseller Friday! This is what’s been popular this week. . . .... . . #books #populartitles #newandhot #hotreads #readingweekend #StayHomeAndRead #topofthebookpile #topshelfreads #Louisepenny #robertharris #donnaleon #evelazarus #vancouverexposed #indiebookstore #shoplocal #supportlocal #ididntbuyitonamazon See more

We’re respectfully closed Wednesday, Remembrance Day to honor all those who we lost, and those who continue to serve, fighting for our freedoms that we enjoy today.

Hot Diggity Dog, it’s a beautiful day! . . .... . . #pretzel #pretzels #pretzelbun #salt #fresh #baker #doggel #bakedfromscratch #bread #yvreats #yvrfoodie #yvrfood #steveston #yummy See more

Biographies/Memoirs are especially popular these days with more of us reading (Yay to that!). Here are a few that have garnered more attention in recent days. What are you currently reading? .... . . . #books #memoirs #autobiography #newreleases #booklist #fallreads #toberead #somanybooks #indiebookstore #supportlocal #shoplocal #smallbusinesseveryday #ididntbuyitonamazon See more

Happy Friday! We hope you have a safe and happy Thanksgiving this long weekend. If you need any Pumpkin Scones, coffee beans, or books we will be open Saturday (9-5) and Sunday (11-4), closed Monday. #Thanksgiving #indiebookstore #books #coffee #bakedgoods #kidsbooks #supportlocal #shoplocal

Welcome to the World of the Grishaverse and Shadow and Bone. The last part of filming will take place in Vancouver, so it will be exciting to see this series when it launches soon on Netflix. . . . .... #Grishaverse #LeighBardugo #sixofcrows #yareads #yafantasy #fantasybooks #bookish #fallbooks #indiebookstore #shoplocal #supportlocal #smallbusinesseveryday #ididntbuyitonamazon See more

Long-awaited novels from Michael Connelly and Lee Child are finally here. It’s perfect reading weather, just stay in and escape from the moment with these fantastic mystery/crime authors. . . .... . #books #mystery #MichaelConnelly #LeeChild #fiction #escapereading #StayHomeAndRead #indiebookstore #shoplocal #supportlocal #smallbusiness #smallbusinesseveryday #Ididntbuyitonamazon See more

#23 Brilliant for eliminating food waste #17 Now I know what to use bread tags for #1 No way. This is not for a bookstore LOL! Which solution(s) are you interested in trying?... #TheHomeEdit #cluttercontrol #organize #lifehappens #lifehacks

Books are a comfort. . . .... #bookbag #bookhaul #keepcalm #motto #goals #indiebookstore #supportlocal #shoplocal #smallbusinesseveryday #ididntbuyitonamazon See more

Don’t miss this! Catch Authors like Kenneth Oppel, Wade Davis, Lorna Crozier, Tegan & Sara, Ian Rankin, Marilynne Robinson, Thomas King, Michelle Good, Emma Donoghue and Kevin Kwan to name a few. We have copies of the Vancouver Writers Fest brochure for you in the shop, or you can go to writersfest.bc.ca for more information.

They’re here!!! Much anticipated and perfect for the current season, Modern Comfort Food will earn a place on your kitchen bookshelf. #cookbooks #InaGarten #ModernComfortFood #indiebookstore #supportlocal #shoplocal

There’s a lot of anticipation for Ina Garten’s new cookbook, Modern Comfort Food, releasing October 6th next week. If you’ve seen any of her recent posts on Instagram, you know this cookbook will have many good recipes. We have already started taking pre-orders, so if you would like to secure a copy let us know! #cookbooks #InaGarten #ModernComfortFood #indiebookstore #supportlocal #shoplocal

It’s International Coffee Day today. Make sure you enjoy a good cuppa! #coffee #coffeeculture #freshroasted #directtrade #49thcoffee #49thparallelcoffee #supportlocal #independentcoffee #Vancouver #Steveston

This is a great teachable book, and the illustrations are fun! #kidsbooks #contructionsite #homeschool... #lifetools See more

Tuesday we release copies of Inspirational Speaker and Motivator Rachel Hollis’ new book, Didn’t See That Coming. You may remember her other books, Girl, Wash Your Face, and Girl, Stop Apologizing, both amazing resources for self-improvement. Didn’t See That Coming is about, How to embrace the difficult moments in life and for the learning experiences they are, and that a life well-lived is one of purpose and focused on the essentials. (theHollisco.com)... Pre-order your copy as this will be a highly-anticipated book, a much-needed boost for some during these challenging times. #books #motivation #selfhelp #selfcare #RachelHollis #ilovemybookstore #indiebookstore #shoplocal

New Arrivals this week: #readingweekend #readingpile #toreadlist... #StayHomeAndRead #newreleases #indiebookstore #ilovemybookstore #shoplocal #Steveston See more

Need a good fit on your face covering? Use a coffee bag tie as a nose bridge on your mask to ensure it stays put, and it will reduce the chance of fogging up. If you need any coffee bag ties, please inquire at the shop - we always have stock. #49thparallel #coffee #coffeeingenuity... #coffeefirstalways #coffeelife #reducereuserecycle See more

Now that Fall is upon us the days are getting shorter. For those with hectic schedules there is a solution to meal planning. Dinner, Uncomplicated, is an excellent guide to getting good homemade meals on the table with minimal fuss and stress. So we tried the Thai Red Curry Chicken, and other than some protest about the mushrooms from the kiddos, everyone ate and enjoyed the meal. This cookbook will be in our go-to book pile right on top of @clairetansey’s Uncomplicated, our... other favourite cookbook. #Cookbooks #newrelease #dinnersolved #timesaver #Canadianauthor #DinnerUncomplicated #ClaireTansey

Why not try a new hobby this fall? We have some excellent bread baking books to guide you through the science and art of bread. Whether you’re a beginner, or a seasoned Baker we have a book for you! #bakingbread #bread #sourdough... #quarantinebaking #hellofall See more

New & popular non-fiction this week. #books #nonfiction #HotOffThePress #politics #politicalscience #currentevents

Graphic Novels generally include mostly fiction, but can include non-fiction and anthology works. Defined by a comic-book style or visual content (Wikipedia), they are appealing to all ages and all types of readers. You will find a selection of comic book and graphic novels in the shop, for younger readers and up. If you didn’t get a chance to pick up the Little Bird comic series, winner of the 2020 Eisner award, by our local author Darcy Van Poelgeest, you can now get the ...full five comics softcover bound. Great for Science Fiction and Fantasy fans, this will be a welcome addition to your graphic novels collection. #books #graphicnovels #classicliterature #horror #scifi #fantasy #LittleBirdComic