Papercuts J.P.

Lovely little bookstore with an eclectic mix of titles. The owner is very helpful and well read. I’ve purchased several books on her recommendation that I never would have considered on my own, with happy endings on reading something out of my typical sphere.

This was exactly what JP needed. The shop is small but wonderfully curated. I felt like every book had been lovingly selected, presented, and, in some cases, blurbed by the owner, which is a breath of fresh air from the impersonal «3 copies of everything» approach of monolithic, vanilla booksellers like B&N. This isn’t a book-hoarder’s compendium (thankfully) but a place to reignite your inner book nerd with kindred spirits. Good luck making it out of here without at least one book under your arm and half a dozen more on your wish list (I sure didn’t)!

SO happy to have a local bookstore again!
Fabulous variety in a relatively small space, plenty of classic literature as well as more contemporary titles. The proprietor ordered two books for me, emailed me when they arrived and, considering the month of snow we all endured, it was easy as pie.
Papercuts will be my go-​to bookstore from here on in. My only tiny issue: the name of the store makes me wince just a little!

Wonderful bookstore! Friendly, helpful staff. At first glance, it looks like a small, used bookstore — but, In fact, I was pleasantly surprised to see a wide array of new releases. I walked out, happily, with a copy of Anne Tyler’s new novel. Much better than ordering it on Amazon. I can start reading it right away AND support a local business in the process.

I’ve been twice now and just love it. It’s so great to have a good bookstore back in JP again. You can see it in people’s faces as they shop there.
There used to be a bookstore in JP just around the corner, Jamaicaway Books & Gifts (where On Centre gift shop is), but that never really seemed to have a vision nor heart that would draw booklovers.
But Papercuts, JP — has both. It’s a small space but has a wonderful selection of books within it. There’s just this feel and vibe that is a beacon for book lovers like me. Looking forward to signing my paycheck over regularly for my book fix there!

Just checked this place out last week and I’m really excited they’re part of JP! The store is charming and the book selection is pretty great. They sell little hipster gifty things (quirky calendars, little notebooks with funny designs, clever literary posters) so you can easily knock off some of the items on your gift-​giving list. The owner is a charming young woman and was friendly and knowledgeable. I picked up a few gifts and ordered a book for myself. I’m still waiting for it and when I called to check up I learned they were still working on a system for orders and are constantly getting new inventory. A big awning is also on its way. Just be advised they’re still working on the kinks of a brand new business, but I’m very optimistic they will be a raging success.

Quite unbelievably, JP was lacking a proper bookstore until Papercuts opened up right next to Blue Frog Bakery on Green Street. The space itself is small; perhaps as small a bookstore I’ve ever seen. That said, I didn’t feel cramped or anxious even though there was a handful of people on each of my two visits. (Perhaps this can be attributed to the fact that people actually tend to act decently in bookstores.) It’s very warm and comfortable inside and if I was a little less awkward (or rather just more oblivious to social mores) I’d probably see if I could get away with sitting on their couch reading for like… the entire day.
The selection seems to have been pretty thoughtfully curated, which is especially important for a shop of this size. Both times I went in, I ended up spending more than I intended. There are a few local crafts for sale too, including ornaments and posters made up of entire texts.
I wish I could shut up about this place, and I’m sure my friends feel the same way, but it’s just too exciting to finally have a bookstore here and especially one as great as Papercuts.