Sanford's Independent Bookstore
Open Tuesday through Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 1-5
MonkeyKat Books is a cozy new spot to explore a curated selection of books, unique gifts, and delightful teas and snacks. Locally owned and operated, our shop aims to be more than just a bookstore; it's a community hub where you can enjoy a quiet read, find the perfect gift, or attend engaging events.
MonkeyKat Books, where the joy of reading and the warmth of community come together.
Your haven for quiet, creativity, and connection.
Books
Shop our carefully curated selection of new books!
Gifts
Peruse our collection of thoughtful, creative, and unique gifts!
Tea
Enjoy a variety of specialty teas while you settle into one of our cozy spots to read and relax.
Events
Explore our book clubs, weekly children's story time, author events, and more.
Why Customers Love Us
My family and I had a wonderful experience at the grand opening of MonkeyKat this past Saturday. It was very busy but we were well attended to. Great selection of books for both adults and kids. Kids story time was a great experience which I am told will be every Saturday from...
Patrick
Patrick
My family and I had a wonderful experience at the grand opening of MonkeyKat this past Saturday. It was very busy but we were well attended to. Great selection of books for both adults and kids. Kids story time was a great experience which I am told will be every Saturday from...
Beautiful store with lots of books and related items (bookmarks, journals, tote bags, pencils, etc.) Super excited to have this store in Sanford! It already has a community vibe which is really cool. The owner and other staff are incredibly friendly. Also enjoyed the opportunity...
Krista
Krista
Beautiful store with lots of books and related items (bookmarks, journals, tote bags, pencils, etc.) Super excited to have this store in Sanford! It already has a community vibe which is really cool. The owner and other staff are incredibly friendly. Also enjoyed the opportunity...
I went today for the first time with my boys. I am so excited to have a new book store in town, and I will most definitely be returning. The store layout is amazing with a wonderful reading area in the back that screams "come and relax for a while with your favorite book". The...
Jessica
Jessica
I went today for the first time with my boys. I am so excited to have a new book store in town, and I will most definitely be returning. The store layout is amazing with a wonderful reading area in the back that screams "come and relax for a while with your favorite book". The...
About
MonkeyKat Books is an independent bookstore located in Sanford, North Carolina, opened this year by Katheryn Rice (Kat, as her friends like to call her). Kat grew up in Sanford, and after 20 years away is happy to be back and to bring MonkeyKat to life in this community.
You'll find an extensive and exciting selection of new books including fiction, non-fiction, children’s, local interests, and the arts. And this is more than a bookshop, it is your place to hang. You are encouraged to read, connect, and create while perusing the shelves, browsing the gifts, and enjoying a cup of tea.
Being a third place is the point. Here you are not at work and not at home, you are somewhere to explore your own creative side, to connect with others, or just to disconnect from the outside stressors of the world.
Engaging events and workshops, book clubs, storytimes and more will be ongoing. Join in the fun and discover your next favorite adventure!
Come hang with us!
Open Tuesday through Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 1-5