McIntyre's Books  // one of the south's most celebrated independent bookstores

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Don’t miss these upcoming author readings at McIntyre’s Books!

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McIntyre’s Books is an independent bookstore with an English library setting, including a fireplace, upholstered chairs and cozy rooms perfect for browsing. We offer a wide selection of fiction and non-fiction, with particular emphasis on cooking, gardening and books by local authors – a collection that aptly reflects Fearrington itself. We also have an extensive mystery section! Since opening in 1989, we’ve been hosting one of the largest author and poet events programs in the South.

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Stay in touch with the latest at McIntyre’s – bookmark this page to see up-to-date author events; sign up for our weekly email updates in the column to the right; and become a fan on Facebook!

Author Events

Since opening, McIntyre’s has been a leader in the area for hosting author readings. We’ve hosted hundreds of local and national authors including Howard Norman, Elizabeth Strout, Richard Russo, Andre DuBus III, Lynn Rosetto Kasper, Khalid Housseini, Amy Tan, Paula Deen, Peter Mayle, Cokie Roberts, Haven Kimmel, Alan Furst, George Pelecanos, Frances Mayes, P.D. Grimes, Lee Smith, Clyde Edgerton, Charles Frazier, Giada De Laurentiis, Trisha Yearwood and Jimmy Carter. Check out our calendar to see who’s coming to Fearrington next!

Working, Living and Playing at Fearrington  //  Real Estate Happenings

5.2.13  A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending the Thai New Year Dinner at The Granary, one of the Cooks and Books events sponsored by McIntyre’s Books.  The author of Real Thai, Nancie McDermott, spoke about her books, her life and her passion for food, as well as,...

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What People Are Saying

  • McIntyre’s Books is one of those bookstores that’s impossible to leave empty-handed.

    - Publisher's Weekly

  • McIntyre's clientele [...] consider the store a haven of delight - a place where they can read up... More >

    - Triangle Business Journal, December 2011

    McIntyre’s clientele [...] consider the store a haven of delight – a place where they can read up on book recommendations from all five staff members and know that these are opinions they can trust.

    - Triangle Business Journal, December 2011

  • Personal Touch – a welcome contrast to big-box bookstores

    - Our State, December 2010

  • McIntyre's is a reader's paradise - tables and shelves full of books begging someone to crack the... More >

    - Our State Magazine

    McIntyre’s is a reader’s paradise – tables and shelves full of books begging someone to crack the spines…the staff tailors title selections to readers interests. It’s a welcome contrast to big-box bookstores.

    - Our State Magazine

  • McIntyre's draws from a fiercely loyal clientele who consider the store a haven of delight -  a... More >

    - Triangle Business Journal

    McIntyre’s draws from a fiercely loyal clientele who consider the store a haven of delight –  a place where they can read up on book recommendations from all five staff members and know that these are opinions they can trust.

    - Triangle Business Journal

  • I can’t tell you how many times we’ve visited McIntyre’s and never wanted to leave…

    - Algonquin Books Blogger

Meet the Team

Keebe Fitch, Manager & Event Coordinator

Keebe first opened McIntyre’s in 1989. Daughter of R.B. and Jenny Fitch, Fearrington’s creators, Keebe has been a part of the Fearrington family business since the early 1980s. When R.B. felt that an independent bookstore would be an ideal addition to Fearrington’s growing Village Center, he turned to Keebe to put it all together. In addition to earning a BA in History from UNC, she also received an MBA from Kenan Flagler’s Business School.

Pete Mock, Book Buyer & Mystery Guru

Pete calls them as he reads them. He came to McIntyre’s Books in 1995 and has developed a reputation for recommending lesser-known mystery authors and often-missed authors from other genres. He’s never short on opinions but is willing to back up what he has to say. Customers come in and call regularly to check on what he’s reading and make plans accordingly!

Katherine Pinard, Bookseller

While you’re in the shop, you will also likely meet our knowledgeable bookseller Katherine. She knows the collection well, so don’t hesitate to ask for recommendations!