This quiet, appealing neighborhood bookstore has been a staple of Christchurch for over 40 years. Although its original building was damaged during the massive earthquake of 2011, the business itself lives on. When I first visited the store in late 2015, Scorpio Books occupied a humble shipping container in the trendy Re:Start Mall. It was definitely a unique shopping experience, although the selection was understandably limited. When I came back through town a year later, I was pleased to see that Scorpio Books had moved into a larger, more open shop just down from its original building on Hereford Street.
With a great local selection and friendly staff, it’s a sure bet that you won’t be walking out empty-handed.