Housed in a quaint, historic home on School House Road, Books to be Red is not only Ocracoke's beloved independent bookstore, but also a purveyor of gorgeous ceramics and pottery, candles, soaps and body products, home and garden accessories and whimsical items you won't find anywhere else. A well-chosen selection of book titles makes this small bookstore a literary powerhouse. You can find a great selection of fiction, nonfiction, poetry and local interest books plus cards, journals and art supplies. There is also a special collection of books and educational toys just for children. Plan to linger.