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Best Bookshops in Calabar

Ranked lists 18 bookshops in Calabar. The default view shows 18 local listings in ranking order. DAN CHRIS WORD CREATIVE ART is the first local listing in the default order, with a Google rating of 5.0 from 8 Google reviews.

Compiled from Ranked's database. Method and checks: Eruo Fredoline, founder, Ranked Technologies Ltd. How we rank. Latest listing check 22 September 2026.

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Ordered on Google rating, review volume, review recency, profile completeness, review sentiment and the earned verified tick, on weights published and in force since 2026-07-16. Paid placement is not one of them.

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As of October 2026, Ranked lists 18 bookshops in Calabar, Nigeria, ordered using Google review signals and Ranked's published scoring method. Payment does not change the order.

Source: Ranked (ranked.ng) directory database · full statistics · methodology

Ranked: 18
Google reviews reported: 219
Page refreshed: 1 month ago

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Ranked #1 by score#1 in the city
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DAN CHRIS WORD CREATIVE ART
60.8/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars8 reviews
Ikot Ene-Obong, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume32
Review recency41
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Enayi V. ★★★★★ : Exquisite writing with vivid descriptions that helps one relate and stay hooked till the end.
Sunday C. ★★★★★ : The way you introduce every character in your story is so unique. Your books, has inspired me and I think it a masterpiece and absolutely breathtaking 😅😅 I pray for more wisdom and knowledge 🙏🙏
2
Knowledge of Truth Bookshop
60.5/ 100
4.64.6 out of 5 stars29 reviews
Akpabuyo 541104, Cross River, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating90
Review volume49
Review recency47
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Esther E. ★★★★★ : They are very efficient and effective in their delivery service. Had a smooth dealing with them. Thank you 🙏🏼.
Imoh J. ★★★★★ : Quite a variety of books and amazing customer service
3
Joemani Book-binding & Prints Ventures
55.1/ 100
4.94.9 out of 5 stars21 reviews
Etagbor, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
- Open Sundays
Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating94
Review volume45
Review recency1
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Rita E. ★★★★★ : Is tested and trusted, they give you Quality Joemani Book-binding & printing is the best
Israel L. ★★★★★ : One stop reliable Book-binding & Printing company i have always want to handle my works. Fast and Trusted, even more affordable.
4
NICKSON BOOKSHOP
55.3/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews
Ika Ika Qua Market, Marian Market, Ediba Rd, Leopad Town, Calabar 540241, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume16
Review recency53
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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5
The Youngest Bookshop
58.8/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
Shop 1 Ikot Ishie Plaza, Ikot Akasuk, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency91
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Divine E. ★★★★★ : I had a really great experience at the bookshop. The environment is really welcoming, the books are well arranged, and there's a good variety to choose from. The customer service is also excellent, and they are friendly, helpful, and professional. I highly recommend this bookshop to anyone looking for quality books at a reasonable prices. Definitely one of the places i,d gladly visit again!!!
6
KINGS VIEW PUBLISHING HOUSE
50.4/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
41 Mayne Ave, Efut Abua, Calabar 140010, Cross River, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency1
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Sheelah O. ★★★★★ : Kings View is a publishing house of class, quality and great value. Our books are topnotch, with a perfectionist touch. Over the years we have evolved into the most client concious book Publishers. You would definitely refer us.
7
Bookberries by Quinesta
47.3/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
1A Ivara Esu street, Marian Road, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency3
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
pascaline E. ★★★★★ : A great resource center for kids.
8
Inkfinity
47.0/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
1 Joe Duke Crescent, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540252, Cross River, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency0
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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9
UNICAL Bookshop
41.9/ 100
3.53.5 out of 5 stars155 reviews
X84R+3GG, Etta Agbo Rd, University of Calaba, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating50
Review volume73
Review recency3
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Stella O. ★★★★★ : Being a fresher in unical,I get confused when asked to go the bookshop,after my investigations I found out that there are two book shops in unical one close to main gate and the other near ICT the book shop is really clean and workers are ready to help you find the books you are looking for
Barikui C. ★★★★★ : Yea this is where you get all kind of books. It's an ideal place for students.
10
Blessright Books
15.6/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Ettagbo, 26 Abong Aseng, Atu, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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11
Asu Bookshop
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Line C,366, Leopad Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #11? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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12
At Shiloh Bookshop
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
94 Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #12? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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13
Peek-a-boo Children’s Bookstore
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
by Airforce fence, 71 IBB Way, Akim Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #13? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
14
Emjae Ebook Store
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
No. 75 old school road satellite town, Calabar, Esuk Atu, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
Why ranked #14? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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15
SeTTIME Communion, BIBLES n Bookstore
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
opposite Anglican Cathedral, 80 Calabar Rd, Henshaw Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
- Open Sundays
Why ranked #15? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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16
Shammah Bookshop
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
37 Akim Market Road, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #16? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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17
Edede C Progress Nigeria Bookshops
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
92 Calabar Rd, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #17? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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18
Learners Bookshop
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
3 Hewett St, Duke Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #18? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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What the data shows for bookshops in Calabar

Counted from every bookshops ranked in Calabar, Cross River State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 18
With 5+ reviews: 4
Rated 4.5 or higher: 8
Median reviews: 1
Phone listed: 17 of 18
Opening hours listed: 18 of 18

4 of the 18 bookshops ranked in Calabar have five or more Google reviews. Compare review counts alongside ratings when choosing a business.

Of the 18, 8 score 4.5 or higher, 1 are below 4.0 and 9 have no rating yet.

The median bookshops here has 1 review.

UNICAL Bookshop has the most, 155 at 3.5, followed by Knowledge of Truth Bookshop (29) and Joemani Book-binding & Prints Ventures (21).

17 list a phone number, 3 a website and 18 opening hours; 0 have a photo on file.

Across the 16 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes bookshops, the median city lists 19; Calabar has 18, fewer than the median.

The most recent Google review we hold for this set is from August 2026.

Source: Ranked directory database, counted at publish time. Full statistics.

Frequently asked questions

How many bookshops are listed in Calabar?

Ranked lists 18 bookshops in Calabar. The default view shows 18 local listings in ranking order.

Which local listing appears first in the default order?

DAN CHRIS WORD CREATIVE ART appears first, with a Google rating of 5.0 from 8 Google reviews. The order uses Ranked's published review-based method; it is not a measure of every aspect of the business.

Which local listing loaded on this page has the most Google reviews?

UNICAL Bookshop has the most reported Google reviews among the 18 local listings loaded on this page: 155. Review volume is one ranking signal and does not establish service quality.

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