Welcome to Intrigue Books and Things, Peterborough’s premier destination where smutty meets smarty—and comes with all the sass. Founded with a passion for guilty pleasures and unapologetic reads, we’re all about turning up the heat and turning pages at 68 Hunter St E.
Who we are:
- A cozy, locally loved haven boasting a curated collection of the naughtiest reads and Fabulous Smutty Books—with a side of unique, handcrafted goodies
- The brainchild of bibliophiles who believe in delivering spice, plot, and community vibes in one irresistible package.
- A mouthly sassy Pug named Mayhem that is the best doorbell in East City Peterboroguh
What we offer:
- Expertly curated smut, of all sub-genres. With no judgement we have a book for all vibes
- One-of-a-kind local treasures, handmade gifts, and Bookish Things to surprise and delight.
Our vibe:
- Fun? Check. We know a good #SmutTok moment when we see it—and we deliver it.
- Sassy? Absolutely. Come for the spice, stay for the plot
- Supportive & local: Proudly part of the PTBO community, engaging with readers, creators, and fellow small biz lovers
Why you’ll love us:
- Your slice of spice: Feel those butterflies? Whether it’s a blind-date-with-a-book or a dark and guilty-pleasure, we’ve got you.
- Community first: We’re more than a shop—we’re a hub. Come to chat, browse, laugh and leave with your next obsession.
- Local champions: We shout out local authors and creators—supporting Peterborough’s literary life is in our DNA.
Come see the magic
Drop in at 68 Hunter Street East, Peterborough, ON,
to feed your inner book beast and stroll through our carefully curated treasure trove.