As a West Coaster I have many bookstores to patronize and usually order from Amazon as I read as…read moremuch as I can. However after finding this little gem of a bookstore I can now say I order from Broadside! The shipping is more than reasonable and the selection is as all encompassing as I see online. The staff is tenured and reliable, one of the staff "Brenna" keeps a running log of what I read and like and when they have three or four they go ahead and charge my card and ship them out. It is so delightful to find a package of books waiting for me when I get home, I just dive right in. Thanks Broadside, Brenna and the rest of the fabulous crew for making reading even more fun.

Very cute new book store in Northampton! It's across the street from the Smith College Academy of…read moreMusic, in front of a "15 minute free" curbside parking spot. In addition to books of all genres, they sell a lot of adorable book related accessories - I do regret not getting the book earrings, but love my ribbon bookmark (the purchase of which helps with community hunger). They also have POSTCARDS! There's a bunch of local cards for Northampton and Smith, and the rest of vintage pictures, political, or just best described as random (but would be perfect for someone out there). Masks are required as of April 2022.

3rd stop today on my "Used bookstore trail in MASS" journey. This was the largest book shop I…read morestopped at today, unfortunately, I couldn't find anything interesting to purchase. As other Yelpers have stated, this store is packed with "inventory of every genre and subject", but just nothing for me. On a side note, I'm almost happy I didn't buy anything here today. The clerk was sitting at a desk right near the front entrance, no acknowledgement of me entering or leaving the place. Would it hurt you to say, "Hello" ? Sorry, lack of customers skills irks me a bit. Anyway, got back in the vehicle and headed to the next Used bookstore !

What took my travels to Grey Matter Books was (besides the promise of books) they have actual road…read moresigns directing you. How, in this day and age with stuff everywhere, they pulled that off, I can't tell you, but it's 100% worth following them. It's an amazing inventory - every genre, every subject seems to be represented. They're used books with the asking price a reduced portion of their cover price, and I honestly could have spent hours and hundreds of dollars. They were all books I didn't know what I want (including one book on a haunted Connecticut house that just appeared on a shelf), and I am glad to add to my To Read collection. The outside is guarded by a gargoyle who seems to work for pine cones and a herd of enclosed ducks. The cashier must be a saint to tolerate the quacking, these are opinionated fowl.

A small bookstore with a great selection of books. They also serve wine, which is a nice touch. We…read morebought three history books. The service was good . We were greeted as soon as we walked in. Overall, it's a lovely little bookstore.

I LOVE bookstores and really wanted to like this one. To me…read morethe success of a book store such as this one is in making you feel welcome to come in, pick a book off the shelf, and read a page or two in a cozy nook. Given they do not have a huge space, I think they had a smattering of books across various genres. The reading "corners" didn't look particularly inviting to me. Maybe that's coz I went on a very busy rainy summer Saturday afternoon. Also maybe coz I'd just been to the Shaker Mill bookstore in the morning and thought I could spend an entire afternoon (or a weekend!) wandering through the store and perusing their offerings. People working in the store were nice albeit a bit hurried and harried given the aforementioned rainy summer Saturday afternoon rush :)

Very good used bookstore that is quintessential Berskhires. In two adjacent buildings, one of which…read moreis a barn, sit a lot of older (new, discounted), used, and rare (first edition) books. The staff were very pleasant, and I found lots of great choices.

A charming independent bookstore in a lovely location, the selection of books is excellent here,…read moredespite the smaller space. You can find some old gems here, with all the used books here. They also have new books as well, and prices seemed reasonable. Service at the bookstore was friendly and had a nice conversation with staff. With all the browsing you can do here, it's a nice place to spend an afternoon.

What a lovely bookstore! I came here with a friend and their daughter who were ready to get some…read morebooks. I'm not one to buy books often, so I perused their other offerings and got a few mood rings as well as some buttons and a sticker. Lots of cute gifts and a nice variety of books for all ages. I even picked up a free bookmark at checkout and enjoyed talking to Lexi, the owner, who is super welcoming and passionate about providing books, art and positivity in her community. She offers take-home art projects for kids which is pretty cool.

Wonderful book store! Me and my 7 year old had a blast getting a personal tour from Lexi and…read morepicking out some new chapter books and graphic novels. Amazing selection with someone that actually cares about inspiring others with the magic that comes from reading a good book!

Came here for a book release. Very little cute bookshop. I LOVE the way it was organized, but the…read moreselection seemed a but limited. Although, they did carry some limited/special editions. This was a far drive for me so I likely would not be back here. I think their book release parties can be a little more interactive.

This bookstore exceeded my expectations completely. I visited on a gorgeous sunny day in mid-autumn…read moreand was astounded by the charm of this little town, as well as Mount Holyoke Women's College. Located inside of the Village Square is tons of small shops and restaurants, one being the Odyssey Bookstore. Offering two levels of books, endless selections, and tons of cool merchandise, this bookstore will not leave you disappointed. Staff were so friendly and accommodating. I love that I was able to support a local, women-owned shop. Books were priced accordingly with tons of good deals available. I can't wait to make another trip out this way so I can visit again!

We've been coming to this bookstore for years and I think each visit gets better and better. The…read morestaff there could not be friendlier or more interested and knowledgeable. They were great in making some suggestions for my next reads and they were spot on! The selection of titles, gifts,and games is fantastic and I love supporting a local book seller. Prices are great. Do yourself a favor and stop in. You won't be disappointed!

I've been raiding these shelves for decades. Aside from the new area (upstairs), the downstairs…read moresection of used books contains some rarities for the impecunious collector which can be had on the cheap. Over the years I pulled out Katherine Raine's excellent two-volume set of William Blake studies, a first edition for review of John Updike's Carpentered Hen, and a signed first edition of Stephen Spender's first book of poems published by Fabers in 1933! All these books were well under $20 each. A first edition of Elizabeth Bishop's Geography III for $10? Yes, please. A proof copy of the first edition of J. G. Ballard's The Atrocity Exhibition with proof dust jacket for $10? OK, if you insist. A first of Raymond Carver's Will You Please Be Quiet Please for $20? Surest thing you know. Pencil-whipping used books appears to be a specialty here, and for the serious collector on limited funds, the place is an absolute God-send! A marvelous place to visit and well worth the ride out from Northampton's numerous troves of used and rare books.

Great local coffee and tea spot!! Super friendly environment - both locals and the staff…read morethemselves. Stopped in from a drive back somewhere and I'll be back next time I'm in the area. I ordered an iced chai with caramel. Not too sweet which I like.

Cute coffee shop with a used bookstore attached. There are seats in the coffee shop and in the…read moreadjoining bookstore - so peek around in the various rooms to find a cozy spot.

1st stop this morning on my "Used bookstore trail in MASS" journey. The SF/Fantasy section was…read morefairly diminutive, only took me a short time to scan everything and realize there was nothing I was interested in purchasing. Didn't see anything else interesting, but as another Yelper stated, the Romance section was pretty extensive. On a side note, they had the music cranked up REALLY loud. Decent tunes, but I still found it a bit annoying. Jumped back in the vehicle and Hit the road again !

A nice place to get lost & decompress. Love to browse in hope of finding something of interest…read more Something to take me out of the present moment.

One of the last "real ones". Much better than any box store, super friendly staff, took me on a…read morelittle tour around when I came in browsing and messing about on a few instruments. Wish I lived nearby to visit more frequently.

Thanks Chip and Wood Bros. Music! I came from out of town to attend my son's wedding. My son wanted…read moreme to accompany him on guitar as he serenaded his new bride after the ceremony. Chip rented us some great guitars and he was super friendly and helpful. That made a special moment possible.