Such a cool bookstore! So many books and books and crannies and hidden gems. I could (and did)…read morespend hours looking!

Honestly the best bookstore I've ever been too... tons of great stuff, good prices on…read morerare/antique/vintage books, and the most incredible customer service I could ask for. There was a small hiccup/misunderstanding with a large set of books I purchased from them (it was missing one volume out of 150) and the owner went out of his way to make it right. He ordered me the missing volume and had it mailed to my house since I live two hours away. This was my second trip to Blue Plate and I will always make sure to stop by whenever I'm in the area.

I stopped by Four Seasons Books to do a little browsing after lunch when I was exploring…read moreShepherdstown a few weekends ago (a local had recommended it). I was really surprised by it! It's larger than it looks from the outside (there's even an upstairs with used/old books that would be easy to miss, since the staircase is sort of hidden behind a wall of the shop), and they have a pretty great selection for a small independent bookshop. I just needed one book (I thought I might finish the memoir I'd brought with me on my weekend trip to the area), but I left with...3? I can't even remember. I kept finding more intriguing books! It's charming, has a great inventory, and seems a great shop! With so many independent and even chain bookstores closing, it feels like a lot of towns/neighborhoods don't have a bookshop anymore. Shepherdstown residents are lucky to have a shop as wonderful as Four Seasons - a place big enough that you can browse and find a book you didn't even know about before you wandered in. Really a charming shop. I'd happily return if I make to Shepherdstown again!

Four Season Books is always one of the first places I visit when in Shepherdstown, WV. The staff is…read morealways super friendly and the selection is top notch. Be sure to check out the upstairs and peruse the many used books available for purchase. It's rare that I leave the store without buying a book and you'll probably do the same. Highly recommended!

Northwood is well organized with a great selection of books. It has an especially wide range of…read moremystery, crime, and political thrillers. There are many old and specialty hard covers in the back room. The owner is friendly and helpful. She knows her stock and can find what you are looking for.

A truly magical bookstore. Great selection, lots of nooks and crannies to explore. Wonderful owner,…read morefriendly staff, worth a drive.

Love this little local bookstore- by our local author. How could you not? Nice selection!read more

Local, quaint bookshop with a few candles and other items…read more This store is run by Nora Roberts and her husband so I bought the 1st in her series about Boonsboro.

This is a must stop when visiting Frostburg. We loved everything about this shop, from the…read morewell-curated selection of books to the amazing kids section at the back of the store. The staff was just so friendly, and you can tell their passion for all things reading. They have worked at this spot for 20+ years, which goes to show the dedication to this special place. My kids enjoyed the unique books, along with the comfy seating in the back of the store. In addition to a great book selection, they have a variety of gifts and unique puzzles. We ended up buying a few books along with a fun, Japanese, dog-surfing puzzle that both our kids agreed was a really fun one. The prices were very reasonable and the store was just so well curated. I would love to come back here again on a future trip.

A delightful bookstore that drew us in as we strolled by. It was brightly lit and welcoming. There…read morewere shelves and shelves of wonderful books to explore, along with little gifts and activities. The set up was very nice - a large open room that felt cozy with the smaller sections formed by furniture and shelving. The owner was so friendly at check out!

This is a nice bookstore. There is a good selection, the atmosphere is calm, and the room is very…read moreclean and organized. True story: One day, it was raining hard--like, Old Testament hard--so I ran inside for shelter. I started eyeing some books and found one that I liked. I went to pay for it and she said, "Middlesex is my favorite book." She also said that I could stay for longer, considering the weather. I had to go, though, since I had a meeting at El Centro (3 out of 5 stars), but I would have stayed longer. Who knows--maybe she and I would have a family, right now, had I stayed. But yeah. Check out this place. Good choices. Good customer service.

This place is heaven. Who needs a personal book consultant? I do! The staff delivered. They have a…read morecultivated selection of books that don't feel random, yet have something for everyone. The books aren't at the cheapest price you can find them at but know there is a huge value in supporting your local book shop and that they hire readers who are passionate about making your experience exceptional.

I happened to visit Page Master a little after closing. I'm new to Front Royal and had the shop on…read moremy to-visit radar list for a while and happened to see it while driving by. I tried the (locked) door then noticed the hours. I was already in my car about to pull away when the owner, Carl, came out and got my attention. He opened the shop for me and spent at least 45 minutes with me discussing the history of his store while I browsed his huge selection. Wonderful shop. Wonderful owner. You can't go wrong!

Fantastic selection....friendly knowledgeable owner...good mix of today and yesterday!!!!!! So…read moremany boxes unopened that have been dropped off to explore

Physical bookstores are few and far between but this one is a nice gem in Frederick. It's big, nice…read moreselection of books and they have done a good job of shifting to other retail things. Toys, games, stationary, music, etc it feels up to date. The Starbucks inside is big with plenty of seating and drinks are solid. Service is good. The staff here are overall helpful and friendly which is really refreshing. As a Lego nerd I was really surprised with their selection which was impressive for a bookstore. Decent deals on their legos and their books. It's nice to support local and smaller businesses that are getting harder and harder to find. This place is a cozy retail space that has 3rd space vibes for you to hang out for a bit while you shop and get a coffee. Would recommend and will be back.

Walking into a Barnes & Noble is like walking into a time capsule. I say this since when you walk…read morein it has not changed since the late 90s, early 2000s. Almost everything is identical as to when they really were growing. That can be said about this location. It felt like it was built a long while ago and they haven't done anything to update it as of yet. Obviously the sections have changed a bit in terms of size and what is offered overall. I found it surprising that they still had a vibrant DVD section (although I am sure they switched over to Blu-ray). The café in the store was going strong while I walked through. I will have to say that my purpose from coming in here was to take a trip down memory lane, and that was about it. I didn't need a book, or magazine, I just wanted to dip my toe into a bit of nostalgia.

Fun shop with so many unique finds. Books of all kinds, Knick knacks, games, you name it, it can…read moreprobably be found here. It's two levels and stuffed to the brim with items. Shop owner is very kind and even got to meet his pup(: I got some cool miniature books and a metal bookmark from here, both well priced. Definitely check this place out if you're in the area!

Great cozy atmosphere. So many interesting books. I used…read moreto come more frequently when the Whites Ferry ran.

The staff were very helpful in pointing me in the right direction for the book I was looking for. I…read moredid also take some time to browse and notes that the store has a large selection of topics to choose from. I ended up buying more than what I went in for, but there is nothing wrong with having more books and more knowledge. I will be going back. Prices were the same for new books on Amazon, so I consider that a good deal.

Accidentally stumbled upon Royal Oak on a day trip from DC to Shenandoah and the only important…read morething you need to know about it is they have TWO SHOP CATS AND A SHOP DOG! All of whom are very very friendly! Royal Oaks is a never ending pit of used books! It was a bit overwhelming but I loved getting lost in the stacks and discovering the new ways the employees organized the shelves! They have a newish titles section in the front, as well as fun collectable items throughout the store. One thing to note, however, is they have a LOT of religious and confederacy books. So I, a queer person of color, was a bit nervous roaming the store. The staff briefly interacted with my partner and I and were very nice, though.