You walk inside and there are books EVERYWHERE. This is my favorite type of bookstore- where every…read morenook and cranny has a treasure and you can spend a whole day investigating what they have. They were also so nice!

Old-fashioned used bookstore where you might not find a particular item but are sure to find…read moresomething you like if you look around.

This tiny little bookstore is lovely, and nestled within the Pendle Hill retreat center of the…read moreReligious Society of Friends, better known as Quakers. For that reason the books sold focus primarily on the Quakers, Quakerism, and other topics that would be of interest to Quakers and other spiritual seekers. It is not a place to go and pick up the newest best-selling mystery or romance novel. If you are looking for a bookstore focusing on Quaker publications there probably isn't a better one in the country. Even if you're not looking for Quaker publications, but are looking for texts on spiritual matters this bookstore would be an excellent resource for you.

The Pendle Hill Bookstore is kind of hard to find, but once you get there, you'll discover a…read moreterrific little independent bookstore with lots of books that you won't find anywhere else. They're especially strong in children's picture books and in books relating to Quakerism (the store is part of Pendle Hill, a Quaker retreat and study center). The books are arranged in thoughtful categories-- peace and social justice, writing, lives in transition, etc. The proprietor is friendly and full of suggestions. Definitely a good place to find a holiday gift for book-lovers.

This is one of the most unique bookstores I've ever been to. When you first walk into this building…read morethat looks like an old castle, you are given a map - that's how big this place is and how many nooks and crannies there are! It's stocked with used books, mostly from several decades ago, so don't expect to find recent releases. I snagged two Agatha Christie books, which can be challenging to find. It's a fun place to explore, and if you're looking for an older book, this is the place to come.

10/10 stars for Baldwin Book Barn! This spot was on my list of bookstores (in the world) to visit…read moreand I was not disappointed! A barn filled with books! I explored all the books and crannies and can't wait to visit again! The bookseller is a charm and was happy to chat and share the store's treasures! Everything is for sale and I'm told that was very important to Mr. Baldwin! If you are a bookie or even want a different kind of field trip, this is well worth it!

The staff was friendly and the collection of books was extensive. The store itself was clean and…read moreorganized. I loved the children's area.

Wonderful little gem. They have great taste and staff. I love their welcoming signs making everyone…read morefeel safe. Way to go Towne Book Center!! Can't wait to visit again soon. Thanks again

A bookstore... my youthful companion described it for me "it's like a library but you can buy the…read morebooks amd your voice doesn't have to be on level zero". They had a nice selection, great sales here and there.

One of the last stores to still have the classic bookstore atmosphere. All the staff are very…read morefriendly and knowledgeable I love going here to get my books. Highly recommend to anyone looking for the classic Barnes and noble vibes as it's hard to find these days since a lot of them are newly renovated.

Such a cute little store in the KOP mall. I met the owner and he was so nice and friendly and…read morerecommended the books I ended up buying. I bought two books by Julie Hall and I can't wait to read them! Really unique store with books you can only find there.

Such a fantastic small bookstore! (I'm going with four stars only because I'd love a place like…read morethis to be a little larger!) Despite its size, Bookish is full of a fascinating selection of hardback books and plenty of reading-interest gifts and creative multi-player game components. The owner is warm, friendly, and knowledgeable, and clearly has a passion for this. I look forward to returning!

Absolutely lovely bookstore in Philadelphia! Wonderful kind staff, great selection, and awesome…read morevibes.

I'm a fan of this place due to their location, lovely ambience, and professionalism of their furry…read moregreeter. I can't comment much on the book selections on their second floor, but I love the fantasy and fiction novels that were on the first floor. I'll visit this place and their kitties again for sure.

Perfect small business and a staple in the little village of Wayne. Great spot to buy Christmas and…read morebirthday gifts for friends and family!! The owner, Cathy is awesome and gives back to the community. This small town store brings in top name authors for book readings and signings. I've been to multiple events here and they're always so well done. They have a great selection and great prices. The downstairs is fabulous for events and is an entire floor dedicated to kids.

Thoroughly enjoyed We The Pizza book tour that took place here. The bookstore staff was friendly &…read morethe downstairs children section was spacious & had cute gifts. A bookstore I would definitely revisit.

This is an adorable little bookstore. It turns out to be right around the corner from Char & Stave,…read moremy fave coffee spot when I'm in town. I love that this is BIPOC and woman-owned; it's super satisfying to support a small business. I appreciate not only the curated collection of books but also the fact that they do events, which helps create community. And of course I'm enjoying my book, which I didn't know about before but was glad to have purchased!

I am a reader. I have always been a reader…read more I was a toddler who was reading before I was speaking. Mavey's is my kind of bookstore. Nestled in a row of historic buildings & shops, this tiny little bookstore manages to have a vast variety of books while at the same time being carefully curated. Things are mostly grouped by type, though there's also a delightful jumble, books you wouldn't expect to be side-by-side on a shelf, yet they work. The owner is delightful, happy to chat and also perfectly comfortable with silent exploration. The various recommendations are written by hand, posted right by the book on the shelf. It's an easy walk from the Ardmore train & bus. Parallel metered parking on street and a large municipal garage around the corner. Their pricing is fair, not a race-to-the bottom, also not extravagantly overpriced. You can pay slightly less to a vast conglomerate whose executives take joyrides to space while driving their s workers to exhaustion. Or you can come to this place that loves books and the people that read them. I choose the latter. I hope you do too.