I've gone more towards digital and audible books in my older age but can still appreciate a good…read moreold locally run used book store. My wife is more old school and took me by here on a friends recommendation and as I entered the space I was transported to my childhood when I didn't have an iPad and Amazon wasn't around. I remembered how my love of reading was nurtured in places like this where I discovered Zelazny and Tolkien and Moorcock for the first time. Where I discovered a love for all things science fiction in books like Lucifers Hammer and the Uplift Trilogy. Where I read about any subject I wanted from the history of the black death to the Occult writings of Crowley, Lavey, and Starhawk. The used book stores of my day were the fertilizers of my imagination as a kid and I had in many ways forgotten, or at least allowed them to slumber like Rip Van Winkle until awoken anew by the musty smell and creaking floor boards of this new reminder. I remembered how so many of these books have been taken and then returned to in turn be passed on to future generations. It warmed my heart to know there are still places like this around that manage to make the business model work. I had largely assumed that they were all gone to be honest. The owner, Dan, was knowledgeable and able to assist my wife with some recommendations for new reads. If you go here be sure to ask about the purple bucks which are basically a a paper rewards program in the form of purple paper money you can spend at the store. Also, be sure to call ahead before going to pay a visit. Dan is semi retired and so the store could be closed. Especially on a Monday.

Great selection in little cozy library setting. Prices are great to support local. The owner is a…read morelittle different. A real experience is when the former owner, Dan strikes up a conversation.

There's something wonderful about walking through a well curated bookstore. Especially one that has…read moresome pretty nifty book adjacent gadgets like bookmarks and reading lights. It was very well staffed and they were quite knowledgeable. There is quite a range of price points even for a single book such as the Odyssey where they had about 12 different options. Anything from small print cheap soft cover to fancy illustrated hardcovers. They have some comfortable chairs where one can just relax while the spouse shops and neighboring stores. It's also the perfect temperature to relax. This will be my refuge in Stuyvesant plaza

Drove down to see the new location. Three people behind the counter, on computers, not with…read morecustomers, when I entered and not one greeted me. Their selection of classics is almost nonexistent. One round rack of Dover Classics, but nothing on the shelves except for three copies of Whuthering Heights. There was a display of the Odessy. The store is big and nicely laid out but sparse. Just mainstream selections. It's been a long time since I left a bookstore empty handed.

This resale shop is run by Friends of the Library and supports the Schenectady County Library…read moresystem. It sells books the library provides as well as books that are donated. It is run by volunteers I like the new location on Clinton Street because it is larger. I purchased four children's books today. Prices are very good and selection varies. .

The bookstore is just outside the Stockade district. Plenty of on street parking directly outside…read morethe store. I visited on a snowy Saturday morning and there were 8 other shoppers browsing. I picked out two hardcovers novels but did not use the sitting area to read. To my surprise there was a holiday special and my total cost was $5. Unbelievable for books with no signs of wear or tear. I overheard the two female employees discussing an author with a customer who was paying for her books. I imagine the employees are helpful with any literary questions you may have. I will definitely return.

AMAZING STORE! I've been going to Cromulent Comics for a while now and the owner could not be a…read morenicer guy. The store is always very clean and everything is always extremely nice and presentable. There are always great deals especially if you are a Cromulent Club member. I could not recommend this place enough and is the best comic book store in the capital region especially for weekly readers.

Fantastic little shop in Troy…read more The store itself is fairly small. But it's packed full of fantastic things. The staff was helpful and very friendly. It was right at opening time and several regulars had already come in with me and they were all talking the most ridiculous and wonderful comic book talks. Exactly what I look for in a shop. I didn't have too much time to browse the stacks. But they have a good mix of new and used comics. Unfortunately, they didn't have what I went in for that morning, but they did take my name to reach out to me when the next addition if it comes out.

This is a seasonal bookstore open each Saturday during the Colonie Farmers' Market. It is open 9am…read more- 1pm. It is in the building near the pond (when facing the pond it is the first door on the left). This bookshop is run by the volunteers of the Friends of the William K Sanford Library (Colonie). All money goes to support the Colonie Library. All items are $1 with new items added each week. There is no phone inside - the phone number listed is for the library itself.

Wonderful service, everyone is so helpful and kind. It is a place to get away to, their selection…read moreof books and gifts are plentiful they don't hover but are readily available at help you find what you are looking for and show you choices. The other thing that impressed me is their customers; kind, mindful & respectful. Not a nasty person there. That in itself, in today's world, is a gift.

Best of the best. Top notch! Old stuff and new like from from Drake to Damn Yankees! Vinyl. CDs…read more Posters. Signed stuff. Turn tables, cables. Odds + ends in cardboard boxes like old VHS tapes and headphones. Last Vestige has great name and is fantastic for being a toughie on the block with hand written signs and ZZ Top posters galore. The guy at the cashier was down to earth, super laid back and friendly. We just chatted about some sound. Pretty cool homie and pink* store front. They have boxes of dollar deals - which is much better than shopping with arrogant hop-head mall rats at Best Buy or digging for stuff at the local yard sale. It is a really, really neat diamond in the rough. CDs are all clean and intact. Vinyls are in superior shape. Review: (I'll be spendin' some $$ here)

In the era of manicured collectibles and over run thrift stores, thank god this place exists. I…read morespend hours here and always leave with a stack of vinyl for an extremely reasonable price.

My wife and I love our Nintendo Wii but one day it stopped working. Trying to find a legitimate…read moreNintendo repair place that would work on the Wii seemed to be impossible... perhaps Nintendo just doesn't authorize it anymore. But, we wanted a working Wii so my wife called around and discovered this place. They couldn't repair our game system but sold us a replacement one (minus the cords and stuff which we already had and thus didn't need) for around $20, with a 30-day warranty. We took it home and it works. So, we are back to playing the Wii. Wheeee! They also sold retro toys, board games, video games, movies, and other "nerdish" things. It was a fun walk through, though you could easily empty your wallet and walk out with some nifty things if you aren't careful.

Just another low baller for trades high priced old used games. Definitely shop else where.read more

I've bought into breaks through their online store and purchased during Facebook Lives, and…read moreeverything has always been honest, smooth, and professional. They've built an awesome community that feels more like friends hanging out than just another stream. They're responsive, trustworthy, and genuinely care about their customers. If I lived closer to New York, I'd absolutely be a regular in their shop.

I buy everything in need for my sports cards from the The Locker Room 78. They are always right on…read morewith the price and have a large selection. Ive used The Locker Room 78 for years and truely buy something from them at least once a week. Scott and Krista are very knowledgeable about all the items in the store and very easy to approach and ask questions. Everything is always keep organized and its easy to find what your looking for. Ive always recieved everything that I bought from them in the same condition as it was when I purchased it (and Ive purchased 1000s of items from them over several years). They are very honest people and I truly would not buy from anyone else. The Locker Room 78 is the best place to find all your sports card needs and wants. Try them you will be glad u did.