Purchased a used LP from Inquiring Minds at a great price. This purchase was directly from their website and I found it to be as smooth as any site that I have used online. Shipping was fast with EXCELLENT packaging. read more

I buy online from Inquiring Minds Bookstore and they are the best. Books come quick and in excellet shape and the price is right!!! read more

I love this bookstore! The staff is so friendly and helpful and they have quite a selection of new and used books. Check it out!

I walked in on 12/24 and asked for a title. The woman led me right to the shelf, and she handed me a new copy. I asked if she had any used, and she reported that they did not. She then told me she was sure the bookstore across the street would have a used copy, and she wasn't offended if I chose to purchase it there. It was like I fell into the film Miracle on 34th Street (i.e., customers referred to Gimbels from Macy's). I bought the title from Inquiring Minds, and I knew I had to leave a review. Excellent customer service! read more

This was an adorable little bookstore that we stopped in (mostly to escape the horrific downpour that opened up on us) and we were glad we did! This had so much to look at, so many nooks and crannies to browse through.. lots of seating scattered throughout too if you should just wanna start a new book while there. You don't really see a lot of bookstores anymore! The prices were as expected. I'm glad places like this still exist. read more

Being spontaneous decided to drive to this bookstore and check it out! When I was home for 6 weeks due to medical, I became more interested than ever in reading so I was glad I decided to check this place out as I found and bought 4 books of psychological thrillers and murder mysteries for under $20. Its definitely weird for me to read paperbacks as I'm used to my kindle but mixing it up is fun lol. It's a really cute bookstore, a nice size with different selections of books to read. They have a good selection for parents looking for children books. It's in a cute town and makes for a nice visit to walk around. So if you in the area and into books, check this place out. read more

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We're always on the lookout for indie bookstores whenever my boyfriend and I travel, and we heard about Inquiring Minds from a recommendation via fellow Yelp Elite member Bill Z. I'm glad we stopped in, because we ended up spending quite some time meandering around the stacks and shelves upon shelves of books! They have EVERYTHING here, but be prepared to wander around for a bit, since the organization of the store itself could be a bit more precise. However, if you're nerds like us and want to carve out some time to get lost in literature, you'll love it here! As I mentioned before, they have books for everyone, from children to adults, and for every kind of niche. I loved looking around the section on theatre books, and enjoyed browsing the collection of Shakespeare and contemporary plays. I even got to chat with a few fellow theatre makers among the stacks, and it's experiences like these that reflect how important it really is to support small bookstores like this one. Nothing better than meeting friends who enjoy the same books that you do! There is also ample seating, and the prices are affordable. Inquiring Minds offers student discounts as well, and a sweet little outdoor shelf with bargain books for sale. Browse around - you'll never know where your next favorite read will be! read more

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Passing through New Paltz, I had a little free time to stop in here, and I was very impressed. Just what you might expect from a used bookstore in a small college town. Great collection of hardcover and paperback books, some real depth to their fiction and poetry. Overall, the books are in very good condition, at least, and well organized. I found a few first editions, priced very competitively and in excellent condition. I didn't get much into the children's section, but it looks extensive. Friendly staff. A real find. read more

Came here again and was happy about that . There are so many wonderful books that are available here and they are well organized and easy to find We also are pleased with their prices . We were helped by Miriah , who is very friendly and efficient . Can't wait to return ! read more

Super cute bookstore! The name and cute exterior drew me in. The lady who works there is helpful and has fun anecdotes about many of the books. I bought a used book for $5. Oh how I miss charming little bookstores like this one. read more

Inquiring Minds Bookstore - Exterior of the store - Bookstores Near Me - New Paltz, New York

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It's a decent book shop. 7 wilted books outside. It is drafty. The book seller yells at folks with his feet on the desk. 3 read more

Cute little shop , recommend it 100% Sitting area inside and out to read. Got almost 10 books for only $22. Pretty good deal. read more

Inquiring Minds Bookstore - Found a bunch of good picks for super cheap - Bookstores Near Me - New Paltz, New York

It's great for customers, but probably unnerving for the owners, to have bookstores across the street from each other. I think the folks at Inquiring Minds have found the right niches to distinguish themselves here so that both stores are appealing. They have chosen a number of genres which I believe are very appealing to the folks who would live in and visit the area, including local interests, gardening, a good-sized children's section, some philosophical work, cooking, etc. The seating in the store is a bit worn but very welcoming and cozy. There was a lot of additional community-minded material in addition. You can tell they care about New Paltz here. I think the fact that this is one of several book stores in the village of New Paltz speaks well, and I will visit them all. read more

I stopped in on a whim one evening looking to buy a book or two that perhaps jumped out at me and were a good price. This store more than met my expectations. Everything is well organized and there is a wide selection of books both used and new. My favorite thing was the bundles available for dirt cheap! They are categorized by genre, and come with 5-7 books. I bought a bundle of 6 memoirs for $4! Definitely will be stopping back in to pick up some more books. read more

Inquiring Minds Bookstore - Another pickup. $2 - Bookstores Near Me - New Paltz, New York

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They've got books and good prices, and they made deals with SUNY New Paltz for discounts and whatnot. The only thing I wished they had was a little seating area, sometimes I like to read a few pages of the book to decide if I want to buy it and it would be nice to sit down for a second and do that. Staff has always been super friendly and helpful. They are also very knowledgeable about their collection. read more

Great bookstore. Excellent selection of new and used books, in all catagories. Kind and helpful folks working here. Roomy, and peaceful environment to browse, sit and read; to find treasures as well as best sellers. My teenage son and I love this place. read more

Such a cute bookstore! They even have records! A very wide selection of books and the staff was so sweet! Loved this adorable little shop!!!

Loved this bookstore! Found some good reads for great prices, the cheapest being a whopping 2 bucks! I like how the store is set up - It's somewhat of a maze but I like it. They offer a wide variety of different genres and the store was not crowded when I went (which was probably prime time on a Saturday). It's a quaint little book store, and I highly recommend if you are trying to find a cheap rare read. read more

The cutest bookstore in new paltz hands down! I love walking in and being greeted by the sweetest employees, then sitting inside and reading a good book. there's always tons of new books, and they're affordable as well! also love the cute little displays outside! read more

Just wanted to drop a line about Inquiring Minds...I used to peruse this lil bookstore quite regulary and always found a nice array of ecofriendly books. I am so glad to see a shop offer used books for sale...as a bookie I hate the idea that anyone toss a book (good or bad) into the trash (No No No). I recycle ALL my books, usually as donations to colleges or libraries...but would never never toss one out! read more

In New Paltz you can hit the "books and music" trifecta without walking more than a few dozen paces in any direction. Start with the newly opened Inquiring Minds bookshop - featuring new books at 30-50% off list price. Perfect for gift-giving or those must-read new titles. There are a few comfy seats for reading and relaxing and the store has a nice sampling of all genres without being overwhelming. Inquiring Minds is right across the street from the lovely Barner Books (see earlier Yelp reviews) which features a good "pre-owned" selection. And right around the corner from Barner is Rhino Records, which will make anyone over the age of 35 swoon with delight (yes, I did swoon) as they feature a selection of used LPs and CDs to paw through. It feels like 1990 all over again... read more

A nice, cozy selection of books very reasonably priced. There's several chairs for sitting so that you can take a book for a spin. Stop in and browse, as there's a lot packed into this modes space. read more

Amazing little bookstore store!Whenever I'm in New Paltz I like to stop in here.Great selection,great prices,super cute children's section. read more

Inquiring Minds Bookstore - Fun little hideout for the kids - Bookstores Near Me - New Paltz, New York

One of my stops when traveling through! Relaxed atmosphere, friendly and super knowledgeable staff! if they don't have it they will find it- and ship it to you! Love shopping local! read more

One of the best bookstores in the Hudson Valley! It's cozy, inviting, and everyone there is so friendly and helpful. You can find new and popular books, classics, and everything in between. Highly reccomend! read more

I have been to here so many times that more than half of my bookshelf are books I purchased from here. The people are friendly and the store itself is clean and has a happy welcoming vibe to it. I would highly recommend shopping here. read more

Another great bookstore in the area. The other just being right across the street. I often visit the two, not particularly having a favorite, although I do have to give Barner Books a slight edge. Still, this place has a great staff and a great vibe, including a play area for your kids to play while browsing for books! read more

This place is great! It's in a basement space that is perfect for a bookstore. Gifts are sprinkled throughout, but most of the space here is filled with books. There is a nice variety of everything from best sellers to kids books. They have alot in the relatively small space. One could spend hours looking and exploring. Staff are friendly and unobtrusive. read more

Excellent independent bookshop for both new and used books. I stopped in the other day to just browse. I walked out with an arm full of books. Very well curated selection and well priced. read more

The store has a great selection of books, but very poor customer service. The owner, Brian, was very rude and unprofessional when I had a question about ordering a book. I would not recommend this store to anyone. You're better off buying online. read more

Whenever I go on road trips to small towns I always like to visit their local bookstores and buy a book. This was a good bookstore to visit. It had the latest new releases. The store has a major collection of children books & activities which I appreciated. They also have additional sections including self-help, psychology, LGBT, etc. I especially liked that the store didn't feel too crowded. There is plenty of space to walk around. read more

We went in several bookstores while in the area and this was my favorite. The woman working was cool, the kids section was awesome and the selection was great. read more

Excellent selection of books and amazing prices on the used ones. Great customer service too. I was happy with my purchase; $65 worth for $25! read more

Independent bookstore with a multi-category staff-picks selection right inside the door so good that it'll be difficult to walk by it into the rest of the store, trust me. A few chairs to sit in and consider which books you'll get. Medium-sized place, and the only thing I'd change is perhaps changing the lighting to a warmer temperature (climate-temperature of store AOK). Staff are knowledgeable, professional, and personable. Last time I was there for a guide to walking in the Gunks, and then from across the room I was drawn to and had to have "Knit Your Own Dog." read more

Inquiring Minds is a wonderful bookstore with a very friendly and knowledgable staff. I had a wonderful first-time experience there this past weekend. The staff was very helpful and I walked out with the perfect gift for my boss. I highly recommend this shop! read more

I came in looking for a coloring book and within 5 minutes I was able to find what I was searching for. They have a great selection of coloring books (good for those with anxiety). They also happen to carry some unique stuff like 5 year questionnaire journals, comics, astrology/tarot, and more. The girl working at the register was friendly which is always a plus! If you are ever in the New Paltz area, definitely check this place out! read more

I love Inquiring Minds. The bookstore always has great new titles, and beloved well-known authors. There are couches and chairs so I feel like I can browse the pages of any book I'm considering. But by far the best part is the knowledgeable staff who will gladly recommend books based on my far flung interests. They know what to send me home with for great reading. My kids also love the children's section which has toys and a cozy nook just for little ones. read more

Great selection, friendly service, comfy chairs and dog friendly. I love this store!

This is truly one of my favorite bookstores ever! It's quiet and cozy. They have places to sit, so you can curl up with a book on a comfy couch. The staff here is incredibly nice and helpful, especially J! She is so sweet. They have a great selection. And if there is something that you want that they don't have, they will order it for you. The location is also great. They are right off of Main Street, just down the block from Starbucks. You can grab a cappuccino before you browse their wonderful selection! Everything is clearly laid out and easy to navigate. Overall, it's simply one of my favorite places in New Paltz. read more

This bookstore is amazing and absolutely my favorite! If I'm not careful I can spend my whole paycheck there. They have so many surprising books that you never see anywhere else, personalized service from VERY knowledgable bibliophiles, fantastic deals, a warm, cozy environment and an AWESOME kids section and play room. It's a must visit when in New Paltz! They also have great art gifts, toys and notebooks! read more