Adorable book store. Many options and affordable. I was able to buy a notebook while I was here for…read morea birthday gift. Brand new and under $10. The kids book has a great selection. I found a book I couldn't find elsewhere other than Walmart who I would prefer not to support. Friendly staff! Parking is a bit tricky, you have to find street parking somewhere around.

The best bang for your buck for book buying needs! I get new books, used books, antique books, and…read moretrade in old books for credit. Plus, I pick up cute gifts and cards every time I go in. They can order just about anything you are looking for too. Been a customer for 20yrs, hoping for 20yrs more.

Went there to buy some books with a gift card. The clerk told me that my Rewards card had expired…read more The clerk asked if I wanted to renew, and I replied no I wanted to save the money and I'd use my wife's card. We used the gift card and another coupon, the balance was modest. As I go to leave the clerk snidely said you know you could have renewed for free with use the of gift card. Told him can I do it now? Nope its too late he said with sarcasm. This is about the 5th time I have had service problems with this store. The clerks are generally rude and this incident only reminded me how bad it is.

The best in the area!…read more Friendly people, huge store, great selection. One of my favorite parts of this particular location is their giant magazine rack which conveniently sits next to the Starbucks inside. A huge amount of seating both in Starbucks and also in the store itself. You could, and I have, gotten lost in this place.

Many book selections and friendly staff. Willing to help and help source anything you're looking…read morefor. This trip was for a children's book, ended up with a bath book that they had a few options. They were doing an event with a local brewery in Melrose which I thought was a cool collab. First time here I unfortunately couldn't find what I was looking for and parking is tricky in this area. But supporting local feels good.

Great place. People are very helpful and there is a wide variety of materials to chose from.read more

I visited The Book Rack during Independent book store weekend. This ended up being one of my…read morefavorite bookstores in the Boston area. They sell a mix of both new & used books, and their used book selection is amazing and well priced. I recently stopped by The Book Rack for a second time to donate some books for store credit - I was happy with the store credit I received and will be back soon to build my book collection.

Stumbled upon the Book Rack the other day, while waiting for a restaurant nearby to open for dinner…read moretime. It's so cute in here! They offer both new & used books, the selection seemed endless. I liked that they offer used books in pretty good condition, as well, at reasonable prices. Lots of fun bookmarks & cool kick knacks! They had these LiTEArary samplers that I almost bought... I think this would make a unique gift! We didn't get to spend too much time here but will for sure be back! Parking: street meter parking

I am so lucky to live within walking distance of this independent bookstore. It's a great place for…read morebrowsing for queer, feminist, and intersectional books. I've bought a lot of gifts there since they moved to their new location. For those of you who have to drive, there's plenty of on-street parking nearby.

Super selection of queer, feminist and all together awesome books with an amazing owner and cool…read moreshop Corgi, Ruby. Fantastic recommendations and a great variety of stickers! Books priced as expected for an independent bookstore and again I was happy to pay.