Are you sure or unsure? Do you seek understanding! How about clarification about something? Are you fascinated or captivated by something? Look no further let's crack open the cover of a book? The metaphysical universe is out there and beckons beyond for us all to see what's happening? Remember make sure that you don't go blindly? Get your nose into a book. While on vacation in the deepest of Salem, of course the draws of a bookstore are too strong to stay away. The selection here is truly amazing. If you are seeking a masterpiece of art on witchcraft and spell speaking you have come to the right place . If not just ask. If they don't have it they can order that in which you need. The staff here is very knowledgeable about the "craft!" They are willing to aid you with questions that you might have . The answer is within you and it's waiting for you to discover what is there. Remember wander well and harm no one. The kindness of the world awaits you opening that book. Here we go ! read more

Pyramid Books - The trinity of protection in all your thoughts of hope and happiness. - Bookstores Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Cute "little" used book store we stumbled upon while walking around the streets of Boston. The guy that rang us was was also quite nice. They know their product and have a collection of some rare books. The place is PACKED with books. It's a bit overwhelming, but they have a bit of everything and since it's been there a while, the collection is huge. Our friend managed to find some text books that were out of print. He was excited about those. It is definitely one of those places you need to spend a long time in. Easily 2 hours if there is stuff you really want to look into. Great to stop by if you are a big reader! read more

Came to visit Salem for my birthday. Went to this shop twice. Both times I had a fantastic experience. Had an eerily accurate reading with Vikki. I recommend both the shop and its readers. read more

This is a fabulous store. Visiting Downtown Salem in the fall can be overwhelming. While Pyramid Books is located in Downtown Salem, it's also just a tad off the main drag, meaning that it might be less crowded when you visit. Pyramid has one of the best book selections of new age materials I've ever seen. If I had the suitcase space, I could have easily bought a handful. They're organized beautifully, have a tremendous selection of authors and subject matter, and the owner/manager is really happy to help. They also offer a variety of metaphysical items, tarot decks, crystals and more. I purchased a beautiful Woodland Wardens oracle deck that I still have yet to see anywhere else. I was astonished how mild the foot traffic here was on a beautiful fall day. Few places in Salem resonated with me at the level of authenticity that Pyramid Books did. A lot of Salem has been deeply commercialized but Pyramid Books remains untouched in falling victim to the commercialized withcraft vibes. If you practice tarot, astrology, or any new age magick, Pyramid Books is the place you need to visit. read more

Always a pleasure stopping into Pyramid books when I'm in Salem. Great prices and selection of books and crystals. The attendants are always very helpful without hovering and the vibe is super chill and calming read more

I've been to quite a few metaphysical/New Age shops, never have I quite seen one with this large of a New Age book selection. They also have an absolutely massive Tarot selection which I appreciated. They did limit the amount of people going in which was nice as the shop was pretty full. I love that everything was fully stocked and neatly organized. The staff were incredibly polite and kind and left me feeling valued and uplifted. Truly a great location! read more

I discovered this gem of a store back in 2005 when I moved to Marblehead, and have been a regular ever since. The store has an excellent collection of self-help and "new age" books, crystals, incenses, candles, jewelry, artifacts of all kinds related to spiritual practices. The staff is always very courteous and helpful. Last but not least, I've been fortunate to have discovered Doug, a very gifted Tarot reader like no other. He's psychic and work with his guides. They have helped me a great deal in multiple challenges throughout these years. In sum, a must go to store in New England! read more

This place is pretty good sized for a store in the area that it is in and it has everything you need for holistic healings plus tarot decks, incense, books on metaphysics and they also have plenty of candles and crystals. Their crystal assortment is one of the larger ones in the area. I have been coming here for 14 years and I can still remember when I was a fairly new customer there and bought my very first crystal sphere. I still have the sphere, among others that I have bought elsewhere since then, and I still feel just as connected to it now as I did years and years ago when I went in there and bought it. I have seen and still see countless images in that sphere and it is still my very favorite out of several that I own. So that goes to show that their products are great and will last and last for years to come. This place also sells the stands that you can buy to set your crystal spheres on to either store or display them. And the ones that they have a really cool and reasonably priced. They also have a very good selection of herbs and incense and I have bought lots of those items. Their candle selection is good and I have bought loads of their six inch chime candles in assorted colors. Their candle holders are awesome too and are just the right size for they type of candles that I buy there. The help that they have working in the store is always nice and they're always willing to help you with any questions. I will be a customer here for a long time to come. read more

This place is adorable. I feel like I have been coming here for almost 20 years when I visit Salem. There are so many unique treasures here. Everything from gem stones to jewelry & incense to books. It would be easy to spend hours in the store sifting through all the different things they have that are simply mesmerizing. They also have psychics that will read your palm/tarot cards, so you might as well get the full experience of a new age bookstore. It's a great place to also get gifts too. So don't miss out on this place, check it out while strolling through town, so worth it. read more

I'm "in the biz" as they say. I'm a professional reader and shop owner (The Sacred Well) in Oakland, CA. So, where do I go when I need spiritual refreshment? I try to make an annual journey to Salem, MA to get my good East Coast witchery on. Typically, when I go to Salem I get a couple of readings, visit the shops, chat with other witches, enjoy the vibe. Pyramid has always been one of the favorite stops on my trip. The selection of stones is one of the most extensive of any shop in Salem, and the statuary, books, and other gift items are lovely. But what I'm really here to talk about is my reading with Mary Beth. She is the real deal. She gave me an amazingly specific reading that directly addressed several of my core concerns about life, my business, my spiritual practice, my relationships, and my own emotional state. She had a depth of insight that I have rarely encountered in this type of setting- in a quick 15-minute reading she just broke it all down, made me smile, gave me very specific advice and guidance, and sent me on my way with a great vibe. I HIGHLY recommend her, from both the perspective of a client AND the perspective of a reader! Mary Beth - you'll be seeing me again next time I'm in Salem! read more

Great new age book store. I was in need of some sort of guidance during a very difficult time in my life, so a friend said that she had gotten her cards read and it helped her a lot. So I did a little bit of research and stumbled upon Pyramid Books. All the reviews were positive so I figured why not??? I read with Beverly Andersen and she was DEAD ON with many things happening in my life right now, before I even gave her any additional information besides my name. I know that a lot of the information you get from readings can be generic but Beverly was wonderful. So warm and kind and I left feeling so much better about my situation. They do readings year round, and if you are ever in Salem, stop in. You will not be dissapointed and might leave with some great insight! I know I'll be visiting again very soon. The books are great too. Lots of self help books, home remedy books, feng shui, palm reading, and others that I didnt get to take a peek at, but plan to the next time around. Prices were better than any others I have seen while doing research. $20 for 15 minutes, but I reccomend the half hour session for $40. read more

The store itself is cute and similar to most of the new age/ occult shops in salem. Yesterday, I had the afternoon to myself so I decided to poke around the shop. The woman at the front desk was not very friendly, infact, I was the one to greet her. I was suprised she didn't offer customer assistance since we were the only ones in there and I was browsing for a good 20 minutes. She seemed very unapproachable. Regardless, I did ask her to book me a 15 minute reading for $20 with Doug, and even though it was only $20, it was the biggest waste of my money. He asked me what I wanted to get out of the reading and I told him I was feeling very lost in life and would like some guidance. I wasn't expecting life changing answers in 15 minutes, but I did expect some authenticity in his reading. When I picked out the cards, he said the cards didn't agree with him and he straight up asked me certain questions about my life rather than trying to "read" those answers. I told him I had recently dropped out of my program at school and it really bothered me and I wasn't sure if I should continue or not and he basically encouraged me to go back into the program. Then he preceeded to waste 10 minutes telling me what a great field i'd be in career wise and went on to talk about the best companies to work for. I was extremely disappointed in this reading because 1. it was a conversation I could of had with any one for FREE and believe me, I have had this convo plenty of times!! and 2. It is common sense to know what the best companies are to work for and how to climb the ladder within the company -- I don't need a damn tarot reader to demystify that one. The reading was extremely impersonal and completely BS. and I am not one to bash on people, I usually give them the benefit of the doubt, however, this was completely an insult to my intelligence. The bottom line is, this guy just isn't the real deal. read more

Pyramid Books has a nice selection of books, candles, jewelery, stones and assorted items....but I go there to see Beverly. Beverly Anderson is phenomenal! From my very first reading with her I felt an immediate connection. She never questioned me (to dig for info), and her information was spot on. She knew what was going on in my life, but more importantly she knew what was going on in my head. Her presence is very calming and you can actually feel her energy while sitting with her. I've never had readings with anyone else in the store....but why would I when I've found someone some special already. I think it is worth mentioning that I am somewhat a skeptic. I do believe that everyone has an intuition and some are stronger than others, but I also think that many many people claim to be psychic and are just good con artists. I am just a regular girl, with a regular job and normal beliefs....... but I KNOW that Beverly is the real deal! read more

This was my first foray into a new age bookstore and I absolutely loved it. I walked out with crystals and a Rumi oracle card deck that I'm just enamored with - it is absolutely stunning. I highly recommend this store and can't wait to go back! read more

Wow, this place looks and smells just the same as the first time I sauntered in 13 years ago: There's something calming about that, especially in a town I visit to decompress. Ok, I'm the only one who cares about that so on to the goods and services. They have a solid selection of books on the occult but it's not some cheesy darkened room with goths peering over your shoulder. Rather it's a bright, sunny, inviting space. The staff is attentive and are happy to order anything they don't normally stock and usually get it in within 10 days. In a city of cheesy shops, Pyramid is pretty straightforward and accessible, even if (like me) you're not really interested in the occult and are venturing in for other reasons. read more

Everything a witch needs. Candles, spell kits, sage kits, $1 crystals, books on astrology, runes, spellcraft, etc. It's a down-to-earth shop for everyone from the baby witch to the seasoned coven. read more

Pyramid Bookstore was recommended to me for a tarot reading by another local shop. I was so highly impressed by the talent and skill of Kristen. Before I walked into her booth she had already draw some cards for my visit and after a friendly hello, she immediately described exactly why I was there and what was happening in my life, before I said a single word about it. I felt such a beautiful calming energy from her and the spirits guiding her. She knew specifics about my work life that really surprised me, such as particular meetings, situations and difficulties with a coworker. Her reading also gave me new perspective and meaningful advise on how to navigate what is going on in my external world and in my head. It was truly a beautiful reading by a very gifted person. Grateful to have found this shop and Kristen. read more

This store is just great, they have a big selection of various crystals and stones, and plenty of incense. But I went here mainly to have a reading done. I spoke with Beverly, one of the three readers there, and she gave me some incredible advice. I needed some major relationship advice, and knowing just my name she began describing my current situation in such correct detail it was frightening. She gave me the best advice about the past, present and future, how things would play out and what I needed to do. I walked away with such a great sense of clarity in everything I needed to talk about. Their prices are pretty affordable, $20 for a 15 minute reading, you can add up to an hour or anywhere in between, based on what you want. If you're in town and need advice on anything really, stop in and talk to one of their readers, its a great experience! read more

Funky little shop in Salem. A really great collection of tumbled crystals for a reasonable price, great book selection and a lot of interesting candles and spells. It's worth coming here and happens to be across from my favorite Salem cafe which is convienient. It's a larger store and GENERALLY they're helpful (not today). I went in search of larger, raw crystals and they didn't have any I was interested in today. And when I went their tarot reader wasn't there so I can't comment on readings. Overall a funky little place you should check out. read more

Favorite shop in Salem, a wide array of books. They're all spiritual and very informative. They also have incense and Crystal's and so much more spiritual stuff. It's all so nice. I always walk out with something new. Also this was where I got my first tarot deck and I love it. read more

Friendly staff, great selection of tons of different items - it's very hard not to find exactly what you're looking for. This cute shop has everything you need to dress up your crystal alter perfectly! read more

Wide variety of books--everything from Wicca to reiki. They also sell some beautiful gifts. And they've really done a great job feng shui-ing this place. Very peaceful. read more

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Best psychics in Salem. Beatiful store with a wide selection from Tarot Cards, crystals, jewelry and more. You cant go in without buying anything. read more

Such a staple in Salem. Great prices and a really wide selection of books and crystals. Hands down the best crystal selection in the city and the best prices. The tumbled $1 crystals here are fantastic and make a great gift. They're around $6 back in NYC so it's the best place to stock up! read more

I have lived in the Salem-Peabody area for 10 years and came to Pyramid Books on a very regular basis. As a bookstore, they are great with a fantastic selection. They also have a good selection in jewelry and other items as well. However, their readers leave something to be desired. I have had readings from all three: Beverly, Doug, and Mary Beth for the past 10 years., but mostly from Beverly. I usually got a recording of the readings and also kept notes. Doug and Mary Beth were mostly ok., though not that great. As for Beverly, her predictions were wrong more than they were right. I'm still not married, haven't met "the love of my life" and definitely not living in the place where I was meant to " go and have a life there with your true love". Why did I keep going back? Because I so wanted to believe her. In my opinion, Beverly is very talented in exploiting people's most vulnerable emotional areas; she also knows what to say to get repeat business; I feel badly for myself and for all the people who might also have been deceived over the years. I am angry at myself for wasting all that money over useless, and in many instances, inaccurate information. Much of her so called psychic intuition/advice about a particular question is just a pat answer that anyone with common sense could come up with, read more

I really love this store. Been there many times and each time I leave happy with a new treasure ! From, stones to books, candles, smudge sticks and incense. I love everything ! read more

Very disappointed I bought a Skull with a dragon for a birthday present and when I get home and unwrap it to remove the price the nose of the dragon was already broken. (It was inside the tissue paper) I called to ask if they had another and of course they do not. They also don't have the authority to refund either. Was told I needed to wait till tues to speak with owner. I NEEDED THIS PRESENT TODAY. Not Tuesday. I have my receipt. Poor return exchange policies on something bought less than three hours ago. read more

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Psychic readings are for entertainment purposes only. And this place offers entertainment in droves, especially when Doug is spot-on about naming stuff that has happened to me in the past three months. read more

Pretty good New Age bookstore. An interesting place to stop in if you happen to be in Salem, MA "the Witch City". Wide variety of books to choose from. They have some really weird stuff. read more

Very well stocked store with plenty of Wiccan, pagan, occult and new-age supplies. Customers of all paths should find something here. They also offer tarot and spiritual readings of other kinds; they seem very popular. I am an atheist buddhist, so the shop doesn't have much for me beyond some nice statues and some interesting books for the non-practitioner. My pagan friends love this place, though, and always make it a point of coming here when they visit. I have never felt uncomfortable or out of place, in fact I like going here and watching my friends browse and chat about what they could do with items. If you are not the shop's main clientel, just keep an open mind. The store's location near some good food and walking locations is an added bonus. read more

The store is located in a great spot in Salem. Very useful books, and respectful readers, that's about it. The people that work at the counter don't really know what is going on...You can tell they are only there to make money, not to be pioneers on the new age world. Horrible management. read more

Bought a copy of Rosemary Guiley's Encyclopedia of Witches & Witchcraft here about 10 yrs ago & it still smells like the store.

I visited many stores during my trip to Salem and this was the only one that wasn't full of novelty items and Harry Potter stuff. No gimmicks; just great literature, beautiful stones and other altar items. Glad I stopped by! read more

Tis the season for a visit to Salem. Pyramid has it all for the makings of a magic potion or two... The store is far from hooky and the opposite to the small fortune teller storefronts with neon blue signs in their window. Believe it or not, the folks here have the best intentions. Find books on home remedies, full moons, tea leave readings, candle magic, ufos and ghosts and gobblins. Visit Salem, take in the fall and the Halloween spirit, stop by Pyramid whether you think this is load of bath water at the very least you'll have something to talk about. Daily Tarot readings at decent rates too. read more

Oh my gosh. I love pyramid books! It is right in the heart of downtown. I am a huge zen buddha peace lover person. They have a small woman statue which i bought for $20 about a year ago that I still have. I also got my sisters a few books from here. It is great to find self help, spirituality books. You should most definitely know they hve a extensive crystal collection. All the crystals have their meanings and definitions. Every customer service person I have seen is very very knowledgable to their job and anything pertaining spirituality. If you are a spiritual person this is a must go to. read more

I've been here 3 times, twice with Doug and once with Beverly. I've been wowed and intrigued by some of the things they have told me. Both were very intuitive and compassionate, but I felt I connected better with Beverly. The things she focused on were much more in tune with my feelings, while Doug's information was accurate, but not as emotional-oriented. Just depends on what you're looking. I think having your cards read is great for quarter-life (or any time!) crises, looking for some advice or change in your life, or just for fun. This is the only place I have ever had cards read, but from talking to others, it sounds like the prices are reasonable. ($20 for 15 min, $40 for 30 min). You can get a lot of info from 15 min, and I didn't feel a 30 min session was better, but it did feel less rushed and gave me more time to process everything. read more

Got a reading from Doug and he was dead on about my personality. Not sure about the reviews saying he was rehearsed but did not seem that way to me but some of the stuff he said to my friend were quite similar to mine. Maybe because we're both artist? I'm going try not to dwell on psychic readings too much but to me he seems experienced and well informed. Did not ask me much questions about my life but it appeared that he already knew of me. The incense selection is to die for. Very warm and inviting smells. The personality of the cashier though was so so. Her friendliness seemed forced. Maybe that is just me being paranoid. Overall I enjoy the atmosphere and the reading. I may come again for another reading. read more

Great place. I come here often to re-stock my supply of incense and candles (such as today). They have a nice collection of crafts, stones, crystals and jewelry too. The staff is also very nice and helpful. If you are Pagan then there is a great chance you'll find something you want here. Check them out. read more

Had a reading with Doug today. Best one I have ever had - I will definitely return! Doug was like talking to that clever friend who seems to know whats been going on in your head. The store has a great selection including some stuff I have been trying to find for a while! read more

I like this store. They have a ton of merchandise in this store but the crystals and gemstones are where they truly shine. So many beautiful specimens, but it is pricey. They also have a big selection of oracle and tarot decks and a sizeable collection of books. They cater to quite a cross section of faiths. You will see the Green man and Goddess statuary next to the Virgin Mary, Jesus, and Ganesh. They also have a ton of skulls, small and large. Surely, they have something for everyone. The lady I spoke with happily showed me many pieces of jewelry, but ultimately the price was just too high for me. Nice store though. You definitely need to check it out. read more