The Barnes & Noble and the Buck A Book in Downtown Crossing closed years ago, and more recently the…read moreB&N at the Pru closed during the pandemic in 2022. When I happened upon the Barnes & Noble at Derby St Shops, I came to realize that I had somehow been mentally convinced that there were no more open locations. So this was a pleasant surprise! Nice and spacious with a well decorated children's area and a Starbucks on the right. Stop on by and peruse some books!

Sad to see so many Barnes closed up but glad to see this one surviving for now…read more They really have a vast selection for all types of readers. I kind of bounce around the Percy Jackson books, manga, fiction and some life skills / strategy type books. I also got a signed copy of the outsiders signed by the author from here for cheap! They also still do events at the store so peep the sign and stop in to support if you're free! The areas are well organized, I've seen some messes in other locations. They also have a good spread of highlight books with hand written descriptions! The employees when we went didn't talk much to us which is fine i rather not most times haha. Clean shop, nice coffee area to do some work and read, toy section, game and board game sections, builder sets, pop funkos, merch you name it.

Service, selection, and value! free parking and convenient. Accept credit cards and take in books…read morefor trade in

Love the selection of books.and the sales people are nice, but they charge a surcharge on using a…read morecredit card which is illegal in the state of Ma.

This a charming store full of fantastic books & toys. The…read moreemployees are very helpful & they will wrap gifts for you when needed. I highly recommend this store to anyone with children & also for gift buying.

My sister is obsessed with this place and with 5 kids she is totally right to be! She referred me…read morehere looking for a gift for some quarantine joy and the service is impeccable! HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Yes! This place is great, we must have gotten ten to fifteen books for about $20 something dollars…read more And the money goes towards a great cause so I'd definitely recommend it. Came across some good finds too.

Nice clean well organized used book shop. Great stop for gathering this Summer's reading.read more

For those of us who still prefer the touch of the page to the click of a button, this store offers…read morean incredible variety of books for every reader of every age. I strongly recommend allowing more time than a casual walk through if you are only visiting the Boston area. Service is exceptional and pricing very reasonable. Go and enjoy!!

Such a unique book store with book shelves outside. They had a large variety of books so there is…read moredefinitely something for everyone. Check their Instagram to make sure that the books are outside because it's such a cool experience. I will be returning next time I'm in Boston.

I always drive past this place on my way home from the Wrentham Outlets. I finally got around to…read moregoing inside. My friend and I went on a weekday night, about 2 hours before closing so it was pretty quiet. I initially thought the bookstore was only on the first floor of the building but turns out it's a multi-story experience. There is a parking lot at the back where I parked and I was able to enter through the back door (not sure if this is the main entrance). On the first floor, they have some books, bathrooms, a check out desk, nick nacks (hats, stationery, puzzles, etc.), and most importantly, a coffee shop. The coffee shop was closing up around the time we got there so plan accordingly and do some research on their hours. as they are not the same as the bookstore. The books are clearly labeled by genre. After taking a stroll, we decided to check out the second floor which was supposed to have a little market, a stage where they host events, and some very comfortable couches along with tables and chairs. I mostly came to see if a book spoke to me, but also to get some reading in from the book I brought along with me. The lighting is good, although I sometimes prefer to have a dimmer setting for a cozier feel. We spent about 1.25 hours here, but we could have easily spent a longer time if it weren't so close to closing.

Great little bookstore that has great events. Always a cool place to visit when we're in town.read more

" The coolest bookstore " The service and vibe is welcoming…read moreand relaxed . No pressure to buy . However if you do decide to buy lots of gems . I bought a first edition Steven King pop up book , I feel I got value for my purchase and time spent . The owner is very passionate about his store and it shows . I live in Newton . We and all small towns need a place like this . I definitely will be back . I am very fortunate to live so close to this gem .

What an awesome record shop / bookstore in Newton Centre. I've been here multiple times now…read more Tonight I was grabbing dinner and was intrigued by the table of books out front labeled "$6 books or 3 for $15" and it was loaded with goodies. I walked out with Michelle Obama's book in mint condition for $5. Unreal. Inside is full of wall to wall coverage of books and vinyls. Heaven. It's very tidy and everything is organized by genre for both the books and the vinyls. The friendliest man works here - I believe he's the store owner. Very welcoming, softspoken, and extremely knowledgeable. Anytime I have a question, he knows where to point me. Not to mention he's always turning the tunes for a cozy and welcoming feel as you browse. Couldn't recommend this place more. Go check em out!

I am so thankful for Heritage House. Your offerings not only extend to those in search of teaching…read morematerials for Bible Studies, Preaching guides, or Anointing oils. You also provide for every age, with an outstanding children's section. I noticed you host a selection of Robes, various musical artist in your CD selection, cards, etc., etc. If you have a question or two the staff is so helpful in support of your needs. I love that you have quiet corners with tables and chair sitting areas. Thank you for providing such a wonderful store where your minute visit can turn into an hour. Oh, less I forget, if it's not in stock, they will order it for you! Thank you Heritage House, your value speaks volumes!

They offer nearly everything here. It's my favorite Christian book store that offers so much more…read more I've bought little stuffed animals, little Jesus's, plaques, stickers, bibles, and many books on faith (new & used). You'll love it here

Nice book and grift shop in the middle of the main shopping and eating street of Plymouth downtown…read more It is not a big place, but it has some nice and unique items. I found a nice little inexpensive Christmas ornament for a gift. The sale lady was friendly and helpful.

ONCE UPON A TIME..... Once upon a time, there existed…read morebuildings crammed full of rows and rows of books. Stories of war and peace, art history, cinema theory, heroes, bad guys, robots, religious doctrines, dictionaries, sexy handymen, historical chronicles, biographies both famous and infamous, philosophies from other centuries, vampires, scientists, murder, love, tragedy and triumph. Imagine walking those aisles and actually choosing a book to open and review. The smell of the pages, the feel of the story. Ah bliss. There used to be so many. Now, so many have closed. And yet, a BRAND NEW STORE has popped up with such friendly and enthusiastic staff, it's sure to lure folks from their tablets and into the store. After a rather dismal experience at another local bookseller, we bustled through the rain and into Windemere fifteen minutes prior to the store closing. Owner Bill Burnett not only welcomed us as if we were old friends, he told us not to worry about the time - "Have a look around! Need help or a recommendation? Just ask! If I don't have it, I'll order it for you!" What a terrific representative of his small (but expanding into a larger space across the street come October 2017) interesting book haven and gift shop. Bill let us know he hadn't gone into his full social media campaign as the store would be moving but I couldn't let our visit go by without a review. Here we go: -Friendly, knowledgable service. -Good, clearly defined sections from local interest and authors to New York Times best sellers. -Small rooms leading into each other make browsing fluid and effortless. -Eclectic gifts like unique book marks and sculptures that on close inspection are revealed to be funky table fans. -Healthy children's section that doesn't overpower the store. We bought some terrific reads and tried not to overstay our welcome. Plymouth residents and visitors, watch this little store grow and expand. Drop by and support your local book seller! Together we can save print! Too dramatic? OK, go in and buy a book!

Blue Bunny Books is easily one of my favorite locations to walk to and hang out. During my…read morepregnancy, I have found myself walking into town just to be able to sit and do some work while sipping on a yummy drink. Their cafe isn't just creative, it's extensive! They really have something for everyone here. My boyfriend, who is more of a tea than a coffee person, hasn't found any complaints when trying their drinks (and he may be as much of a drink critic as I am). If you have kids, Blue Bunny also does creative and fun events to engage and involve your little ones in some much-needed book-themed fun. With our family expecting our first baby, we're beyond thrilled to bring her over to Blue Bunny's events, no matter how old she is. Blue Bunny is such a staple to the Dedham community, and I will always enjoy going back for some yummy coffees and good books.

What a cute little bookshop with cafe! We stopped in just to check out the selection but I was…read moredrawn in by its small chop charm. My son and I grabbed some drinks from the cafe and they were delicious, then as we waited browsed their selection. There are more children's books overall but they do carry toys, trinkets, cards, crafts, historical books and more. The woman working the front was super sweet and the lady behind the cafe counter was too, their service was welcoming. As far as value I'd rather support local than the big store. Their prices are the norm but yes you can find majority of these books at big retailers for less. They both also gave a military discount even though I don't believe that is the norm for them but much appreciated. Overall great experience.