I went in to browse and found some lovely books for my grandsons and a birthday card for my sister…read more What a large assortment of stunning items for almost everyone I know. Free membership that doesn't expire. Discounted items (including book shelves of them as well) from holidays and their book selection offers. Helpful, kind present people working there. It's downtown Schenectady so street parking. (Best to go on Sunday)

The Open Door is Schenectady's locally-owned independent bookstore and gift gallery, serving the…read morecapital region for 50 years. We carry a wide selection of literature for adults and children, including those of local and regional interest, as well as an expansive variety of toys, gifts, jewelry, stationery, personal accessories and home goods. Located in the heart of downtown Schenectady on the Jay Street Pedestrian Mall, they are around the corner from Proctors Theatre and many restaurants. There is lots of parking. The knowledgeable staff is wonderful to deal with in person or by telephone. The store even offer a frequent shopper rewards card. I had to pick up a book I ordered. Like many people, I prefer to support small businesses rather than Amazon and large mall bookstores whenever I can. The store was packed with great displays of books and gifts artfully arranged. I am always impressed with the space and attention devoted to books etc. for children. Before I checked out with the book I ordered, I selected a children's board book, three greetings cards, a stained glass frame for a 5 X 7 photo, and an adorable pair of llama socks for my young granddaughter. Great retail therapy!

I haven't found a good bookstore near me. I went in and they had a lot of selections. I didn't feel…read morerushed and the workers helped me find what I was looking for. They have kids books, cooking, fiction, nonfiction an endless amount to pick from.

Don't be misled by the store's title, they sell more than mysteries. In fact, when you enter, you…read morewill hopefully be pleasantly surprised by both the size of the store (it's bigger to the left and back than you might be led to believe from the outside) and the variety of books. The inventory is not what I would call extensive, but they have a more-than-adequate selection in a wide variety of categories. There should be something for everyone here. They also carry a nice selection of children's products and a small, but fun, selection of puzzles and games. Parking is not an issue here, there is plenty of street parking right in front of the store and nearby.

Wonderful store, the staff is great very passionate and knowledgeable. They have an amazing…read moreselection of old books with great prices. Highly recommend checking out!

Used books everywhere! Ten rooms of books but I swear a couple of them are cheats! Nice staff. Make…read moresure you have plenty of time to look around.

I've been going to Catnap Books for years, but hadn't been there in the last few. It is just as…read morenice as ever, with fair prices, and a great selection of books. I am particularly interested in art books, and books about antiques and collectibles. I saw books there that it took me years to find, or that I had never seen before. I particularly enjoy going through the selection of unusual pamphlets--I have found treasures in those boxes!

This is an absolutely lovely bookstore. The books are thoughtfully curated and most have a little…read morecard with information on the book or edition. Was able to find some books from the 1800's - absolutely lovely. Thank you!

All of the used book stores in my town are gone so when I visit places If I see a used book store I…read morestop. Crammed top to bottom neatly Arranged stacks. Can't find something in the well arranged store just ask. This place isn't a store it is a labor of love. They have something for everyone.

Don't let the unassuming exterior of this bookstore fool you. It is a deceptively HUGE (2 stories!)…read moreantiquarian bookstore, extremely well organized, run by people who obviously know their inventory really well and are great conversationalists. I came here with my mom on my first visit 20 minutes before closing time. Since we knew our time here was limited, we asked for help for very specific areas of the store, and we were each guided to the sections we wanted. Besides hardcover books, there are several sections with softcover books including (but not limited to) mysteries and current fiction. There are also chairs in various locations (at least upstairs). Some sections also have better magazines (for example, the cookbook section has a selection of "Gourmet" magazines). This is a great place for a bibliophile to get lost for a few hours. I intend to do just that next time I'm here.

This is a rather small Barnes & Noble compared to others that I've visited over the years. I've…read moreonly been here a few times and today I was looking for a specific poetry book (and I had a gift card). It was exceptionally difficult to find since all of the poetry books were under the "westerns" section. I had to wait quite a while for someone at the customer service desk, but the gentleman that showed up was super helpful. There's a cafe that sells Starbucks products (but they don't take Starbucks gift cards). The children's section is actually quite large and extensive. I tend to frequent smaller, locally owned bookstores, but I sometimes enjoy spending my time and dollars at a B&N.

Great place to come and relax with the in store Starbucks. Wide selection of books with plenty of…read moreextras for the home writers. Staff is always friendly and willing to help and know exactly what they have in stock and by the slim chance they don't have what your looking for they are willing to either order it for you or let you know where you can get it even if it's not at the Barnes & Noble chain.

Northshire Bookstore is an absolute treasure in Saratoga Springs! As someone who deeply loves…read moresupporting independent bookstores, this place hits all the right notes and then some. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, largely thanks to the genuinely kind-natured staff who clearly love what they do and make you feel right at home. One of my favorite things about visiting is just how cozy the space is. They have these wonderful couches that invite you to sit down, relax, and get lost in a good book for a while before deciding what to take home. It's the perfect, relaxed environment for book lovers to browse and unwind. We also were informed by the staff that they have an online store, and we are so excited to start using it!

Ahhh this book store I love! This was my second time visiting, and I was in Book heaven! It's two…read morefloors and from the outside, you would not expect what you see on the inside. The top floor is for kids which I did visit this trip and there's so many varieties for kids of all different ages. The bottom floor of course is for adults and teens and they have such a selection for all ages and genres. They also have items that you can buy if you love reading as much as I do then definitely go on in because again from the outside you would not think it was anything big on the inside. But never judged a book by its cover!

I love a good independent bookstore so I was excited to stop in to Market Block Books while in town…read morefor a work trip. I was searching for a local sticker for a souvenir, but I didn't see any at the bookstore. I did find some nice postcards for the city of Troy that I bought. They do have a bag surcharge so bring your tote bag. I loved the staff picks display right at the front door - lots of good options! The selection seemed to range from best sellers to local authors, kids' books, and more. The building is historic and unique, and I'm really glad I got to check it out.

Great book store location inside a corner brick factory in Troy. This book purveyor was packed with…read moreevery book, magazine, seats, pens & paper, journals, flyers, post cards and note pads you can imagine. The sections are organized by nature, poetry, marriage, history etc. This place is very bright and there are soft seats to sit in by the front windows. Needs a few more staff on site. Review: 5

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.

I love this used book store, run by the friends of the Schenectady County Public Library, and visit…read morejust about monthly to browse the shelves. It is a rare day that I don't find something to purchase when visiting - proof positive that their book turnover is moving at a decent pace, IMHO. Prices are very reasonable, especially when knowing that proceeds benefit the county library system. Whitney Book Corner sells all types of books for all ages, including recent best sellers and authors you've likely heard of or read other works by. I have also found MANY non-fiction books for myself and loved ones over the years, including a variety of cook books and specialty gardening and crafting books. There is also a small section of "local" books about the area and plenty of poetry and classic reads, too. They have a lovely back room full of children's books and the creative minds in the store have done a great job displaying books celebrating different holidays and hot topics throughout the seasons. The staff also often wraps 2 or 3 books on a matching topic together or add notes of recommendation to their own favorite reads, which I find incredibly charming.