Such a huge bookstore that has not just a wide selection of books, but also gifts that range from…read morethe quirky to traditional to Boston souvenirs. You can easily spend an entire day here looking at everything. Not a lot of places to sit, but there are a few chairs scattered about the space. It's in a neighborhood that has lots of eateries so you can easily spend an entire day in the Brookline area.

A basic magnet. Barnes & Noble style clinical cleanliness with the obligatory goft section, but way…read morebetter appointed. The book buyers do a great job stocking everything for the bestseller faithful, romance feasted, non-fiction lover, and serendipitous browser.

More Than Words is a nonprofit bookstore that sells new and used books while supporting young…read morepeople ages 16-24 who are system-involved, including youth from foster care, court-involved backgrounds, housing insecurity, and more. The young people help run the store, learn job skills, and work toward personal and career goals--and it truly shows in the care and pride behind the space. The shop itself is small but mighty. I walked out with four excellent-condition used books (three of which had already been on my TBR list) and somehow also added two cookbooks because... no regrets. Everything was very affordable, and it felt good knowing my purchase was directly supporting youth in the local community. If you're near one of their locations (I believe there's another in the Boston area), I highly recommend stopping in or checking out their online storefront. Great books, great prices, and an even greater mission--absolutely worth supporting.

Great place to shop and support your community. I live that there are brand new housewares at…read morefraction the cost of retail. One can feel good in shopping and supporting a worthwhile cause.

" Love their selection of books plus vibe " Love this big…read moreselection of books , I am in too . They have a whole vibe ; I love . I wish I could buy every book in here ; lol. The value for your money is incredible. The service is a whole vibe ; you'll love it .

this is a decent place, but be warned that despite all of the other accessibility features they…read morehave (a ramp, snacks, a bathroom), it's extremely hot in there with no air conditioning. i was sweating so hard that my arms were drenched, and i left without buying anything because it was too hot to think in there. i thought it would be a nice place to go after buying a book from them at an event, but this is a small upgrade from a shack.

Horrible management, no conduct handbook. Employees do as they please which is not appropriate…read morebehavior for a store that is affiliated with BU or Barnes and Nobels.

This is the official book store for Boston University and the ONLY store where you can purchase BU…read moregear. We were in town for our older daughter's graduation and so we stopped by to pick up some more BU gear to share with our family back in NY. I managed to find the last Boston University Dad shirt so I was pretty stoked! They have a very large variety of BU gear ranging from t-shirts to wind breakers to sweatshirts. They also offer a variety of dog items like leashes, collars and dog toys. They also sell books, obviously, and tons of school supplies.

The only real option for find many Jewish texts in greater Boston. The staff know the entire store…read morevery well, are patient, the prices are reasonable, and they have a ton of other items to explore. A great place to kill time or find a new prayer book.

What a gem of a place. A beautiful shop that is filled with light and love. Anything that you may…read morewant or need can be found here. You will be immediately greeted and acknowledged by one of the staff. They are also very knowledgeable about High Holidays to everything Shabbat. This place is such a blessing. The quality of what they sell far exceeds what one would expect.

Recently stumbled upon Paper Source and it's so cute! They have so many fun and thoughtful gifts…read moreand of course all types of cards, journals, and other paper type activities (like scrapbooking). The gifts are so fun to explore and find tailored gifts for friends and family. I love seeing the new items they have. That said, the cost of some items can be pretty up there, but I have also found some great affordable gifts and cards here. They also do have a loyalty program that is connected with Barnes and Noble so that's a nice perk if you do decide to frequent here. Service has been super nice and friendly in my experience. I've asked the workers for some ideas and they've been very pleasant and helpful. Worth checking out!

While I am reviewing this company, it's the story in the Pru that I actually went to. I find it…read moresuper ridiculous that every single card comes in plastic. What a waste, simply unnecessary & just plain stupid. While they have all kinds of kitschy things like puzzles, various accessories, bags & other seasonal items, it's also not cheap. So not a fan for things you can get elsewhere cheaper.

Ritual Arts is an absolute gem in Allston! It's a peaceful and sacred space that keeps our magical…read morecommunity grounded in the neighborhood. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with the scent of sweet incense and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Ritual Arts curates a beautiful collection of local art and a host of unique and mystical items, from meteor remnants that came to Earth 4.5 billion years ago to hiddenite gemstones from Pakistan that "encourage spiritual growth from the heart outwards." The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and eager to help whether you're a longtime patron or a first-time visitor. I especially appreciated their attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure I found exactly what I was looking for. Every visit feels inspiring, and Ritual Arts consistently exceeds my expectations. I always find something beautiful and magical to gift others or bring home for myself! I highly recommend stopping by--they make shopping a joyful experience!

I've shopped here quite a few times and have ALWAYS gotten top-tier customer service. This shop is…read morevery welcoming with a great variety of items for your craft, I highly recommend it.

Apparently this NEC location is closing today 3/21/24. I…read moreworked here in the 1990s. Great place to work when I was in my 20s... back then the shop was super busy most days. New England Comics only has 4 locations left now. Quincy & Norwood stores might be the next closest ones if you're in Boston & have a car. Both are pretty BIG stores, but parking is easier in Norwood I think. RIP NEC Coolidge

Reached out on facebook to ask a question on product availability. Received a response from pretty…read moresnarky individual. If this is the customer service for a pretty straight forward question I can't imagine getting help for something a little more complex.