This bookstore is fantastic! There are so many affordable books to find at this charming spot. I…read morelove their huge selection of beautiful notebooks to pick from. It is a smaller bookstore, but it has a lot of popular books available and a great selection of used books. There is an entire section of used books marked at a great price. I loved all the natural lighting that spilled into the space. While I didn't end up interacting with anyone who worked there, it felt like the staff was ready to answer any questions based on an interaction I saw with a cashier and another customer. There is metered parking right in front. I'd recommend checking this bookstore out.

If you are in downtown Providence, this is a great stop not only for books but also for souvenirs,…read morefun items, and vinyl. The store is well stocked and large for a downtown shop. The selection of books and music will make you spend time searching for your favorite. Street parking or public transportation are the best ways to reach this store....in addition to walking....

My first visit to Riffraff was for a book signing last weekend, but it won't be my last. I truly…read morelove the concept of this well stocked bookstore that is also a coffee shop and...get this...A BAR! The space is divided in two parts: The bookstore area and the cafe/lounge space. This is the perfect place to host a book signing or an open mic and intimate in the best way....cozy, but not crowded. It was daytime when I went, so there were plenty of pastries on display and they all looked amazing. The coffee and bar spirit selection were excellent, but I opted for a mocktail and was not disappointed I can't wait to come back and definitely want to go for one of their summer film nights in the courtyard. The movie schedule looks top-tier.

Such a lovely book and cafe/bar! I came mid afternoon, and I enjoyed my time. Mocha was perfect!…read moreMaybe if it was the end of my day, I would've enjoyed a drink but I still had a session to complete and was still on the clock. The location was a tad intimidating for me as a typical shy girl, but park at the spot inside the business, and walk towards the inner section, passing a clinic and the Troop. Didn't have time to browse too much, but I noticed others were here to study and work too~ we all seemed to be on the save vibe or getting work down. WiFi is such a cool password made me chuckle. Will come again when I'm the area.

It was a bit cold outside and I needed to kill time so I was delighted to stumble across this…read morebookshop! First, I love that they have free non perishable goods outside for people to help themselves as they need it. The shop inside is very cute, they have a diverse selection of books inside a cozy space. I liked how it was organized, enjoyed featuring of local artists work, including cards and bookmarks. Prices were what you can expect from a smaller book store, nothing incredibly expensive and overall a good deal. They also had a pile of books by the door that were completely free, which I thought was a great idea. Definitely a great place to stop by if you're looking for a new read!

My favorite bookstore, hands down…read more The team at Heartleaf has created such a welcoming & eclectic environment. They've carefully curating a wide variety of stories, accumulated so many sweet little goodies & knick knacks, & built a wonderful, irreplaceable community in Providence. They put a LOT of effort into highlighting BIPOC & queer authors in their collection. The range of genres & narratives - especially considering the tiny size of the store - is a masterclass in diverse inventory. The very best thing about Heartleaf, though, is the manager. She alone is worth a visit to the store. If she's napping, it's a cardinal sin to disturb her. You'll just have to come back another time to give her a scratch behind the ears. (Penny is the manager. Penny is also a cat. I promise I'm not randomly scratching humans behind the ears.) Thank you Caroline & Mads for everything you do. Long live Heartleaf!

Everyone is so nice and helpful! I always find what I'm looking for and I love the little knick…read moreknacks they sell too!

Such a fantastic shop run by super sweet people. Super plus that you can bring your pup along and…read morethey have treats. They always have the books I am looking for as well :)

A very cute store with an interesting selection at great prices. I've been shopping there for while…read moreand I've noticed the staff is very uncomfortable to deal with. Never really been greeted when walking through the door even though the register desk is next to the front door. Whenever I've checked out there is no interaction other than being told how much I owe, expecting I know the drill. I've always said thank you and have a nice day, and I can't remember a time a staff member has responded.

This space was really cool! I'm so glad I stopped in. If you love the smell of books, this is your…read moreplace. High quality books, mostly used. My kind of place!

My birthday gift to my fiancé this year was a trip to Providence and a tour of ask things…read morelovecraft. So naturally I decided to make this the last stop before we flew back. I SHOULD HAVE MADE IT OUR FIRST STOP. The guy there was amazing and obviously a fan himself, which is always a bonus when you go to places like this. The store was gorgeous, I wish I could get these guys to decorate my house. And it won't break your bank buying stuff from them. Which usually niche stores like that will.

This small book shop is located inside The Arcade. It's focus is on 'the weird', aka books related…read moreto sci-fi, horror stories, tarot, witchcraft, and more. They have a few t-shirts for sale too. Books include local authors, famous authors, fiction, the history of witch trials such as in Salem, MA and several other non-fiction topics. I picked up a book I have been hoping to find for years now; the original stories by the Brothers Grimm. None of this tinkerbell fairytale stuff. This is raw, gorey, brutal stuff. The woman who assisted me was such fun to chat with and made some recommendations based on my interests. Definitely more books here I plan to return for. They even have a small area out the door (in the center of the building) to sit and read if you have time, or can't wait to begin your new book. Seriously, I have passed this shop half a dozen times and didn't realize what I was missing until I read their write up in Rhode Island Monthly magazine. Very glad I did!

Spacious and giant bookstore that also sells school supplies and Brown University apparel and…read moremerchandise. I went on a shopping spree and purchased several items featuring Julia Gash's art, including a tote bag, apron, coasters, a trivet, etc. Even got a free copy of the hardcover book, "Brown: The History of an Idea."

Was lucky enough to find parking near the bookstore and went inside to browse. Got a nice magnet…read morebecause why not? Kids found a quiet play area upstairs to relax and enjoy their time instead of walking the campus. There were kid tables and chairs. Staff are friendly. Also saw a discounted 50% off section but nothing interested us. Found a coke bottle with our kids name on it and husband bought it. Never been to Rhode Island before until we came to Brown!!

An amazing gem!…read more Filled with beautifully presented and thoughtfully curated books (twenty highlighted stories per month), kind staff, as well as journals, local art/products made by RISD grads, tees, puzzles and much more. There's something here for everyone. Unexpectedly, we particularly loved the books in their kids section. Very dog friendly, always a plus. Loved it so much that we will be sure to stop by next time we're down from Boston.

I first came across Twenty Stories after going to Aleppo Sweets right next door on Ives Street. I…read morecame back to Twenty Stories on Thursday, July 25th. When I walked in, Alexa was packing books and told me she was getting their teal vintage bookmobile (love the color) ready for Newport Folk Fest. I informed her I only wanted to take a look at the cards and Shorthand notebooks. She said as long as I didn't mind the mess, I can take a look. The store is spacious. By the front (cash register) is the card wall and the notebooks section (LEUCHTTURM1917 notebooks, Moleskine notebooks, and Shorthand notebooks.) I was so excited to see that Twenty Stories carried Shorthand products when I had first popped into the store. I have a few items from Shorthand and their quality is superb. Shorthand is a stationary company in Los Angeles specializing in creating tools for productivity and creativity - notebooks and office supplies that strike a balance between being functional and aesthetically pleasing. I purchased a lavender reporter (a compact notebook). The cover is letterpressed with Title and Date lines. At checkout, I was given a free Twenty Stories bookmark. Also don't forget to check-in on Yelp to get the offer - 10% off your purchase. I didn't use it this time, but will definitely use it next time. I learned that every month, the two owners, Alexa Trembly and Emory Harkins, hand-select twenty titles to feature in their store. They sift through hundreds of titles to find the most inspiring, innovative, and thought-provoking books out there, and at the center of the curation is a diverse list of authors, themes, and publishers. They also bring their bookmobile to different events. If you are in the area, you should check out Twenty Stories if you are a bookworm or a stationary aficionado.

I just took my niece to get some pen, pencils, journals and the such. She loved the choices and…read morethe selection of all those items. I spent some time checking out the RISD inspired items like t-shirts and mugs and I loved the designs and the colors. Very bright and colorful. The staff was helpful and friendly and there was always someone close to ask questions

Visited this thinking it's a store for the RISD Museum. It's a store where art supplies are…read moreavailable, shirts, mugs, magnets, and a few souvenir items. If you're doing touristy things and planning to visit, there's not much to see here.

This is the place to stop if you're into Trollbeads! I had searched to see if there were any local…read moreretailers as I really like to see before purchasing and this came up (relatively close - still a nice day trip). I was blown away when I stopped in at the selection of not only Trollbeads (more on that) but interesting items. There was a huge assortment of antiques, new crafts, cards, books, vintage furnishings - you name it, I think they may have carried it! But, back to the beads - Karen came over and she was just incredible. She clearly knows her Trollbeads and a total newbie like me learned so much from her probably less than an hour, it was amazing. Not to mention the huge selection. And, the really affordable prices on many beads that you just won't find anymore. I found Karen to be so helpful and charming and honest. It was a really nice customer experience and I highly recommend visiting Twice Told Tales for anyone in the area. Plus, the downtown is really nice with an assortment of quirky stores and restaurants (and plenty of parking). It really is a hidden gem!

I stumbled spin this fun shop on a stroll. At first when. I walked in I saw lots of things that…read morelooked like nothing I would be interested in. BUT there is a great selection of old books, greeting cards and made in the USA items!! I am so happy I came in and was lucky to find things for an upcoming baby shower! Also shout out to the owners Nephew for being so helpful in the store!! Hopefully she had a great time at the baby shower!