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    Westside Stories

    4.8 (67 reviews)
    InexpensiveBookstores
    Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Donna Y.

    I scored a book my husband has been wanting with the help of one of the Sales Associates - she went out of her way to help me. This was my second time here - needless to say I recommend this store and will return.

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    Alanna P.

    I absolutely adore this little bookstore on Grant St. Located in a cute little strip down the street from Buff State, this bookstore has good prices, cute gifts, and a rewards program for bibliophiles like myself. The books are well organized which is a huge plus as many used bookstores can be confusing, and the selection is delightful. The staff are always friendly and knowledgeable to add to the charm. Certainly worth a stop, one of the hidden gems of Buffalo!

    Zahin C.

    Amazing collection & great prices- can't wait to go back and buy more books! They also have a stamp card.

    Ryan W.

    This bookstore is a Westside success story in the making. Owner Joe Petri's a Buffalo re-pat who's lived all over the country, from the deep South to darkest Brooklyn. After getting tired of pushing a stroller onto crowded subways, he and his wife relocated to B-lo, where rents are cheap and entrepreneurial dreams can quickly come true. After snagging their space across from coffeeshop Sweetness_7, next to a community garden and greenhouse on Grant, Joe and his wife filled up their store with used books, pricing them all under $10. There's really good stuff here, and it's less picked-over than in other bookstores. As they have small children who are always in and out of the store, they've also added a kids' corner stocked with picture books -- and as the neighborhood lacks an easily-accessible library, they allow each child to take home 1-2 FREE BOOKS per visit. For older kids, they've worked to curate an extensive and inexpensive Young Adult section (perfect for kids like me -- I went through a book a week as a tween). Though they don't promote it, they also have crates of cool records in good condition, all on sale for $3.50. If you take one home and it's scratched, they'll swap you for another one, no problem. Another find at this bookstore for me was the stack of homemade cookbooks behind the register (ask Joe about it). A collection of recipes from Westside residents, bound together with a simple plastic cover and sold for a $2 donation, this thing is a bona fide cultural treasure for any Buffalo cook, full of recipes for diverse dishes, from African eggplant to Puerto Rican arroz con pollo. You better believe I'll be cooking my way through it this spring, Julie & Julia style, and getting my ingredients from Guercio's, right across the street. (I'll also be stopping into Sweetness_7 before or after a good afternoon browse in Westside Stories every time I come.) As I'm writing this in chilly March, I'm imagining sunny afternoons in the summertime, when gardeners will be busy cultivating their plots next to the store, kids will be busy learning to read inside, I'll be busy drinking my latte and trying not to blow my whole paycheck on delicious books, and the whole 'hood will be buzzing with a new energy, brought on by new businesses like Westside Stories. I can't wait!

    Sooo happy I stumbled upon this charming, little bookstore, on Grant Street. It may look deceiving from the outside that it is very tiny, but surprisingly when you walk in, you will see that they have a lot to offer! I was in search of some old, worn, vintage-looking books for décor. I didn't know if I was going to find what I was looking for, but ended up being pleasantly surprised! They had exactly what I wanted and more. The prices were extremely reasonable and inexpensive. They even had a $1.00 cart, in which I found multiple old (and newer) books for 50cents or a dollar; you can't beat that! The atmosphere was very friendly and inviting. The owner (I'm assuming) was gracious upon entering and during check out. I love that they give you punch cards for every $5 dollars you spend, towards $5 off, after spending $30. I can't wait to go back here :)

    Great little gem. Found a few books today I can't wait to read! Will go back down there again soon.

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    Bright and well organized. Helpful staff. Great program where you can return the books youve purchased from there and read for 30% credit.

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    5.0(12 reviews)
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    I'd drive 45 minutes for a book hug--and I do…read more There are a lot of reasons to love Hamburg, NY--but at the top of my list is Turn the Page Used Books, a charming little haven where the books are used, the prices are kind, and the smell of paper and stories hits you in the face like a warm, nostalgic high-five. Once upon a time, I lived just 6 minutes from this gem. Now I live 45 minutes away, and I still make the trip. Why? Because walking into this place is my version of therapy. Yes, I'm the weirdo who openly sniffs the books. No, I'm not sorry. The selection is outstanding. I won't swear they have every genre under the sun, but I will say I've never left empty-handed--and I read everything from thoughtful nonfiction to weird fiction to "why is this cover so dramatic?" suspense novels. They've also got a fantastic large print section, which makes me look like a great daughter when I stock up for my mom. (Let's ignore that I walk out with twice as many for myself.) The staff? Lovely. Friendly. Helpful. Basically your dream book club, minus the pressure to finish the book on time. If you're into books and warm vibes, you're already one of the gang. Highly recommend. Bring a tote bag. Or three.

    Oh my gosh, if you're a fiction / sci-fi / fantasy book fan, this is a very dangerous bookstore for…read moreyour wallet. SO many drool-worthy titles. I left with a literal armful of books today and it's probably for the best that I had set myself a time limit for browsing. The sections are clearly labeled and sorted by author. If you're treasure hunting for favorite authors, bring a list, because you will want to look for ALL of them. Bonus: easy to see pricing, and very reasonable. Plus the staff was friendly of course! (and they have a step-stool if you're short and want the books on the top shelf because of course I do.)

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