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“A wonderful, cozy indie bookshop with a great selection of titles across ages and genres, a cute little cafe, and friendly and helpful staff! They’re even a dog-friendly space, which always makes me so happy. If you haven’t been to this bookshop yet, you are missing out!”
“Harvard Book Store sits on Massachusetts Avenue in Harvard Square and has been a fixture of the Cambridge intellectual landscape long enough that it functions as a landmark rather than just a retail destination. The large windows and stacked displays visible from the street invite you in before you have made any decision to enter, and once inside the floor-to-ceiling shelves and the density of the selection create an atmosphere that is difficult to rush through even when you came in with a specific title in mind.
The main floor covers new releases, staff picks, and a broad selection organized by subject across fiction, nonfiction, and a range of specialized categories. The curation reflects the surrounding community in the best way, with titles that reward browsing beyond the obvious bestseller tables. Staff are knowledgeable and genuinely helpful when you want a recommendation or need to locate something specific, and the information desk handles navigation questions efficiently without making you feel like you are interrupting.
The basement is where the store distinguishes itself most clearly from a standard bookshop. The used and remaindered book sections downstairs cover an enormous range at a fraction of the cover price, and the quality of the used stock tends to be high. Spending time down there is one of the more rewarding ways to move through the store, and most visitors come up with something they were not looking for when they went down. The remaindered section in particular offers discounted new copies of titles that did not move at full price, and the selection rotates enough that regular visits continue to surface new things.”
“You will always find an exciting new book at the Book Rack! Whether new releases or a cozy used book, they’ve got books floor-to-ceiling! You’re bound to find your next read here.”
10AM - 6PM
189 Market St, Lowell
Book Stores
“Such a wonderful example of what independent bookstores can be. Well-stocked, charming, with loads of community-building activities and a super welcoming staff. Glad I found this place!”
9:30AM - 8PM
124 Salem St, Boston
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“Amazing bilingual bookstore in Boston, specialized in Italian narratives with a worldwide exquisite catalogue for kids, teenagers and adults. Its children section is just adorable and contains many literary worlds for encouraging all the little readers. The sellers were the kindest people, very knowledgeable and eager to find way more books.”
10AM - 5:30PM
610 Main St, Reading
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“Whitelam Books absolutely made my day! From the moment I walked in, they made me feel completely at home and spoke to me like a real human being.
I have to give a special shoutout to Harriet, who was an absolute delight. She took such great care in beautifully wrapping the gifts I bought for my loved ones—and I love that it’s a complimentary service!
Beyond the wonderful staff, the store is very kid-friendly and hosts book clubs, poetry readings, and so much more. It is a real community hub for people with chiming hearts. Great job creating such a wonderful bookstore!”
10AM - 5:30PM
311 Main St, Stoneham
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“I went there 2 weeks ago, they have a huge collection compare to their size. I walked in with a low hope because I was looking for philosophy books and did not expect to find any. To my surprise, the staff showed me their philosophy section which is hard to find even in bigger book stores. I bought six books and even though they are used, the condition is like new with great deals. I will definitely come back.”
“A one of a kind place in Boston, if you are looking for a fun day out with your girls this is the place to be. Browsing books, and discovering unique trinkets makes the time go by fast. A big fan of their journal collection too.”
“If you love nonfiction this is your bookstore! Literally one of the best collections of non-fiction- everything from linguistics to the math of knitting. It probably shouldn’t have come as a surprise but I was delighted! Picked up a linguistics book from one of my favorite authors!”
10AM - 6PM
559 Main St, Winchester
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“I am a huge fan of local and independent bookstores, and I make it a point to visit them regularly and support them as much as possible. Book Ends is one of the oldest independent bookstores in the Boston area. I have visited it many times, and it is one of my favorite places. They have an amazing collection of books, from classics to the latest releases, across all genres. They also have a great arts and crafts section, and visiting Book Ends feels like being part of a beautiful community. I absolutely love Book Ends and would strongly recommend it to any book lover.”
“Amazing selection of things. I'm a University student and I've found books that I needed for several classes. Huge historical/political selection, reasonably priced crystals, and cozy.”
“This is probably my favorite bookstore. I was looking for recommendations for Mother’s Day and a staff member did an excellent job giving me suggestions.
The store also offered three different gift wrap options for free, and it was difficult to choose because the designs are all awesome.
The store is a little small, but I love walking around and finding books that are hidden gems. It’s such a great place to find gifts. They have all sorts of stickers, greeting cards, and little knickknacks in addition to their expected inventory.”
“There’s a great selection of products with that distinct MIT aesthetic. Even without a giant logo, many items feature a smart, sophisticated design. Nice for souvenirs.”
“This children’s bookstore is absolutely outstanding! Every child’s birthday gift I give now includes a book from here. Michelle always has the most amazing recommendations, I can simply walk in and say, “I need a few books for a seven-year-old’s birthday,” and instantly she has so many wonderful options ready for me.
She even gift-wraps everything beautifully, which makes the whole experience so easy and special. The selection, service, and personal attention are truly exceptional. I am so happy to have found this store, it is truly a jewel of Medford!”
10AM - 5PM
488 Main St, Melrose
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“Lilah Rose is one of my favorite little shops. Any time I need a gift for any occasion, I always make a stop at Lilah Rose. Everything in the shop is so fun and cute and there's really something for everyone!”
“Griffin was the man ! Took his time & went through 2 binders filled with vintage Pokemon & gave me the best price possible. Tbh more than I was expecting. Nothing but honest & warm welcoming people as soon as you enter the establishment. Thank you Griffin !”
“We have wanted to come for awhile but kept getting the days and times mixed up. So glad we came!! Parking wasn't bad midday on Wednesday and each month there's a special. This July is half off fiction. Super staff!!”
“I think they said this is the oldest poetry bookstore in the U.S. or something like that?? Definitely worth checking it out, it's a very small bookstore and is completely full of poetry! Lots of notable authors there, I think they have a lot of events and things happening at the store as well. Very kind workers as well.”
“I love Maxima. I went there looking for books for my kids and a very friendly employee gave me advice on which books were popular with different age groups. She did a beautiful job with wrapping the books up. Both of my kids loved the recommended books! Great bookstore!”
“Delightful place and people (or maybe I was just starved for conversation with some fellow designers?) Either way, thank you for providing the opportunity, Michael!!”
“Very Well Stocked Store with reasonable prices for all things a student might need. Lots of small to large items with Harvard on them. Lots of clothes. Lots of sales. Books too! Chill basement. Go!”
“The staff was flexible and able to accommodate my requests. They were able to check the supply closets to assist me in finding what I was looking for. However, the products, specifically the t-shirts, were rather expensive as compared to the other institutions I have visited.”
10AM - 7PM
161 Main St, Everett
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“(Translated by Google) Excellent bookstore! With people who serve us with great education and transparency. Always ready to help us with great competence and zeal in everything they do!(Original)Excelente livraria! Com pessoas que nos atende com muita educação e transparência. Sempre prontos a nos ajudar com muita competência e zelo em tudo que fazem!”
“Outstanding customer service and it's so clear how devout to their mission this team is. Highly recommend stopping by or patronizing online. Seamless process to get what you like either way”
“This is primarilly a non-profit used book store but also has clothing and household accessiries. The store hires people from 16 to 24 who are struggling and helps to give them the life skills for further employment and like skills to succeed. They take donations of clothing and housdwares as well as books only excluding textbooks. Their store and workspace is going to be expanded shortly.
This us a great asset to the community serving Waltham and surrounding areas.”
“Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC), conveniently situated on New Rutherford Avenue, is, in my firmly held opinion and based on the frequent, genuinely transformative success stories from diverse friends and neighbors who have studied there, an absolutely essential, high-quality gateway to academic and career advancement that provides accessible education with exceptional dedication to student outcomes. Everyone I’ve spoken with consistently praises the supportive and highly engaged faculty, the phenomenal array of affordable vocational and transfer programs, and the robust student support services, including tutoring and counseling, emphasizing that the college successfully serves as an engine of social mobility and personal empowerment for the entire Greater Boston region. I’ve learned from their narratives that the atmosphere is one of focused opportunity and encouraging inclusivity, making it an exceptional, low-risk starting point for anyone looking to earn a degree, start a new career path, or bridge into a four-year university program. My subjective conclusion is that BHCC is an irreplaceable public resource and a true community success story - a mandatory place to visit if you are considering furthering your education, no matter your age or background.”
“Avid lover of Moleskine notebooks for a few years now and just found their store in Cambridge. Came in to get a finished moleskine notebook custom stamped in person!! Love that you can personalize your notebooks and is very quick to do and great price (especially if you join Moleskine rewards program).”
10AM - 2PM
33 Kearney Square, Lowell
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“I knocked on the door not knowing that it was pickup only. The person who answered was very kind and when I asked politely told me that it was online order only.”
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“I've been coming here for years. Service is great and the lay out of the books is fabulous. There is no pressure from store employees and they are there to help you find a certain Author or a certain book for you. If they don't have it they will assist in ordering it for you. The parking at this Store is great also.”