“Seems like a hidden treasure. Massive selection of used classic rock albums and good prices on them (Got some Zeppelin and Aerosmith for around $10 each). Cash only, but there's an ATM next door.”
9AM - 10PM
419 S Broadway, Salem
Book Stores
“So happy to have found this gem in Plaistow. Very welcoming vibe between the friendly employees, music, and fun signage (the Heated Rivalry sign made me laugh out loud). At the 50 cent discount book bin I was shocked to find best sellers and Pulitzer finalists. My total was $23 for 15 books - what a steal! Excited to go back”
“I Love coming to COW. The staff are always so welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable. COW offers a variety of different classes to learn and grow spiritually. I have taken many classes here and I highly recommend them too.
Unfortunately, I took an abundance class on 04/19/2026,which did not match its description at all or any relation to abundance. I wish I never took the class, to me it was a waste of my money and time.”
“This is a great local Christian store with good selection. Not too many of these stores left this one has lasted because it’s great!
You can special order books from them too and they will hold them for you so your money can go to a local business and not amazon .”
“Friday night, I thought I had traveled back in time to the early nineties and walked into the Barnes and Noble where I had bought my first book as a 12-year old in Burlington, MA. Classical music was playing. The books on the display tables were normal?? The staff was friendly and helpful. Even the layout of the store felt strangely familiar. I bought books. I sat in the cafe and drank tea. I finally signed up for B&N Rewards, something I have resisted doing for decades.
It was a nostalgic experience, and I will be returning very soon.”
“Cool store went in with my wife against my will about a month ago to get a beach bag for her friends birthday. I didn’t realize how many different things the paper store has to offer! They have sports wear and all kinds of great gift ideas for everyone! I recently went back to get one of those beach bags for my wife for a Valentine’s Day gift because she loved them so much and said I should get one of these bags at some point one of these days. Well I listened this time! 😎”