10AM - 5:30PM
50 State St, Montpelier
Book Stores
“My wife and I recently visited Bear Pond Books for the first time, and we were thoroughly impressed. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm, welcoming service that made us feel right at home. The staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about books, which added a personal touch to our browsing experience.
The selection was outstanding, thoughtfully curated with something for every type of reader. Whether you're into fiction, non-fiction, poetry, or children's books, this place has it all. We were especially impressed by the local authors’ section and the unique staff recommendations sprinkled throughout the store.
My wife and I enjoyed exploring each nook of the store, discovering titles we hadn’t seen anywhere else. We both ended up buying a few books and left feeling like we found a special place we’ll definitely return to. The prices were reasonable for an independent bookstore, and the quality of the experience made it all the more worthwhile.
Highly recommended for anyone visiting Montpelier or simply looking for a great independent bookstore with heart.”
“No visit to campus would be complete without a trip to the bookstore to update Norwich gear! It's always very busy on the big weekends. The staff is helpful, friendly and cheerful! Well worth the visit and know I can order online at any time, too! Norwich Forever!”
“Nice local bookstore. Decent history selection. Only criticism is the website and what is "available in-store now" versus "available via online order."”
“The owner, Brad, is a very kind person, very informational. He has a great atmosphere at the store. This will continue to be my go-to spot for cards, comics, and figures!”