Second Hand Prose
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1222 Main St #101, St Johnsbury VT 05819 Hours
About Second Hand Prose
Second Hand Prose is a charming used bookstore that offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Run by friendly volunteers, it features a well-organized and diverse selection of fiction and nonfiction books. The store operates on a donation-based model, allowing customers to choose how much to pay for each book, making it a great affordable option. Visitors often find the staff helpful and thoughtful, providing good recommendations and making the experience exciting, especially for children. The store is also pet-friendly, welcoming well-behaved dogs with a bowl of water. Despite its cozy size, there are additional rooms to explore, and the volunteers are eager to assist and share suggestions for local places. Overall, Second Hand Prose is highly recommended for book lovers and families alike, offering a delightful and community-oriented book-buying experience.
Most Recent Reviews
April 2025
We have taken our grandchildren many times. The staff is always helpful and try to make it an exciting experience for them. Wonderful model. Highly recommend for children.
August 2024
One of the best used bookstores I've ever been to. Volunteers were so warm and welcoming. Pretty good selection of books and you decide how much you want to pay. I will definitely be back when visiting VT.
December 2023
What a wonderful bookstore! My new favorite! This place is run by volunteers, and instead of paying a set price for a book, you donate what you would like to pay for it. Upon entering, it seems a bit small, but there are rooms in the back you can access if you ask. They actually have an impressive selection. I love this...
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- Saint Johnsbury, Vermont
