Category: Indie Bookstores of MA
We love books and we love exploring! My partner and I are day-tripping around my home state of Massachusetts to check out all the independent bookstores we can find in our series Indie Bookstores of MA. I post new videos to my YouTube channel every Thursday, and then shared here.
The posts are listed here in the order of most recent to least. You can reorder them, see the locations mapped, and use the search functionality on the Find a Bookstore page. If there’s a store you’d like to see here and we haven’t covered it yet, you can reach me using the contact methods on the About page. I do prioritize stores that have been requested. Eventually, I intend to cover every single independent bookstore in the state!
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Zoar Books – Charlemont, MA
Recently, we took a trip out west to visit Zoar Books & Gallery in Charlemont, MA! This unique spot in a beautiful part of the state grew out of a passion project that started as one man’s collection. With his wife’s encouragement, he opened that collection to the public as a store. That’s resulted in…
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Raven Used Books – Shelburne Falls, MA
Recently, we took a trip out west to visit Raven Used Books in Shelburne Falls, MA! Yes, there’s another Raven Used Books that we’ve covered already over in Northampton. These two locations used to be branches of a single business, but now operate independently while remaining friends. The owner has also been involved in a…
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Wellfleet Marketplace Booksmith – Wellfleet, MA
A few weeks back, we made our way out to the outer Cape to visit the Wellfleet Booksmith inside of Wellfleet Marketplace in (you guessed it) Wellfleet, MA! This bookstore is a section of the larger market, but it’s sizeable enough to have earned it a spot on the Cape and Islands Book Store Trail.…
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Greg’s Used Books – Orleans, MA
Recently, we paid a visit to Greg’s Used Books in Orleans, MA! More than just books, they also offer a fun and eclectic selection of retro and vintage movies, board games, video games, and more. It has some really unique finds and great quirky vibes. Make sure to follow along for more Independent Bookstores of…
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Nancy L. Dole Books & Ephemera – Shelburne Falls, MA
A few weeks back, we drove out to Shelburne Falls to visit Nancy L. Dole Books & Ephemera at their new location in The Mill! Every section of the place feels like a fascinating dive into history with tons of antiquarian treasures from books to maps to photographs and more. Make sure to follow along…
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Annie’s Books and Gifts – Orleans, MA
On a recent weekend, we swung out to Annie’s Books and Gifts in Orleans, MA! This is another location that used to be a part of the former Annie’s Book Stop chain that now operates independently. This one is a lot bigger than it looks from the outside and features an absolutely adorable greeter! Make…
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Unnameable Books – Turners Falls, MA
Recently we paid another visit to Unnameable Books out in Turners Falls, MA! This beautifully space gets its unique look from its former life as a tavern, but staff has done a phenomenal job of updating it to a place to enjoy books rather than beverages. Either way, it’s still a very welcoming and cozy…
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Belmont Books – Belmont, MA
Recently, we drove out to visit Belmont Books and Black Bear Cafe in Belmont, MA! They’ve got everything in this gorgeous and welcoming space. It’s a genuine local mom and pop place with a staff that obviously cares about the work. Make sure to follow along for more Independent Bookstores of Massachusetts!
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The Book Rack – Arlington, MA
This past weekend we made our way out to Arlington to visit secondhand bookstore The Book Rack! They originally opened back in 1975 over in Lexington, but have been here in Arlington center since 1999. It’s surprisingly accessible for how many nooks and crannies there are. Make sure to follow along for more Independent Bookstores…
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Annie’s Book Stop / Tower Books – Worcester, MA
Recently we popped into Annie’s Book Stop in Worcester, also sometimes known as Tower Books. There are a few bookstores in Mass called Annie’s, and there used to be a lot more. Back in the 90s it was a chain, but the company at the center has long since disbanded and the remaining stores all…
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Boujee Bookstore – Norwood, MA
Inside the Winsmith Mill, in The Unknown Marketplace is where you’ll find Boujee Bookstore of Norwood, MA! The owner has designed it to evoke the feeling of her happy place, and it may become yours as well. This store-within-a-store is a very unique and fun experience that I highly recommend. Make sure to follow along…
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Park Street Books & Toys- Medfield, MA
Last weekend, we took a trip out to Park Street Books & Toys plus The Pottery Place in Medfield, MA! While they’ve got something for everyone, it’s a very kid-focused place. More rooms open up around every turn, all filled with lots to get excited about. The couple who owns it have kids themselves, and…