I walked into the store and said hello to the person behind the desk, whom I assumed to be the…read moreowner. He did not respond or say anything the entire time I was in the store. Perhaps because I was wearing a face mask? I looked around at the collection. It was pretty limited and uninteresting. It's too bad, because I try and support independent bookstores. I definitely won't be going back to this one!

Just before their two year anniversary, Well Read Books changed hands…read more I met the new owner when I went in to buy a book and use my gift card. The new owner told me all the reasons why he wasn't honoring the old owners gift cards. This did not endear me to the new owner. The whole visit left me with a bad taste in my mouth and though I love to promote and shop local businesses, I'm probably gonna pass on this one from now on.

What a tonelessly snarky fellow. The tall one who periodically visits the cafe staff, where he…read moreconverses in loud yells. I brought two books to the counter today and took a moment to look in my bag for my book discount bookmark for him to stamp. I carefully put my laptop, wallet, glasses, and clean paper wrapper containing the cafe's fresh veggie sandwich half, all on the broad counter for a moment, in the manner of Lucille Ball. I'm old enough that she was my mentor in a special graduate class on clowning, eons ago. But the bookstore clerk zeroed in on the sandwich. "Get your greasy sandwich off the counter. This is a bookstore." Who talks like this? Yes, the wrapped sandwich was anomalous there, matter out of place but for a moment. He had no right to sound this way, but I apologized. The purchase came to under twenty. He was so excitedly thrilled by this. "You can't have a book stamp because you didn't spend twenty today!" He bounced as he said it. New to the discount program because who cares, I quietly accepted this news. "See?" He went on, "Look. It says so right there, right on the bookmark!" I gave no reply to him. "But, of course, everyone just hates to read!" There was no humor going on. He was claiming the right to scold an old person for being nothing but that, in his eyes. I'm older and small in size. What a bully! I looked him in the face and said, "What is wrong with you?" Off balance, he said, "Nothing. This is just what's called having a sense of humor." He turned and sped off. There was no 'thank you' to complete the transaction. To me, a comic to the core, incivility is not humor at all. It's disrespect. It's a man Indulging in meanness towards an older woman because he can get away with it here and there. "Get your greasy sandwich off the counter," was so inappropriate to say, to anyone, the cruelness of it must have felt like free-flight. It was so absurdly rude he brought to mind Monty Python. I spend up to $400 a month on books. I find everyone else here at Toadstool polite, but similarly distracted and disinterested in the customers, except for the owner. But no one else is disrespectful except for this guy.

We've loved every visit to the Toadstool. They have a wide selection of genres, a friendly staff,…read moreand cafes at both locations. I've even had used books ordered without any problems. They also offer events and an invaluable source of community to the surrounding area. My only hope/wish was for extended evening hours in the summer.

My daughter and I stopped by Bound Together Book Store on Pearl Street in downtown Nashua, and it…read morewas absolutely enchanting. From the moment we walked in, we loved the unique display of books--stacked horizontal and vertical--it gave the whole place such a charming, cozy feel. The layout is inviting, with comfortable seating right in the front, and the prices are very reasonable. There's even a book club downstairs and a sweet children's nook with seating, which makes it feel welcoming for all ages. This is the kind of bookstore you just want to linger in--we'll definitely be coming back and making this our go-to spot!

I am not a huge fan of the location. There are by a four way lane interestion of parking areas. I…read morealmost always feel like someone is going to hit me in this area especially during the winter. The people are great, this is one of the best and biggest Newby C's there is. The smell, I will never get over but it seems to be their typical smell. The prices are probably as low on CD's as you can go, in a store. Still, if you are looking for CD's you are probably a lot better off shopping online at Amazon or Ebay. On average I save about 50% online compared to Newbury's prices. The DVD prices just plain suck, in most instances you can get a movie or TV show brand new at the used DVD price. Go figure son, go figure. The t-shirt and knicknack prices are, likewise, ridic, there is store CD selection in my opinion keeps them in business. Once people start getting hip to the lower prices online, they will fade away, like BestBuy has done with their CD's.

I. LOVE. NEWBURY. COMICS…read more it is the heart of new england. it makes manchester an automatically cool place. there is everything i love in here and more, anything i could ever need, everything i would EVER need in order to live and breathe and exist. CD's. records. posters. collectibles. toys. gadgets. clothes. friendly staff. cozy atmosphere. hats. sunglasses. it is a hipster's paradise. you will never want to leave.

WHAT A FIND!!! Had a great visit! Looking forward to my return!! Great spot for teaching materials…read moreif needed.

Super cute store! Love all these books and games that I don't usually see at a Target. Got sole…read moregreat presents here!

Great little French Canadian bookstore! The owner is wonderful. Lots of great used books. The owner…read moredoesn't take cards so make sure you bring cash.

A diamond in the rough! This bookstore is only open a few hours a week over a few months of the…read moreyear but if you catch it in that magical window, your bookshelves will thank you. Great selection of popular and classic books - from travel memoirs to romances to new hardcovers to literary fiction. And seriously great prices - I got trade paperback mysteries for 50 cents and children's classics for $1. Bonus: donate your used books here and they'll sell them to raise money for the library! Win win win and then bury yourself in a new book.

This is my new favorite book store! I felt like I was transported into my dreams when I walked in…read more It's like being in an amazing maze of books! I could have stayed there forever and never gotten bored. Huge bonus points because I found a book I've been looking for for years. Also the woman at the cashier was by far one of the kindest and most helpful people I've met! She even pointed us to 2 other local shops! I will be back soon!!!

This shop is so quaint and cozy! Walking in, there are pretty lights and nice smells. The…read moreatmosphere is calm, which is perfect for a book shop. The owner was super kind and friendly. So many books on tons of subjects, old and new alike. Tucked away in Henniker near another huge old bookshop, I had to stop by this one too. I did not find anything that stuck out to me this trip, but definitely other people will! Large selection of cookbooks, kids books, historical books, and fiction. There's even a big, friendly dog! Calm atmosphere and large selection. Not sure about the average prices because I did not find anything this trip. Limited parking.