Don't really understand how the mall bookstore is still surviving. Can you really classify them as…read morebookstores anymore? I mean yes, in some part, but at the same time there are more items in here that do not relate to books. There are more and more items in here that are of the toy variety that are geared towards children than books. This is somehow surviving in this dying mall. But to be honest you rarely see anyone enter here. How is it surviving? Just how? I came in and looked through the selection they had and not much is worth grabbing. I like local history books, especially when it comes to Johnstown. Just wish that there was more offered here.

I can't give this store anything but five stars!!!! Not just because I love reading and go in here…read moreall the time, but because the store and workers are awesome. The employees know me by my face and name because I am always in there. They always say hello to me and we have a conversation because they are just so awesome. Books are never that cheap, but they always have sales and if you go in at the right time, you can get books for less than $5. The membership card is worth it if you are w reader because it saves you money on everything you buy. I have too many books to count and I always buy more, but this store is a great one and it better never close. Heck, books are the only thing I really buy and I could keep them in business haha. If you rare looking for a good place to buy books with friendly staff go to Books-A-Million because you will never be disappointed!

Not friendly at all. I went in the first and last time to…read moreget a feel for the place and no one even spoke to me.

From the owner: Classic Elements is a bookstore, gift shop, and cafe. We hand curate everything in the shop. We…read morehave several comfortable seating areas to enjoy an espresso drink made by our talented baristas, house-made sweet tea and freshly squeezed lemonade, locally made quiche and pastries, bagels right from Long Island City, NY! Come visit! Free wi-fi for customers.

Wonderful store! It has so many treasures! The owner and her staff are awesome. I have made special…read moreday trips to Ligonier just to see what is in the store.

'Second' Chapter should be your 'first' stop when in Ligonier, not just for books, or the friendly…read moregreeting and conversation with the owner or employees, but a delightful eclectic mix of unique items that will have you looking in every nook and cranny. A great place to find gifts for all ages, or a present for yourself. Definitely a 'do not miss' shop when in town. Don't forget to take a break in the garden during your visit!

This is a must stop when visiting Frostburg. We loved everything about this shop, from the…read morewell-curated selection of books to the amazing kids section at the back of the store. The staff was just so friendly, and you can tell their passion for all things reading. They have worked at this spot for 20+ years, which goes to show the dedication to this special place. My kids enjoyed the unique books, along with the comfy seating in the back of the store. In addition to a great book selection, they have a variety of gifts and unique puzzles. We ended up buying a few books along with a fun, Japanese, dog-surfing puzzle that both our kids agreed was a really fun one. The prices were very reasonable and the store was just so well curated. I would love to come back here again on a future trip.

Main Street Books is a lovely independent bookstore in the heart of Frostburg, MD. It offers a wide…read morearray of books, notebooks, gifts, music and more. I remember trekking up the hill to Main Street books as an undergrad at Frostburg State University for both personal and academic books. The store has a warm ambiance that feels like a big hug. I may be caught up in the nostalgia of my youth, but this truly is a great bookstore with friendly staff. Highly recommended!

Drove to Greensburg for a David Baldacci book signing. The staff had a plan. It was very well…read moreorganized. The store is huge. Lots of parking. Starbucks but not a Starbucks. I really benefited from being a Barnes & Noble member tonight.

Great place to go and relax, kick back grab a book or two and just hang out. Great gifts ideas for…read morekids also.

Darling little toy and book store! We came for a birthday present, but each kid left with a small…read moreitem for themselves. Lots to see packed into this space, and the owner has plans to turn the back room into a maker space/birthday party room! They have everything from Melissa & Doug, Green Toys, all kinds of puddy, books, games, craft kits, puzzles, fidgets, baby toys, etc! Don't let the unassuming store front dissuade you as it almost did us. Stop by and find your treasure!

From the owner: At Young Heart, my goal is to curate a thoughtfully selected collection of high-quality,…read moreeducational toys and captivating books for readers of all ages—from infants to adults. Additionally, I’m thrilled to feature unique gifts crafted by talented local artisans, celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship of our community.

I enjoy this place. They have a typewriter and they stand for a good cause. The staff I've…read moreexperienced is cool depending on who's there. It was quiet when I first began going. Some employees play music which I found distracting. Another employee seemed to have monitored me during my entire visit; maybe she thought I was going to steal a $4.99 book. Idk The place is not as clean as it could be, such as the bathroom, and some of the chairs need to be wiped off or completely replaced as they are stained and have an odor. I would not get any beverages from here unless it's sealed. The hours fluctuate often. I have made one too many trips during the weekday, weekend, daytime or afternoon to find the door locked. And I'm not aware that there's communication given ahead of time about their fluctuating hours for the given day. If you need to get your fix from a book, just buy it because there's no guarantee you can read it the next time you plan to.

This place was such a joy to spend an afternoon in. For those who are very well read and those who…read morehaven't picked up a book in awhile, I can guarantee you'll find a title that catches your eye. This place has a very apparent and pointed purpose for existing. Not necessarily to convert everyone into being anarchists, but more so wanting to encourage free, critical thinking. It's certainly worth a visit and had so many intriguing books that brought me a lot of joy to browse through.

There is a wide variety of books for such a small store. They have really reasonable prices.read more

Great little used bookstore. Heavy on the fiction, and for the items I was interested in they had a…read moredecent selection of hard-to-find items. Even had a few old, 2nd edition Dungeons and Dragons books. Everything was priced reasonably. Be sure to stop in with your Goodreads list!

I went in looking for a book on the history of magic. One of the employees came up to me asking if…read moreI needed help. I said yes, I'm looking for magic history literature. He laughed at me, said good luck, and then followed me around the store. He kept making comments just loud enough for me to hear, such as "magic is as real as religion", "Hagerstown is just full of crazy people these days". I finally turned around and asked him what his problem was, to which he replied "oh I don't have a problem but clearly you do." I immediately left and I will never come back. In fact, I'm going to tell people not to come to this store because the managers are very rude. Eta: I never specified a date, and if your management team was focused on helping customers find such a small section of books, instead of entertaining themselves, I would have given a better rating.

Dropped in on January 22,2025 to purchase books for my granddaughter. Two women were working, one…read morewas courteous and helpful (she appeared to be the younger of the two) and the other wassurly, blathering on about Trump, and looked like she was wearing pajamas. Just kind of sloppy and rude. She was so off-putting that I exited, sat in my car and ordered the same books for less from Amazon.