This is a super cute local, independent bookstore and I highly encourage anyone in the area to…read morecheck it out! Most of the books there are used, so they're sold at a cheaper price but they have new books too. The used books are almost all in really great shape. Outside of the store, they have book carts with $5 and under books. The store is two floors, and the upper floor has a cozy reading area. The shelves in the store are separated by genre and there are also tables with owner-recommended books. In addition to books, there are also plants for sale. The place is so nicely decorated and such a nice environment for reading. To be honest, it doesn't even feel like walking into a store, and it's more like a cozy home. As a plus, I think this place has a cat around sometimes, but I didn't see the cat during my visit.

A great shop. Their new location is delightful and so large. It is a little less "cozy" as the…read moreprevious location, but I am sure they are still working out the details. There is so much variety here and everything is clearly labelled. I appreciate the staff picks section and the shelf to write your own recommendations. They have bargain bins and brand new books, so there's something for everyone. I have yet to spot the shop cat, but I'm on the look out!

Incredible bookstore that adds so much to the local community. The shop has a welcoming vibe and…read morethe people that work there are always so nice and helpful. The selection inside is thoughtfully curated and they are happy to order anything that you don't see on the shelves. My absolute favorite thing about this place though are the book clubs! So many options, truly something for everyone, and the events that I've attended have been enjoyable. It's such a fun way to get to know other people in the community and I can't wait to attend more.

Cozy bookstore with lots of options! Friendly and kind staff who welcomed us in immediately and…read moreanswered our questions. Bought a sticker during my visit, but will be back to treat myself to a new book!

Great atmosphere, nice selection of books as well as bookish things like tote bags, bookmarks,…read morestickers, etc. Nice display for Pride month. Kids' section was hopping.

This bookstore balances national best sellers along with books written by local artists. I…read moreappreciated the way they organized the books by genre and incorporated the decor into the flow. Even on a busy weekend, there was enough space to comfortably browse through. The staff behind the counter appeared friendly and knowledgeable about their inventory and the business. We didn't purchase anything, but thoroughly enjoyed browsing through and added several books to our "need to read" lists.

I loved visiting Completely Booked when it was in Murrysville and love it just as much in Irwin…read more The new store has such a homey, cozy vibe and you can expect the same amazing variety of books and gifts geared towards readers of all levels and ages. They always have the most helpful and kind humans working, and their prices are great. Support your local independent book store! We'll be going for story time soon.

Such a cute little shop!! Slightly limited book selection but, truthfully, I prefer shopping for…read morerandom bookish merchandise so this place was perfect! They did seem to have the most popular books for most genres currently! I'll certainly be returning!

This is my favorite store on the planet. Not my favorite…read morecomics store, or my favorite bookstore - my favorite STORE. Best thing to do is go to www.copacetic.biz or even better head over to the store, nestled in a quiet corner of Squirrel Hill across from the police department. Bill (the owner) stocks an unbelievable range of comics, books, DVDs, music, and art in his tiny space. You won't find many contemporary superheros here, but what you will find is all the modern artsy comics you can handle, the Criterion collection of DVDs, weird discount European jazz label imports, Little Lulu, punk rock, Pauline Kael, the Dover collection of classic literature, local zines, a big comfy chair, and most importantly, the proprietor who will find out your tastes and guide you to the material that will best intrigue and interest you. He encourages browsing and reading, and there's usually classic or independent cinema playing on the small TV, or else classic jazz on the stereo. I checked the "$" price rating because nearly everything that Bill sells is discounted from the original price - including both the new stuff and the classics (on which many of which other stores have bagged and marked-up the price). This is extremely rare in comics retailing. Since moving to New York City, the two retail institutions I've missed the most from Pittsburgh are (1) REI, and (2) Copacetic. Go there now!

I don't read comics. But now I wish I did so that I could…read morefeel like I had purpose in being at this store and had a reason to back! This is such a cool place. The guy that worked there was very friendly and I highly recommend that you visit!

Carnegie now has a bookstore, much to my delight and to my wallet's despair…read more Woolly Bear Books and Gifts is an independent bookstore; it opened its doors last Halloween, which means we've been lucky enough to have them in our community for almost a year. Their space is quite cozy, but charming and welcoming. The large front windows help illuminate the front half of the store and make it that much more inviting. If you browse here, you'll find a nice range of titles and genres, although their website says they have a focus on native gardening, environmental education, and children's nonfiction. To date, I have purchased a mixture of fiction and history books here. I also recently picked up some "blind book" / "date with a book" bundles, which were just too cute and enticing to pass up! There are also toys and other gifts stocked here, as hinted by the business name. They sell some Pittsburgh-based art, mugs, and candles; and I've purchased many stickers for myself and for friends alike. They also schedule events regularly - many author events as well as workshops and a book club, according to their social media. I myself recently attended a talk and beer tasting hosted by a local author; and I'm probably going to duck in during the next Crawl when they have "birds at the bookstore." (Real birds, by the way, that's not a metaphor for something!) Not only do I love the store itself, but the owner and staff are also great - very knowledgeable and nice to talk to. I'm so glad they're here in Carnegie, and I hope we continue to do our part to make them feel welcome!

This is a wonderful independent bookstore and gift shop. They have so many wonderful things here,…read moreit's fun to browse. They are big on cookbooks, travel, children's and gardening, just to name a few. The staff is very friendly and the store is well organized. The store is nicely located on Main. So much to see in the store and the prices are reasonable.

Best kids bookstore ever. Selection is expertly curated, inclusive and covers every seasonal…read moreholiday from all cultures and backgrounds, which is great when you're in search of something specific. Owner is so passionate about books, can recommend superbly if you just give her an age or general direction, and the gifts selection is unique high quality and can't be beat. Weekly storytime is creative, themed and typically includes a song dance or activity. Get there early as it fills up quickly. We like going to shop, read and play. There's always a few ongoing activity or craft areas for the kids whenever you visit. I've purchased countless gifts there and they even wrap it for you in unique and beautiful paper! Always a hit. We've taken friends and family there and now they're hooked too. I seriously can't recommend this place enough. It's incredible!

Spark Books is INCREDIBLE. In a year when small businesses are hanging on by a thread, Spark Books…read morehas gone above and beyond and I'm so glad I found them! This is an INDEPENDENT CHILDREN'S BOOKSTORE and while I haven't had the pleasure of visiting in person, they have impressed me incredibly with their guest service. We were looking for an indie bookstore to support when putting together a group gift for a friend's new baby. Spark Books's website has a user-friendly interface that allows you to keep wishlists and search books and prices (even comparison shopping between editions), then seamlessly order them. I was pleasantly surprised by how easy it was to order online with them. What impressed me most was their guest service. I received swift confirmation of the order, an estimated arrival date, and when it came time for contactless delivery, they called me to notify me they were on their way. I had mentioned in the notes of my order that this was for a friend's baby, and they gift-wrapped the order AND hand-wrote a congratulatory note! Small businesses rock, and even in hard times, Spark Books is truly showing their colors as one that cares deeply about the community and their customers. In the COVID era, they continue to keep their website and Facebook up-to-date and take COVID precautions seriously, including masks, in person shopping by appointment, limiting people in the store and online orders with contactless home delivery. If you know little readers, you need to check out Spark Books!

A very unusual bookstore/vintage comics/postcard store. It's only open 2 days a week and it's a…read moretiny space, but there's lots to see and enjoy. They are particularly strong in poetry, but there are other subjects as well. You must admit that Millvalle is becoming a very cool place, and this store is walking distance to Attic Records, among other unique shopping destinations. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff, and some unique items for sale.