It's the kind of used bookstore you can get lost in. If I were a local, it would be part of my…read moredaily routine. The shelves are thoughtfully labeled, and the place has an energy that feels. You can tell when an owner genuinely loves the books and records they carry. The Bruised Apple is one of those stores. Worth stopping in if you want to get lost for a few hours.

What a lovely bookstore! We came across this hidden gem that has been here for more than 30 years…read more We parked our car right outside and saw the inviting window and warm lights of this cozy bookstore. The instrumental music was playing, the owner was very kind and welcoming. The customers were browsing and it was the most relaxing environment with so many wonderful resources. We will certainly be back! Thank you and Happy New Year!

A wonderful bookstore with such a variety of reading material and adorable mascot- George. I came…read moreacross this bookstore and had the most pleasant conversation with strangers and the owners. They had such a wide array of books, and inreceived so many recommendations from people, it was fantastic. I absolutely loved the vibe and their mascot! I got 3 books for under $50 so it was definitely a bit of a splurge, but I'm quite happy with my choices.

The owner is shockingly rude. I'm a local author and called to introduce myself, hoping to ask if…read morethey would consider selling my books. Before I could even finish my sentence, she cut me off with, "Just email me your information," and hung up. I'm not exaggerating--this was exactly how it happened. That kind of treatment shows zero respect, not only for me as a potential customer, but for another human being.

Hudson Valley Books is a very popular location within Ossining. This bookstore offers educational…read morelessons, live music, book signings, vinyl records, and plenty more. The staff is very friendly and more than willing to assist. During the short time that we visited, I saw a walking tour explaining the history of the bookstore/area and a few people discussing the topic of the day. I enjoyed perusing old editions of Life magazine and enjoyed the plenty of seating that was available. If you're ever in Ossining, don't hesitate to stop into Hudson Valley Books. I'm sure, that you'll find something worth purchasing.

I really appreciated the atmosphere and selection, and the woman running the store was really niceread more

Glad to see Barnes & Noble hanging in there…read more Most locations have the same layout and mostly the same selections, so this one was no different. Store is clean, spacious, and well stocked. If you frequent this business, you already know what's in here from the children's area to the 'cafe' area and all in between. There is a nice Harry Potter area for fans to enjoy and the children's area is stocked well. I didn't have any employee interactions, which was fine as I didn't need assistance as I was just browsing. Prices are what they are. Located in the Cortlandt Town Center, they have their own parking area (though you can walk from any area in the Center), so you don't need to deal with the madness or some of the bad drivers in the main lot. Say what you will about Barnes & Noble - and I've said it myself - the business is not perfect and has its flaws, but it's still nice to have a place where you can hold a book and browse books the way you want to in the world of digital phasing out some physical forms of media (which I'm not a fan of - whether books or movies). Nice location and I'd come back if in the area again.

Service was good and helpful. Selection was good too. It was the first time I was at this Barnes…read moreand Noble. Happy I found it.

We love checking out used bookstores wherever we visit…read more This one looks tiny from the outside but extends far back with an inviting use of the space, effective organization, great prices for books that are in excellent condition (many look almost new). Staff is friendly and helpful. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town.

Don't judge a book by it's cover. From the outside it seems like one small building but it's…read moresurprising how far the building goes once you're inside. I couldn't say the same for their parking lot though, it's not very big. They buy and sell used books and this place has A LOT: books (they also have rare/signed books on the floor and behind the regster), vinyls, and pictures. The front of the store has a more organized setup that label the shelves of what genre and the back of the store is where they keep their clearance items. I liked that they have staff picks descriptions or personal takeaways written on small note cards on the shelves and lots of places to sit around the store, especially in the back. I also noticed a sign on the wall saying you can rent out the clearance room in the back for events which is neat.

Blind Dog Books is a breath of fresh air in the world of online book ordering. The owner is kind,…read moreenthusiastic and incredibly knowledgeable about all of the books, art work, and antique pieces in his store. I could've spent hours in Blind Dog Books, smelling the infamous smell of books, feeling surrounded by history, and conversing with the owner. What a fantastic bookshop.

A very small bookshop in rural Woodbury, CT. Couldn't pass by w/o taking a look, but the Sci-Fi…read moreFantasy section was so minuscule, it only took a minute to see that there was nothing there that interested me. Honestly, I've found selections of used books in church basements. That's my report, "Hidden Gem" it is not.

A real life hidden gem. The most organized used-book store that my boyfriend and I have ever run…read moreinto - Seperated by paperback vs hardcover, alphabetized, fiction, non-fiction, mystery, etc.! The selection was vast and the staff on Thursday evening was extremely knowledgeable and welcoming. We received tons of recommendations for nearby bookshops/restaurants/things to do. Cash and Checks, only! A must 'stop_by' location for the average bookworm. Enjoy!

They employ people that have disabilities to provide them with actual work experience and they have…read morereally nice books for very cheap! A lot of children's books as well. Everyone is so nice there and I love that it double as an amazing cause.

most adorable local book shop. i picked up a few books and also noticed they have fun classes and…read moreevents.

Logos is a cozy, hidden gem for book lovers. They have a fantastic curated selection and a peaceful…read moreatmosphere that makes it easy to spend hours browsing. The staff is incredibly FRIENDLY and knowledgeable, too. Highly recommendedd!!!....

Really good, met a girl, her name was beck and she had blonde hair, we then started talkingread more

Wonderful selection of novels, but the lady at the register never looked me in the eye or even said…read morehello. She acted like I was bothering her by buying books. Dampened a great vibe.

It's an independent book store. It's not huge, but they have a wonderful well curated selection in…read morethe beautiful well lit space they have. The staff is always helpful, and do a beautiful wrapping job if requested for gifts. You'll find tags with staff recs hidden around the store which is fun. The kids section is a bit limited, but the wall of books it's behind is creative and the selection that is there has great classics mixed in with some great newer publications.