You have to walk Philadelphia when you're in Philadelphia, that's how we ran into this comic shop…read more It was complete happenstance and I'm so happy it was. Brave New Worlds' service was amazing, everyone was so kind and knowledgeable about the comics they carried. BNW also have a few action figures and large scale models for purchase. Pricing pretty comparable to most comic shops.

Cute store! Didn't know it was here…read more There are a lot of comic books, collectible figurines, board games in the back and other neat comic related items. We found a section where they bunch 20 comic books into a mystery pack, just $10!

What a fabulous spot! So many good finds from "retro" dvds and vinyls to current reads. This shop…read morehas what you need. I LOVE that they have an "adults only" section that is an array of videos and books. Made me feel human. Beautiful! Definitely check it out!

What a lovely little shop. Great selection of books and gifts etc. Great quotes throughout. As soon…read moreas you walk in you get a sense of history of the area and the staff are very knowledgable. Love that it's named after a James Baldwin book. We need more down to earth bookstores like this one. Can't wait to visit again.

Huge used bookstore! They have no database so you definitely need to spend some time in there and…read morelook around.

Incredible used book shop in QV, I am really glad I made some time to stop in here. I picked up a…read morecopy of "The Dog Lover's Companion to Philadelphia" and if my budget was unlimited, would have gone absolutely crazy. I also grabbed some interesting vintage-y postcards that they have up by the register, and look forward to sending those out to friends and family. The store seems to never end, twisting through room after room and also an upstairs section. The labelling system is the perfect mix of chaos and clarity, which I know doesn't really make sense. I didn't leave enough time to properly look through every section, but I can guarantee that you will find something to pique your interest if that's what you come in for. A great way to spend 30 minutes if you're exploring the neighborhood or in need of some additions to your bookshelf!

A very unique store, with unexpected & enjoyable surprise finds- i.e not your average book store-…read morethis is a bookstore for a deep book lover. The stock doesn't seem to rotate, promote the new and mass market, but is more for the deep cuts, the obscure, and the 'I've always wanted this' or the 'new discoveries'. Prices are higher, yes, but look at the style and know what you are supporting & it makes sense.

This is one of my favorite bookstores in Philly. The selection here is choice. The store is not one…read moreof the huge dump of books stores. It is organized well and the recommended or featured books are often a win!

We liked stopping by this bookstore. Wooden Shoe Books had an array of books on race, social…read morejustice, and so much more. Their prices are a bit higher than you'd expect online or at a chain bookstore, but I find that very justifiable as all of their profits go towards running the shop and other social justice missions. The volunteers at the store were great as well and were happy to answer questions or direct us to where certain books were.

First, to address the person claiming "they are all racist here"…read more This is an ANARCHIST BOOK STORE. They have books on critical race theory, yes. They also have books on queer studies, feminist literature, Muslim education... the list goes on and on. Do you understand what anarchy is? At any rate I seriously doubt the black and brown employees who have or do currently work or volunteer at Wooden Shoe would appreciate being called racist, so why don't you, you know, fuck off and shop somewhere else? That being said. Wooden Shoe is an exceptional resource for books on any number of topics. They tend to skew toward literature on social justice issues that run the gamut, so you're not going to find the latest pop culture biography or new fiction. Books are full price, so expect to pay $35 for a new hardcover, but they also have a ton of $1-5 second hand books, plus a really cool section of free and cheap zines and small print publications. I've been shopping here for it seems like a decade, and as a queer, gender non-conforming biracial person, the idea that they are racist is comical bordering on fully ignorant.

I loved my visit to The Book Trader. My brother is local to the area and suggested we pop by this…read morebookshop for a visit because they have a shop cat! I met him immediately upon entering the store, as he was sitting right near the door. His name is Dr. Pickles and he is just as lovely as the shop he calls home. The shop itself is well organized and has so many niche categories to browse and appreciate. As the shop's name suggests, they have ample signage outlining the rules and guidelines for trading with them. As a bonus, the shop (and Dr. Pickles!) are active on Instagram sharing the latest that's up with the shop. I am absolutely planning on returning to this shop during my next trip to Philadelphia.

The Book Trader is one of my favorite bookstores in Philly[1]. It's well-lit and has quite a stock…read moreof books, mostly used, but some new. They've also got records, old postcards, and I think I spotted a tote. To me, it felt *generally* organized inside, but YMMV, right? Bring your old books in to trade - read their policies on their site: https://www.phillybooktrader.com/menu - and while you're there, search for deals. The more books you buy, the more you'll save. Find them in Old City, convenient to the 2nd Street SEPTA subway stop. [1] There's a shop cat here! The famous Dr. Pickles is usually taking a catnap, so respect their space. Meow.

Garland of Letters is a quiet store filled with treasures! From tarot card decks, crystals and a…read morewide variety of witchy to wellness books, there's certainly something for everyone here. The staff is attentive and friendly, but not overbearing. Happy to help when you need it, but otherwise allows you to shop solo. Prices of books are standard ranging from 10-30 dollars, crystal prices are a few bucks per piece, but cheaper if you buy more. Overall a great store with great folks!

Such a freaking cool store. Holy crap. It made me feel instantly calm entering the store. The staff…read morewas so sweet and incredibly helpful. The selection was phenomenal. So many crystals, incense, books, figures, and more, it was insane. Some of the things were really pricy but it was high quality things. Definitely worth stopping by

The most beautiful unique antique decor! Discovered this Vintage shop a few weekends ago and have…read morebeen back about 5x since! Jim & his wife own the store and add new items every week. They have everything - art, records, antique mirrors, glassware, cards, candles, soaps, vintage magazines, purses, etc. Also, the prices are super reasonable! I got a set of 4 antique Coca-Cola glasses (picture attached) for $20.

The cutest little store! I stopped in here the other day with a friend just to browse and ended up…read moremaking a small purchase. The shelves and walls are covered with cools finds and they have everything from old comic books to birdcages here. They also have some newer items like greeting cards, magnets, and soaps. The man behind the counter (owner, I'm assuming) was very friendly and easy to talk with. I do hope this place will be able to stay afloat since I know there's not much foot traffic down this way!