Can I just tell you how SUPER PSYCHED I am that a) this bookstore is actually still open (when you drive by, it often looks like it's closed) b) it's just down the street from my house c) they have an absolute TON of books Upon first glance, Redbrick (one word) looks like a relic of times past. The red brick industrial building has it's own parking lot, which is a bit of a kamikaze move to get into. Once inside, you're surrounded on all fronts by books upon books upon books. A treasure trove of literature! The books are grouped into general sections: children's, self-help, religion, cookbooks, fiction, classics, romance, etc. The distinctions between these groups aren't as clear as they could be, so this bookstore is more for the patient, the ones who get great joy out of finding a really cool classic or a collection of stories from their childhood. It will take awhile to peruse the whole store, but I guarantee you'll find some winners in there. Most of the books (paperback, hardback) and magazines are from decades past. I saw few "newer" books on the shelves interspersed. Some of the books, particularly the children's books and those by the windows, have had their covers sun-bleached. I, for one, love the classics and enjoy collecting antique books and quite enjoyed myself here. Many of their older books (away from the windows) have aged very well. I purchased two of Hemingway's novels, another smaller antique book, and a fictional hardback from the 70s, with a very "period" cover. We spent the better part of an hour in there, enjoying the opportunity to browse! Check out is toward the front, where a husband and wife team sit and chat, read, or browse the web. Being in business for 34 years (!), you know they really have a true love for literature and I really hope they have no intention of closing down. Their prices are pretty affordable: the four books (2 classics, 1 antique, and 1 retro) came to about $14. And, as a note, they do accept debit cards for purchases over $10. A sign spattered about the store claims that most books are 50% off, unless written otherwise inside the cover. If you're a bibliophile, an avid reader, a book collector, an imaginative mind, you'll absolutely love stepping back in time at Redbrick. I highly recommend this as a "cool" place to spend a little time and a little cash. read more

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1st stop this morning on my "Used bookstore trail in MASS" journey. The SF/Fantasy section was fairly diminutive, only took me a short time to scan everything and realize there was nothing I was interested in purchasing. Didn't see anything else interesting, but as another Yelper stated, the Romance section was pretty extensive. On a side note, they had the music cranked up REALLY loud. Decent tunes, but I still found it a bit annoying. Jumped back in the vehicle and Hit the road again ! read more

Redbrick Books - Springfield, MA - Bookstores Near Me - Springfield, Massachusetts

A nice place to get lost & decompress. Love to browse in hope of finding something of interest. Something to take me out of the present moment. read more

Great place to shop for books! I love buying used and good condition, owners very nice too! Best place around for any book lover!

Was excited to visit the last bookstore in Springfield, but was beyond disappointed. First, no one greeted me when I walked in, even though 4 or 5 people were just hanging out in the office. There are two rooms, but no one bothered to turn the lights on for me even when I went to the back room. The books were all ancient - if you want bestsellers from the '70s or romance novels from the '80s, you might find something. But will you find it? I found Brigit Jones Diary in the biographies. I found a WWII novel in their non-fiction, which, incidentally, had only white historical viewpoints as far as I could tell. If you're a grandparent looking for your favorite childhood book, you might find it, but the copies offered are in really bad shape. In fact, the whole store is grimy in a hoarder's kind of way. I soooo wanted to love this store, but no way will I return. read more

This was a really good bookstore. Great prices, as in, cheap prices. I would have loved a philosophy section and/or an African American section. read more

Not your typical coffee type book shop, but it has a treasure trove of goodies that you might not find in a major retail store. Great little pit stop if you enjoy reading. Great Prices too read more

Recently went in and the selection is great, the service is better, I will be back soon as it reminds me of Johnsons Bookstore with better prices. read more

I love this store. The lady who is always at the desk is so friendly. I have found books there that are sold out online. Its an adventure in its own finding books. Once you get the layout discovered its a good chance you will find the book your looking for. read more

Great little used book shop in an area that is lacking such places (go about 40 minutes north and you are immersed in them). Good selection and REALLY a treat for fiction readers! Funny enough - the last time I was there I found some books that I used to own (which had been given to a friend of my mother's, then to her daughter and then donated somewhere else). I know they were mine due to distinctive markings and a series that was missing one particular book and the cover of another. It was really cool when I put two and two together! I can't wait to return! read more