Do you pine for a real bookstore - the rare commodity of a local shop, with knowledgeable staff who…read morecan guide you to just the right literary find? Misty Valley - AKA - Phoenix Books is great. We always stop by when in area. The shop has a great selection of Vermonty guides and history mixed with current and classic books on a wide variety of topics. I always find something new. Would be remiss to leave out their greeting card selection. I stock up on special cards to be sent months down the road.

This place was great, I really appreciated how friendly the store owner was. There is a cozy feel…read morehere that makes me just want to spend the day. I really enjoyed the selection but wasn't sure that it was the best selection possible. The kids section in the back was very extensive and well layed out i loved it. I could stay here all day and just hang out.

Eclectic selection, (or, is that selectic ecletion?)- just kidding..All sorts of literary…read moretreasures-I love the smell of old books! Harry Saul, the proprietor of Pleasant Street Books is a font of knowledge, very qualified to help you and just a heck of a nice guy. He is also a fine Jazz pianist and augments the book shop experience with regular concerts! A cool stop on your happy journey- Happy Trails, Woody C. RI

One of the best used bookstores in New England. I popped in last week and was overwhelmed with the…read morequality of the books, fair prices, as well as the owner's knowledge. Both friendly and highly intelligent, Sonny (proprietor) was welcoming from the moment I walked in and answered any questions I had. There are not many bookshops like Pleasant Street Books left in New England. If you love books and /or the spirit of supporting a local business, stop in the store if you are the area. For bibliophiles, Pleasant Street Books is a must see.

A classic local independent bookstore with deep roots in the Keene community. Great service with a…read morewonderful selection of books, including a used section.

Good bookshop. They can order what they don't have. Nice used selection. The internal cafe is…read moreaverage and has shorter hours than the bookstore itself.

I purchased a book listed 'like new' on ABE and paid for expedited shipping. The book arrived with…read morespotted page tops and soiled edges. It was shipped Media Mail not Priority. No communication from the bookshop to inquiries. I now see why they have a 2-star rating from ABE.

a terrific find, Messy, WAY too many used books, just the place to kill a couple of hours looking…read morefor the next stack of used books So many used books there is no longer any place to sit down. I like it

Such a nice small bookstore! We found really good books for really good price and the atmosphere of…read moreit it's so warm! Loved this

A quaint shop with friendly staff, great selection, and memorable knickknacks for tourists!read more

Did they close permanently? I've gone (recently) multiple times during it's said open hours and…read morethey aren't open. Plus I just tried to call and the call abruptly ends.

I recently visited Hannah's Books at the new location and was so impressed. The store is clean,…read moreorganized and has a great selection! The pricing is just right, since I don't like to pay more than $3-4 for used books, and almost all of the books are in great shape! The staff is very friendly, and the store is locally-owned. I will definitely be back!

Somehow I missed this dual bookstore (Antidote Books) and coffee shop (Duchess Coffee) in my…read moreprevious travels through VT, but not this fall! Adorable, cozy, and filled with a highly curated selection of books. The focus appears to be on poetry, but there's also other selections to choose from as well. On the coffee side of the house they roast their own micro lots of beans! You couldn't pick a more dreamy environment to browse for books. Go for the cortado with oatmilk!

Antidote is my favorite local book shop, with a cool and eclectic mix of new and used books. Their…read morebeautifully curated offering has exposed me to authors and poets that I may otherwise not have heard of. They host poetry readings, serve espresso and coffee, sell cards and jewelry from local artists and the owners are extremely passionate. They're always down to have a great discussion! The atmosphere and location are both quintessential Vermont and the energy from Antidote is both relaxing and invigorating. If they don't have what you're looking for, you can order it from them, allowing you to quickly get what you need and still support a local small business instead for ordering from a big-box store/site.

Ever wish things were how they used to be in the Good Ol' Days? You won't have to at this great…read morelittle bookshop. I have been filling holes in my personal antiquarian history book library with excellent bargains from Sylvia (and son) for many years; both at the shop near Central Square, and at the NHABA Book Fair in Concord. There are some great booksellers out there, so please don't get me wrong, but it's very hard to beat Eagle Books for consistency. Looking for a great way to kill a rainy day? It's well worth the drive to Eagle Books. They're just off the square. Tell Sylvia that Scott sent you.

Shameful confessions, I don't read anymore . . . I used to be an avid reader up until college, but…read moreI couldn't tell you the last time I read for pleasure. However, I have a son who LOVES being read to, so I've been trying to make a point of buying him books, particularly from independent bookstores, since they're becoming scarcer and scarer every year. We stopped by Everyone's Books and it's what you would expect out of an independent bookstore. It felt a tad cluttered, yet very welcoming and cozy at the same time, if that even makes sense! The books seemed very diverse, inclusive, and topical - considering current events. I almost picked out a book or two for myself, but then I was like, "hahaha, don't even kid yourself!" There were some "sale" books out on tables in the middle of the store, but as you can expect, you are paying list price for most of these books - which we should be happy to do if we want to hang onto the very few bookstores we have left! After perusing the children's book section for a little bit, I picked out two social justice/awareness books for my kiddo. The register clerk lady was pleasant and quick and we were well on our way. However, like 5 minutes later, I returned back into the store after unsuccessfully hunting down a public restroom, and the sweet register lady said she forgot to give me the store's free bookmark, so it was serendipitous that I showed back up.

A great book store with a great selection of books especially if you are into social sciences…read more I came up to visit this book store and walked away with a great book that will help my father with his Sociology research. The layout is good and the employees friendly and courteous