Brookline Booksmith

Such a wonderful place! They have a great celebration of books, and the others sections are so fun and so cute! I can see the owner really put thoughts in designing the store.

Awesome bookstore in town. U can find plenty books that are new or used with affordable price. Beside, u can find Boston Postcards & merchandise which are so authentic and unique. There is also toilet so u don't need to worry staying if u stay so long.

GREAT bookstore! The bargains section was especially enticing. And the jewelry/gifts/decor was extensive and fun to admire, too. Basement is all used books with plenty of selection and fair prices.

This local bookshop is magical. It has an excellent, extensive collection of books with personal recommendations from staff, unique greeting cards, and an entire separate part of the store that has an array of high quality gifts/tchotchkes. Also an all-around great vibe. I ran out of time, but they have another floor filled with used books too. Caution: Give yourself a few hours to explore because you won’t want to leave!

cutest store! They have such cute things!! I bought a tomato dish towel

I recently relocated to Boston and was on the lookout for a privately-owned bookstore. I'm not a big fan of shopping at the "big-chain" book stores. I also am not huge on reading books from an electronic device. I'm on my computer and phone all day. My eyes prefer a physical paper book. I scoured Yelp and found a spot called Brookline Booksmith. The reviews were solid and I knew I had to check it out! I am glad I did! The size and selection is unmatched. This isn't your ordinary bookstore. While they do have a plethora of books to choose from, they also have a massive selection of other products. They have a massive selection of craft-made sweets, snacks, sauces, craft-sodas and drinks, CBD infused drinks and candy, craft-beverage mixes, cocktail kits, sugar cubes/sticks, cocktail rim salt/sugars, craft chocolate bars + truffles, craft teas, rice crispy treats, craft popcorn, cookies, nuts, and so much more! If you're looking for home-goods, they have you covered! They have a solid selection of glassware, plates, mugs, teapots+cups, bowls, chopsticks, utensils, platters, bar ware, kitchen tools, and more! The quality is top-notch and the items are incredibly unique. I've never seen such an incredible selection! They also have a solid "self-care" section with incense, candles, body care, cosmic crystals, crystal sets, stones and stone sets, crystal candles, chakra stones, meditation stones, healing stones, serenity stones, grounding stones, and other assorted minerals and stones! If you're looking for gorgeous jewelry, they have you covered on that too! They have a huge selection of anklets, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and so much more! Now, onto the books! After all, it is a bookstore! They have a massive selection of books in every genre you can imagine. They also have a solid selection of cookbooks and adult coloring books! They do have a solid selection of book lights for those who like to read at night without disturbing others. I love the adult coloring books and they have the largest selection I've seen anywhere. You can even find the profanity-laced coloring books here! They have a solid selection of quality, high-end colored pencils and such so you don't have to go anywhere else! If you're looking for a new journal, THIS is the place for it. They easily have HUNDREDS of choices in nearly every size, color, and pattern imaginable. They also have a solid selection of accessories for your new journal, like a loop to hold your pen. Honestly, it was overwhelming there were so many choices. You'll see what I mean when you first walk in. It is the biggest selection anywhere! They also have a great selection of calendars in different themes, sizes, and designs. I strongly suggest spending an afternoon taking in everything they have to offer. The amount of stuff is incredible! The book selection is massive. I wish I had more time on my first visit here, I did not realize how large the place was. I will certainly be back on a rainy afternoon to really spend some time shopping and picking out a few good books. I did end up grabbing some craft snacks and sweets and a CBD infused beverage! I look forward to coming back! The only thing that could make this place even better would be a small cafe! However, I understand why they don't have one. There likely wouldn't be the space to accommodate a cafe. Service is friendly and efficient. The line at checkout moves quickly and they do have employees on the floor to help guide you to that perfect book! Prices are very reasonable for the quality products offered. I can't wait to come back!

Fantastic local bookstore. I find myself stopping in here every couple of weeks to browse and purchase some new reads. What’s more important is they are continuing to uphold their institutional values, even amidst some undeserved scrutiny from some in the local community. Keep doing what you guys are doing, yall.

This was my favorite bookstore while I was living in Boston! They have a great selection of both new and used books. There's also a sale section, which is essentially unheard of in most bookstores. The aisles are large enough that you can browse at your own pace without feeling like you're in someone else's way. They also have a variety of gifting items perfect for the holiday season. I went here in December and it was packed! My favorite thing about it, though, is the author events. They have a great many author and writing events across genres and age groups. If you're in the Boston area, I can't recommend this place enough.