Local Bookstores
Find books about poetry, Harry Potter, cooking, personal finance and more at these Philadelphia bookstores.
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Joseph Fox Book Shop
1724 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA
Sansom Street bookseller holds its own against its behemoth neighbors with a crack staff and collection of literary stalwarts. -
Brentano's
1625 Chestnut St Ste 248, Philadelphia, PA
Member of the Borders bookstore family offers discounts on hardcover books and audio best-sellers. -
Big Jar
55 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
So clean and orderly, you won't believe it's a used bookstore. -
Bookhaven
2202 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA
A quiet, unassuming store where books stretch to the ceiling, over doorjambs, up stairs and through the halls. -
House of Our Own
3920 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA
Stick it to the Man--buy a book at your Own place. -
Molly's Cafe & Bookstore
1010 S Ninth St, Philadelphia, PA
Used bookshop located in the Italian Market serves coffee, fresh-squeezed juice, and snacks. Hosts readings by local poets and authors. -
Whodunit
1931 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Bookshop carries mostly used titles, including out-of-print and first editions. Genres include mystery, detective noir, horror, spy thrillers and more. -
Hibberd's Books
1306 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Used bookstore specializes in art books, and also offers poetry, fiction, history, African American literature, and more. -
Giovanni's Room
345 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA
Independent gay and lesbian bookstore has room for all. -
AIA Bookstore & Design Center
117 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA
Books and gear for the professional and amateur architect alike.
