What’s the best way to navigate the thousands and thousands of new books in this bibliophile’s paradise? Rely on the staff, which offers tips on hot titles and also runs a program to give local authors a shot at getting their self-published works on the shelves. And get your caffeine buzz on at the on-site cafe before checking out the stacked events calendar, including author readings, Poets & Pints get-togethers at Aeronaut and monthly Be the Change gatherings that address everything from immigration to parenting and LGBTQ issues.
Porter Square Books
25 White St, Cambridge • (617) 491-2220
https://portersquarebooks.com
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Founded 50-plus years ago with the slogan “Dedicated to the fine art of browsing,” this local favorite sees a daily stream of visitors...
- 279 Harvard St., Brookline
- (617) 566-6660
- brooklinebooksmith.com
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2016 Winner: Brookline Booksmith
The book clubs, small-press titles and award-winning kids section tell only part of the story at Coolidge Corner’s indie mainstay...
- 279 Harvard St., Brookline
- (617) 566-6660
- brooklinebooksmith.com
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2017 Winner: Brookline Booksmith
This Coolidge Corner mainstay has been “dedicated to the fine art of browsing” for more than half a century...
- 279 Harvard St., Brookline
- (617) 566-6660
- brooklinebooksmith.com
