“Helpful, friendly, knowledgeable staff, able to talk geek at a high level. Wonderful selection. Came into town for this shop, and didn't leave disappointed. Left with some swag and a Howard collection.”
“Riffraff Books in PVD, is a one-of-a-kind gem that combines a curated selection of books with a hip neon bar atmosphere. Whether you're a bookworm searching for hidden literary gems or some tea and pastry this is for you.Bro their book Selection: is WILD but in a good way. You won't find the lastest book ghost written book by James Patterson or Danielle Steele here. This bookshop is devoted to independent, and alternate presses and even has some zines. You're sure to find something unexpected and delightful to add to your bookshelf. It's always a fun time to walk here and the factory living and working center they're located in is beautiful for the city to revitalize an old mill!!!!!!”
“Books on the Square punches above its weight. Everyone on staff is very kind and their $1 books and used book deals cannot be beat. I also really enjoy their selection of Rhode Island specific trinkets and cards and I always come here when I am shopping for gifts.”
“A really fun bookstore in the heart of Providence. The displays are great, usually the flat lays include a book or two that I am looking for. The coolers for soft drinks/waters are also a nice feature.”
“This was my second time at the Waterfire Art Center for an event. This time I attended Little City Thrifty Vintage event. There were many vendors with beautiful vintage fashion clothing, shoes, decors that you could choose from or just walk around to meet many of the business owners to know more about their shops location if you weren't able to make a purchase at that time. I did a whole walk around.”
“A great place to kill some time, explore a favorite topic or find a new interest. Also, a wonderful place to bring kiddos to develop their love of reading. Plus you get the added bonus of exercise when it's time to try and get time to leave...and have to carry them out kicking and screaming!”
11AM - 6PM
107 Ives St, Providence“An amazing gem! Filled with beautifully presented and thoughtfully curated books (twenty highlighted stories per month), kind staff, as well as journals, local art/products made by RISD grads, tees, puzzles and much more. There's something here for everyone. Unexpectedly, we particularly loved the books in their kids section. Very dog friendly, always a plus. Loved it so much that we will be sure to stop by next time we're down from Boston.”
“It is a great little store when looking to purchase a book as a gift, it doesn't seem to be the fun kind of store where someone could spend hours looking through the stacks.”
9AM - 6PM
244 Thayer St, Providence“Most incredible experience my daughter has ever had. Her goal is to attend Brown, so on vacation we decided to check out the bookstore and grab a souvenir. The staff there was so incredible including one amazing woman who decided to bless it forward. It made the entire vacation. We cannot thank her enough. Hopefully she sees this time know how much it meant. Loyal future Brown kid!”
9AM - 3PM
1150 Douglas Pike STE 2, Smithfield“As a former student who graduated from this University I can say how amazing of an experience I obtained here was. As a Team & Project Management major I quickly achieved a position after graduation as a company's real estate broker”
11:30AM - 6PM
1464 Park Ave, Cranston“It was cool. The tarot card reader was okay, nice lady, and she said a few interesting things. I think the reading was pretty good and mostly entertaining. I bought a few gemstones while I was at the shop. They had a pretty good selection, display items and jewelry too. I recommend supporting the business. Give them a try.”
9AM - 5PM
30 N Main St, Providence“Heaven for artists. Everything you need to buy for your project except creativity. Huge paper section. (I bought some Italian paper/prints of flowers, mushrooms, birds, etc for about $6 each that I plan to frame.) They have a huge selection of journals, too. Michaels is a consumerist joke compared to this store. Honestly, you could spend two hours here, salivating.”
“Sparkling gem in downtown Providence. Small, but chock full of African American history. So much to see and read. Full of classic books and publications, many signed. Ray and Rob both were very welcoming. Profits support their program to teach inner city youth, especially from the Black community, how to swim. A great place to visit. You could stay all day! Hope to visit when I'm in the area again.”
6AM - 2:30PM
Orient Ave, Pawtucket“Have received 2 single book orders from here and both were shipped with unbelievable care, better than purchasing new off the shelf. Appreciate that they value used books as much as myself. I live in Ontario Canada.”
“Can't thank the staff here enough! During my two years of being a student here, I know I can always come hear if I have questions about anything needed for my classes. Michaelle is soo knowledgable she even gives you deets on which classes actually use the books. And Orlando is always at the front, rain or shine, busting through orders, no brakes on this guy. They even price match other US based booksellers!”