Prospero's Books

This is such a cool bookstore. They offer 3 levels of new and used books. The bookstore is housed in a lovely old building with creaky wood floors. It reminded me of my grandparents old farmhouse. And it just smells of books. Like a library. There's so much to look at. It's a great store for browsing. The service was friendly. I wasn't really looking for anything when I went, just browsing but the selection was vast and the prices seemed fair. I'll definitely revisit this shop and recommend that you check it out.

I simply love books. The only time I don't love books is when I have to box them up and move, but other than that, I love books. Even when I got in trouble as a kid, being 'sent to my room' just meant that I got to spend time with books.Prospero's is like going into a library that collided with a basement full of literature. Any one of the three floors has a zillion treasures to find on the shelves. Fiction, nonfiction, reference material, children's books, you can find anything for anybody in this space. The space was meant to hold books. Even the sliding wooden ladder that allows access to the top bookshelves screams vintage bookstore. If you're in the basement, then mind your head if you're tall like me, and then find one of the many recesses in which to hide and curl up with any number of books that you found.Parking can be tricky because it's 39th St., but you should expect that because we are not in the suburbs. Pricing is fine for used books and if you're looking for a highly organized inventory, then find your way to a chain. This is a BOOKstore , and you are paying reduced rates for great pieces that you just can't do without.

What a cool bookstore! I loved the unique style and artistic flare everywhere and in nooks and crannies. Cool decor and a ton of books with good selections and variety of topics. The prices are pretty good on the paper backs and maybe a bit higher than I would expect with the hardbacks for used books but still affordable enough. The service was fine and we were able to check out immediately. We will definitely go back to peruse the many options when we have more time.

WOW was I blown away by this place. A burgeoning reader (late bloomer), I find myself particularly drawn to bookstores and libraries these days. I find a sense of peace there, surrounded by knowledge and entertainment and others seeking it out in their private way. This place is near where I work so I notice it often and, after dining nearby, I had to stop in. After browsing around, it's hard for me to imagine anything they don't have. The main level is impressive enough, but they have a lower level that just keeps going and going. Filled with books new and old, DVDs, CDs, and I think I even saw a few vinyl records, I'm confident you'll find something you like here. The staff is incredibly nice as well. Thanks Prospero!

Great find! A book store with a lot of flavors.Totally recommend it and I will be buying more books during my next visit."A good bookshop is not just about selling books from shelves, but reaching out into the world and making a difference." ~David Almond

They have a great selection of all kinds of books, including a lot of wonderful titles off the beaten path for reasonable prices. It's also the best place to sell used books that I've found in the city-- Half Price Books doesn't come close, and that's where I've been going for years to clear out old reads. The staff is also super friendly and always happy to have a chat or give you recommendations. It's a community gathering place as well, as Prospero's hosts live music, readings, and other events.

This bookstore is SO COOL !!! Parking was a bit of a headache, but once we got in I was blown away !! There is so much character to this little bookstore, it has three floors covered in books, and all different vibes. Top floor even has a psychic, which is super quirky and cool~ the bottom floor is where it's at though, there are lots of wooden bookshelves COVERED in writing and notes and messages! It was so charming to see so many memories that were made though (and kind of hilarious some of the.. derogatory messages left too hahaha maybe don't let your kids read too close). I really love the writing about Linns lunch spot Such a lovely place, I wish I lived closer by so I could regularly visit and take in more of the character

I was looking for books by a special author for a gift for my grandson. After checking both new and used bookstores I called and asked if Prospero's had any of the authors books and they did! I drove down that evening and they had 3 different novels set aside for me. On top was one I had hoped to find for at least three years. Needless to say I was very happy. I browsed around and selected several additional books. This is normal for a trip to Prospero's. The owners and clerks are friendly and knowledgeable about literature. It's a trek there from our home in the suburbs but always worth the trip.

This is a super cool bookstore in what looks to be an old house! They have a rolling ladder and some really neat creaky old steps to get to the attic/top floor!

Nice independent bookstore. Most memorable thing for me was that the paperbacks in the basement were in really good condition, i'm used to used bookstores where the books are falling apart but these were in good shape. No idea how things are priced, i would have bought more stuff if i had known. Everything in the computer book section needs to be pitched, it was all out of date.