Reviews of Symposium Books. (Book Store) in Providence (Rhode Island).

Symposium Books

174 Reviews

89 Comments

Book store

Book store

240 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903, United States

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Information of Symposium Books, Book store in Providence (Rhode Island)

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Symposium Books

Lana Cricked

I love this place, whenever I go, I always try to buy a book. Their displays have a wide range of book variety. I talked to the owners once and they were delightful people. I recently went on a day the owners weren't there and my experience with the staff wasn't ideal, I was looking for a particular book, they told me it should be there, then they couldn't find and told me to look in the front display while they went to sit down by their computer. There was no line so I didn't understand why they wouldn't come help me.Anyway, it wasn't by the front so I bought that book online instead.

Katherine Westerman

Amazing and calm atmosphere. The selection of books is interesting and it was wonderful to just walk around and dig through the stacks. The woman at the front (I don't remember her name right now) was super kind and professional. I got three books and it was absolutely delightful. Will be back.

Autumn HallowEve

Went out of my first this cute bookshop and was not disappointed. They have a great selection of fiction, a table of new releases, delicious British snacks, and the staff will help you with any book question you have.

Dee Kelly

Don’t know what the hype was about. It’s pretty inside but the staff was average and didn’t seem all that interested in greeting me or chatting about books. I also didn’t find the displays to be particularly stimulating

Aaron Robitaille

The inside of the store has a beautiful cozy and modern cottage core style to it. The inside is breathable and open and the high ceilings give the room the nice atmosphere. The workers are nice and so are the people who shop there.

Miriam Ross

Fantastic selection, lots of new works and handwritten staff picks. I loved it here.

Jon

I love this place. Their record selection is damn near as good as their book selection. Definitely worth checking out and supporting.

Dianne Bertrand

I stopped by a month or two ago. Very sweet young lady at the counter and large selection of books.

Joe Yatsky

Phenomenal little local bookstore. What they lack in selection they make up for in excellent diversity and quality

Michael McGuigan

Great place to pick up hard to find books. They say they sell used books but most of their inventory seems to be new stuff. Prices are reasonable and staff are super helpful. They will also order copies if they don't have one.

Aaron Bouchard

Wonderful staff and atmosphere. Large selection of books including used and new. With amazing prices to match.

Michael Klemchuk

Really excellent bookstore with a large selection of new, used, and bargain books They also carry records, graphic novels, journals, and usually have a selection of candy or crisps from the UK. The owners are very accommodating and kind. You should definitely pop in and say hi, you'll be sure to leave with something wonderful. Make sure you ask about their frequent buyers program.

Bekeri

Awesome place, a huge collection of historical accurate x telling, inspirational and memorizing reads. A diverse set of sitting arrangements where u cab sit x read. Definitely coming back again.

Katelen Walsh

Love this place!!! Reasonable prices on new and used books. Great selection of popular books, classics, art, political science, and so much more. Staff is always helpful. I would buy books only; they are selective with which books they will buy from you for their buy/sell. Also offer records and a great selection of appropriately weird Providence material.

Pkhun9

Best book store in town!

Arthur Augustyn

Interesting book store that stocks books you wouldn't find in a Barnes and Noble. Apparently they focus on reliable Publishers so you can embrace the randomness and pick up something random and see if it's good. They also have a good collector's corners with first editions and such.

Phoebe Burton

An amazing place, they have a wonderful variety of books, both new and used. I have found many great buys here, and the staff are always great. I would love a bit more of a selection of notebooks and such.

Josh Berger

Right in the best part of Providence. There is a fantastic selection of books and records. The employees are so nice. When we were there, there was a DJ spinning records which was cool and the music was great but didn't seem like a great environment to preview your books, but that's whatever. Will be going back next time we're in Providence!

Thomas C. Jackson

Outstanding local bookstore and center of community.

Ian Dore

Really nice place to check out and find a new read. They offer a variety of different authors and genres, and feature both new releases as well as all time classics. On the downside it is kind of small, so they might not have every book you're looking for. Still a very nice place to buy a book, in a very nice part of the city.

Eliza R

Love the selection of new and secondhand books. I always find interesting things and love the overall energy of the store.

josh williams

Jon is super nice and easy to talk when yr overwhelmed with book-brain. Highly recommend the inventory inside, however, don't pass-up the gems out on the street! Go support a beautiful bookstore on an amazingly gorgeous street.

Peter Maranci

A fair selection of used books, but not much fantasy, science fiction, or graphic novels. A decent selection of children's books. The prices are on the high side. Good air conditioning and plenty of chairs to relax in.

Nathan Stuckey

Nice little bookstore in a walkable section of Providence. Found a couple nice early editions in plastic sleeves and they have a few good art prints too. Nothing too expensive. Definitely worth a look if you're exploring Providence.

Michael Downs

Small cramped and smells musty. All the great markings of an old book store. Lots of unique finds and souvenir items. Helpful staff. Great place to stop and visit if your in for a show. Just blocks form PPAC and The Dunkin Donuts Center.

Sarah Richards

Love love love it here! Awesome store for browsing, huge selection of books for its size, and the atmosphere is great. Didn't leave empty handed - definitely a gem that I'll be visiting again!

Cheryl Bishkoff

LOVE having a real bookstore to browse in

Robert Aubin

This store is great. Has a lot of great reads for all ages.

Simon Sarris

The best book store in Providence. Big selection of interesting books. Lots of NY review of books titles too. Compared to other used book stores, there's a large art book selection.

Bean Spills

One of the cutest small bookstores around! I can't wait to come back!

Rev

Forget Borders. Spend your money local. If they don't have it, they'll get it. Staff is friendly and attentive.

Emily M

Always a great experience. They have a great selection. They are very kind! If you need something ordered they are happy to help. They also have records.

NyChelle A. LaConta'

An eclectic experience. From listening to albums from the 60's to just browsing the unique collection of books we wish we had more time to browse.

Marc

Great little shop on a great little street. Friendly and helpful staff. Nice selection and they have records too.

Robert Beliveau

Great place I order a lot of books here. Great service they even deliver!!

Seth Milman

Great I die bookstore with new, used, discount, and colector books. Also lots of local color.

Mitchell Akawie

Lovely selection of books of all kinds. I especially appreciated the vintage books and books on design.

Kjkjkj jm

Great books selection and got chairs in store for siting

Andrew Stobie

Really great prices cool vibe eclectic tastes of books and music at deep discount some real gems in the 5 dollar bins.

William Montgomery

Lovely little book store in the heart of downtown Providence. Support your local businesses.

Bardiya Akhbari

Great bookstore at good location. The books are pricey though, and there isn't a big "used book" isle.

Jacob Rosenfeld

Great selection, and nice to have a physical bookstore to go to.

Patricia Mullins

Nice collection of books. New n used from what I could tell. In downtown or downcity arts (?) District. Light bright shop.

John McIntyre

Great selection of books. We need more local book shops like this.

Elleh James

Excellent selection. Knowledgeable staff, and they even had some great jazz records.

Quincy Jones

The owners are great and very available and engaging, great book selection, even better conversation

Corey krajewski

Very cool little bookshop, unique selection and a warm atmosphere

Steve Daws

Great local bookstore. Loved the collection of rare, antique books.

Yi Fang Shen

Wonderful bookshop with a great selection

Stephen Jones

I think they have all of the books good place to find decently priced books

Padraic K

Great variety of books and delicious chocolates

Vuong Nguyen (Val)

Friendly and helpful staff. Great prices. They also have records too!

Daniel Lugo

They have it all and you can also order books through them!!!

Jacob Rodgers

Great selection and prices. Independent bookseller at its best

Sarah Hackworth

Great, knowledgeable staff that genuinely love their jobs and are nothing short of kind and welcoming

Benita Williams

Love the selection of used books at great prices!

Mitchell

Wonderful, cozy bookstore with offerings that encourage you to venture outside your comfort zone.

Jason

Cute bookstore with a welcoming atmosphere and decent selection.

Chad Tower

Great unique book store. Academic oriented.

Alyssa Francis

Cool little book shop with a good selection.

Sagara Ann Johny

An amazing bookstore, with amazing staff and a great place to just sit and read

J-Rocks!

Funky book shop that also sells vinyl records.

L P

Eclectic selection of books - many 2nd hand books in very good condition at discounted prices

Matt Slaughter-Katz (ledfox)

Neat little book store. Some real finds there!

Sinclair Chen

Came after closing time and they still let me shop. Would go again.

Nova Raine

They used to have more variety.

Adam Drici

You always find just what you didn't know you were looking for at Symposium.

blime 02

Awesome vinyl selection, great finds for cheap

Chris Yothment

Cure, small bookshop in downtown Providence. Packs a lot into a relatively small space.

Carolina C

Great design-centric indy bookstore.

Wendy

The owners are fantastic people Great selection and conversation.

Tyler Alexander

Great selection, price, and the staff are amazing.

Taylor Smith

Cute book store with a nice selection

Derek Cummings

Nice vinyl selection!

Elizabeth Ellen

Adorable! Bright, clean, with knowledgeable staff.

basma samira

Eclectic books for children and adults.

Gabrielle Serra

I could spend hours here

Lori Matyja

Great bookstore!!!

John Chiafalo

Lovely Main Street Shop

Sweven Unique

Amazing owner!

Tom O'Connor

Really cool vibe

Marisa Lopez

Blas Sanchez

(Translation) Nice place. (Original) Lugar agradable.

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