Melville Books

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2827 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Melville Books is a member of the Cascade Booksellers Association, specializing in used and rare books, maps, prints, and ephemera from various bookstores and dealers across Oregon and Washington. The store is committed to promoting the literary community through events such as the annual Rose City Book and Paper Fair.

Additionally, Melville Books supports local initiatives, including the CBA Benevolent Fund Auction, which has been held annually since 2020. The store emphasizes ethical practices and collaboration among its member bookstores to enrich the reading experience in the region.

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5.08 reviews
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Fiona K.
3/23/2024

Wandered in here by chance and might have discovered my new favorite bookstore! It's small/cute but well stocked with great titles and is great for when you're in the mood to slowly look through...

Chris F.
2/5/2025

Melville is one of Portland's superb small, independent bookshops. Specializing in literature and politics/history, it's definitely an impressive shop! Staff is knowledgeable and helpful. All in...

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Elissa S.
4/10/2022

We absolutely love this little shop! This "smallest bookstore in Portland" has an amazing selection of new and used books at great prices. It's located behind a beautiful Alberta cottage with $5...

Clay L.
10/20/2023

Wonderful used bookstore. Lovely location. Bring your books here to sell and not Powells. Hey, I love Powells, but these guys give you a better deal for your used books.

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Camille M.
2/7/2023

Very fun experience at this tiny used bookstore! It's the place to go when you just want to roll the dice, browse and see what the fates of reading have to offer that day. I found some neat art...

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