The Book Trader

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7 N 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

The Book Trader, established in 1975, is a well-known bookstore located at 7 N 2nd St in Philadelphia, PA. This unique shop specializes in trading books, offering a curated selection that appeals to a wide range of readers.

In addition to individual book trading, The Book Trader provides group discounts and options for bulk purchases, making it a great destination for book clubs and avid readers alike. Their commitment to fostering a community around literature is evident in their diverse inventory and trading policies.

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Renee E.
4/10/2025

Great selection and two floors of everything! You always know when it is a good bookstore when there is a cat roaming around. The owner is a sweet person and any of the volunteers working know...

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Brandon B.
6/29/2025

What an amazing little bookstore. I had a couple authors in mind when I walked in and there was a phenomenal collection of books to peruse. I even found the one I had in mind! I'll take a $5 book...

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Catherine B.
1/20/2025

Physically, it's a lot to take in. I don't think I've ever seen this many books in close quarters. I'd like to echo what another reviewer mentioned; it's a very no-nonsense place but certainly...

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Laura H.
1/29/2025

If your a book lover definitely check this place out. It has two levels, first floor is mostly non-fiction and second is fiction. It gives a nice cozy vibe that you can read in and you're greeted...

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Stephen H.
10/28/2024

One of those places you could easily get lost in if you weren't on a clock. My friend and I were, yet even as we waited at the checkout line we each found a couple titles we wanted and as I...

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