Those of us who absolutely love books likely have a favorite bookstore in Rhode Island, that one place where we can, if given the chance, spend all day, exploring and thumbing through books. This darling shop has been around for decades, winning over literature lovers with its huge collection of used and rare books. It might just become your new favorite Rhode Island book shop, too.

With a collection of more than 70,000 books, Cellar Stories Bookstore in Providence is a book lover’s paradise.

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Billing itself as “the largest used and rare bookstore in the smallest state,” the charming book shop has been a Providence favorite for more than three decades.

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Whether you stop by with a list of books for which you’re looking or you’re just browsing, you’re sure to leave with a bunch of new reads.

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One stop at Cellar Stories simply isn’t enough, and you’ll discover that pretty quickly. After all, new titles are added frequently, so you’ll always have new gems to uncover.

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Book lovers heap praise on this iconic book shop, with some even calling it their happy place and one place in which they could spend all day.

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Explore the rows and rows of books that cover every genre imaginable - from African American History to Women’s Studies.

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If you can’t find what you’re looking for, ask a staff member. The helpfulness and friendliness of staff also earns props from book lovers.

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View days, hours, and more information on the official website of Cellar Stories Bookstore. Or, stop by its Facebook page.

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What’s your favorite Rhode Island bookstore? Let us know in the comments! If you’re a book lover, head over to Barrington Books, a huge discount book shop in Rhode Island.

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Address: Cellar Stories Book Store, 111 Mathewson St, Providence, RI 02903, USA