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Bookshops in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia holds 38 bookshops in this directory, among them 50 Watts Books and A Novel Idea on Passyunk. A paperback picked up at one of them works as a teacher gift a child can hand over without worrying about counter space or classroom rules.

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Book Corner

Its Google listing describes it as “Store for general interest used books”. Independent bookshops sell books, cards, and often gift cards or staff picks — a reliable teacher gift; many wrap or add a note on request.

311 N 20th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Checked Sep 14, 2026
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