The Bear and Bee

Such an adorable book store in the bustling North Adams. It has an amazing selection of great books. 10/10 recommend. I will definitely be back next time I'm traveling through North Adams.

Has all the best things about small independent book stores: an inviting atmosphere, a knowledgeable and friendly owner, well stocked shelves of interesting options containing both titles you’re looking for and things you’d never expect to come across, and a lovely old dog who shuffles about wagging its tail and asking for pets. Despite the small size of the shop I’d happily spend hours in here, and I’m very much looking forward to my next trip in.

Awesome bookstore find in North Adams! For a relatively smallish store, the selection of topics and new and used books was impressive. Definitely will stop again next time we're in western Mass.!

Love this bookshop! It has a great selection and great prices, great location and staff too. I'll definitely be back.

It’s cool, seems very underrated, Love the set up. They sell used and new books. Downside is the new books can be a bit pricey. Has a decent selection for a decent price. I bought 2 books thereFun little spot

What an amazing, cozy little store with a surprisingly large selection of books with topics for everyone, topics ranging from vintage books about the monuments of Egypt to a riveting new graphic novel/comic on gender and everything else in between!

I went in for a birthday present for my partner today, but only had 15 minutes to spare. Needless to say, I wasn't the most hopeful. But Riley helped me find something with time to spare, and was very knowledgeable and helpful. Thank you so much! Just wanted to let you know, he really seemed to love it, and was actually something he'd already heard about and wanted to read ❤

Amazing selection of books, the prices were reasonable and fair for each book. Definitely buying more books there again!

Absolutely love this bookshop, queer positive and focused they have a great selection of new and used everything. The curated selections are always stellar. The mood of the shop is also just lovely.

Great selection and friendly staff! Highly recommend.

Great new and used bookstore in downtown North Adams. Has fun selection of local guides and books, fiction and nonfiction, and a friendly helpful owner! Looking forward to the events and meets at the bookshop!

What a marvelous little bookstore! The selection of new books is excellent, and mixed in with used treasures. A wonderful place to browse, and super friendly staff.

Super cute store, with good selection fir its size. Love the many pronoun pins, too. Thanks for existing!

Absolutely wonderful bookstore. Owner is extremely helpful and friendly. Would recommend to anyone in the North Adams area!!

Great Little bookstore selling a little of everything from new and used to vintage and specialty books.

Calming atmosphere, enthusiastic owners, wide selection; What else could you want from a small bookstore? This is a paradise for introverts like myself.

incredibly cute, inclusive, and queer-run space. staff are so sweet and helpful. definitely coming back with friends!

The love of books is contagious. This place is the Shakespeare and Company of Western Mass.

cute little place! lots of books. will be back

Lovely people in this place. Also books!