Bear Pond Books

"This place is a gem. I haven't been in a retail book store for the better part of a decade, and when I wanted to purchase a set of fantasy novels I decided to buy local. The store is lively and full of energy. The passion for reading is on full display the moment you walk in. The staff are helpful and kind, and the selection is not dissimilar to a good record store, with popular, local, and niche titles to satisfy your cravings. The specific box set I wanted was not in stock, but they were able to quickly order them in and the price was very good. Book stores are becoming less common, but this one ticks all the boxes and I plan to return often for all of my literary needs."

"We love BPB. Every book shop is different, and what makes Bear Pond stand out is their great selection of both new and used books carefully organized by genre. I always manage to find something I've never even heard of in the non-fiction section, and the deals on remaindered items are also brilliant and very helpful if you're shopping for gifts. It's also amazing to see how they came back after the July '23 storms with the same charm as before."

"You know the moment you enter this bookstore that it’s the “real thing”. Only book lovers work here, and they’ll help you find the read you’re looking for, or a gift for your niece. If it’s not on their shelves, they’re happy to order. The children’s section will have just the right thing. Outside are the sale books."

"Fantastic book store! Love the way everything is laid out, and their selection is top notch. I don’t even have kids, but the upstairs children’s area was fun to browse with my friend that DOES have kids lol. I live in Florida where books celebrating and educating on diversity are banned. So it was very nice to see them thriving in this store! Loved seeing so many parents buying these diverse books with their kiddos."

"This locally-owned downtown bookstore is a cornerstone of the Montpelier community. A great selection of the gardening /homesteading books I'm most likely to purchase personally. I also like to stop in here for journals and wall calendars. Welcome back, Bear Pond, after the July 2023 flood! A big community happiness was shared by all."