Big Blue Marble Bookstore
Coffee · Philadelphia, PA
About
Big Blue Marble Bookstore is open Tue-Sat 11am-5:30pm and Sun 11am-4pm, making it an easy stop for a weekend afternoon. This cozy indie bookstore in Mt. Airy Village has a surprisingly large LGBTQ+ section and a strong children's section, plus gifts like unique cards and natural toys.
It's woman-led and focuses on diverse books for diverse readers. Grab a coffee and head upstairs to read on a couch while the outside world moves on. If you're exploring Philly, continue to Reading Terminal Market for food after browsing.
Features
- ✓Woman-led since 2005
- ✓Upstairs reading nook with couches
- ✓Sells unique cards and natural toys
Cuisine
Good for
Practical
Frequently Asked Questions
What products does Big Blue Marble sell? +
They sell books across many genres, especially literary fiction, LGBTQ+ books for all ages, African-American studies, and feminist sci-fi/fantasy. They also have sidelines like unique cards, journals, natural toys, and kids' gifts.
Is the bookstore family-friendly? +
Yes, it's family-friendly with a large children's section and diverse books for young readers.
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