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The Bear & Bee is a used and new bookstore in North Adams, Massachusetts. We carry used and new books of all kinds, with particular emphasis on art, health, social justice, queer issues, feminism, environment and nature, science fiction and literary fiction, local history and guides, and great books for kids and young adults.
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January 2026
awesome bookshoppe with an extensive selection of new books and very amazing pricing on used books. love the range of options and the shoppes owner is very knowledgeable about town history and we were inclined to get the local novel, celestials, which felt relevant given the current state of immigration in the states. can’t wait to come back to north adams this town slaps!!
Martin Percival
October 2025
A really good, friendly book store with an excellent selection of new and used books. Highly recommended!
Pamela H
August 2025
Such a great little bookstore, really glad we got a chance to go check it out! We ended up getting a mini book that is reproduction of literature when print was harder to obtain.
Nancy Hill
September 2025
A lovely environment with a broad but also eclectic selection of new and used books. We had a delightful conversation with the owner who made us feel welcome not just in the shop, but in the community. I love this shop and look forward to spending more time and making more discoveries there.
Lydia Idel
October 2025
The Bear and Bee is a fantastic bookshop. I've been in several times and have been able to score some great finds. Also shout out to Eric (one of the owners) who is always super kind and helps me (I have needed some unusual books lately). Can't recommend it enough.
