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Book Tree

Local hole-in-the-wall shop in Montclair Village, densely packed with well-curated books and just disorganized enough to be charming. The owner is friendly and knowledgeable, and the offerings range from classics to recent bestsellers, as well as some quality guides to the local area.

Address: 6121 La Salle Avenue
Hours: Tue–Sat 10AM-6PM, Sun 10AM–1PM
Website: book-tree.com (opens in a new tab)

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