My Dead Aunt’s Books — Local services in Hyattsville

This bookstore in Riverdale is the epitome of a well-run used bookstore, and it is the most recent book business in the immediate area to fulfill this role in the past 50 years.

I visited for the first time with my sister who had driven about 30 miles from Virginia to see the various changes in the neighborhood where we lived and grew up as children. This shop stood out as a welcome addition to the community.

Robert Harper, the owner, was a knowledgeable man who told us he had moved to Riverdale from Pennsylvania. There were thousands of books on shelves waiting to be purchased and all were reasonably priced.

To our amazement, we noticed a baby grand piano in the back area, with some comfortable chairs, and apparently it is used on occasions when musical performances, book readings and signings are held. Coffee is available, and there is strong WiFi service.

Robert Harper Books is in old Riverdale across from the historic train station. Don't miss this place. It is a welcome addition to Riverdale. I hope it lasts for...

Delightful used book store with selections for kids through adults. They share the retail space with a few other vendors selling clothes, jewelry, and housewares. My six year old played tea party at a kid-size table & chairs with a tea set on it while my big kid and I shopped for books. They also sell tokens to put in their “mystery egg machine” that’s like a gum-ball machine full of plastic eggs with various tiny & fun items in them. The clerk was super helpful and friendly. Will...

Posted the image of 10th edition and sent me the 3rd edition. Post did not indicate it was the 3rd edition. I googled the isbn number for the 10th edition, and googles algorithm picked up their post. Could you not have posted an accurate image of the book? Grande finale: I paid extra for expedited shipping. Sent it back two weeks ago and they’re claiming they haven’t received it.

*I will happily change this rating if you reimburse me book costs, expedited shipping costs, return...