The Story
Amazing Books and Records is an independent used bookstore and record shop on Forbes Avenue in Squirrel Hill, with a second location in Shadyside. The shop combines two great analog pleasures under one roof: browsing used books and flipping through vinyl records.
The dual focus on books and records creates a browsing experience that appeals to a wide range of customers. Whether you are looking for a first-edition novel or a rare pressing of a classic album, Amazing Books and Records is the kind of shop where you lose track of time in the best possible way.
What Makes It Pittsburgh
Squirrel Hill's Forbes Avenue is one of Pittsburgh's great shopping streets, and Amazing Books and Records adds intellectual and musical depth to the mix. The combination of books and records in a single shop is a natural fit for a neighborhood that values culture and community.