Say hi!
Midsummer Books is here to be the community bookstore for kids and their parents. if there is something you'd like to ask, have an idea for something you'd like to see or just want to get in touch, we'd love to hear from you!
Phone
540-746-8793
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Visit Us
We are excited to call Our Mutual Friend our home in Fishtown, Philadelphia.
Our Mutual Friend is a collective for book lovers, families, and community. We share our space with Gus & Ruby Resale and Fingerprint Books (a curated selection of Fiction and Non-Fiction for readers over 18).
Open hours:
Thursday 1-6
Friday 10-6
Saturday 11-6
Sunday 11-5
1219 Frankford Ave
Fishtown | Philadelphia, PA 19125
FAQs
What is Midsummer Books?
Midsummer Books is a children’s and YA bookstore in Fishtown, Philadelphia. We specialize in curated titles for ages 0–18 along with book clubs, writing workshops, and creative community programming.
Where is Midsummer Books located?
Midsummer Books is located in Our Mutual Friend, a shared retail space at 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125.
What ages do you specialize in?
We focus on books, gifts, and programs for readers ages 0–18, including early readers, middle grade, and young adult.
Does Midsummer Books buy used children’s books?
Yes. We buy select gently used children’s and teen books and offer cash or store credit. We also accept donations in good condition. Learn more about our buy back program.
What happens if I order from bookshop.org
When a you shop on Bookshop.org you are supporting all indie bookstores. Specifically, when a customer buys a book, they can choose to have the profits go to a specific local bookstore, or the profits go into a central pool that is shared among all participating bookstores. This model allows independent stores to benefit from online sales without the overhead of managing their own e-commerce sites.
If you want to support MIdsummer Books specifically, when purchasing, you can choose a local bookstore from a list during check out - you can search by our name "midsummer books" or by ZIP code "19125" and our store will receive the full profit from your order. We also keep a running list of suggestions on bookshop.org to help you shop by age group.
Does Midsummer Books offer book clubs or writing workshops?
Yes! We started book clubs in the fall of 2025. These were paused during our expansion and holiday sales season but will pick up in early 2026. We also plan to begin writing workshops for tweens and teens.
Can I place an order or do I have to shop in person?
We would love to help you find the book you are searching for. Reach out to us at lindsay@midsummerbooks.com to inquire about specific titles or ordering new/used copies.
We also create custom, age-appropriate gift bundles—including our seasonal Book Flood bundles—with hand-selected titles based on reading level and interests. That you can pre-order and we can coordinate delivery (fee applies).
Do you host events for families?
We have exciting plans to host events for families in 2026.