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She Said Boom!
Categories: Shopping Books, Mags, Music and Video Bookstores Shopping Books, Mags, Music and Video Music & DVDs Bookstores, Music & DVDs [Edit]
372 College StreetToronto, ON M5T 1S6
(416) 944-3224
- Hours:
Mon-Wed, Sat 11 am - 7 pm
Thu-Fri 11 am - 8 pm
Sun 12 pm - 6 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
6 reviews for She Said Boom!
6 reviews in English
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Review from Susan N.
Toronto, ON
3/24/2012
She Said Boom! isn't a large store, and its prices can be a little high (for instance, trade paperbacks are rarely less than $8-$10 each), but the selection of books is top-notch. One time I emerged from She Said Boom! with three books in my bag and a handwritten list of 15 others that I now wanted. It's also a well-lit, welcoming store with friendly, funny employees. Going in is always worth it!
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Review from hangover n.
Toronto, ON
11/15/2011
A great bookstore, with a surprisingly wide selection for such a small shop. I recently found a few things here that I had been unable to locate at larger chains or even online, and for extremely good prices. Hooray!
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Review from Connie T.
Toronto, ON
1/1/2009
Used Damon + Naomi and Galaxie 500 CDs? Someone on staff certainly knows what they're doing.
All right, so it's not the most well known of all the used shops in the city, but for a random collection of used material, both music and literature, SSB does a good, discerning job at picking out quality material that's slightly off the beaten track. Though the CD collection has simmered down a bit (I admit I haven't looked at this section in years), they've focussed on their vinyl section, which attracts plenty of fans.
Their solid selection of books is really what amazes me, especially on a browsing level. it's not a large store, but they've got every important contemporary writer in stock. Even the random books on display in the front are well worth flipping through. -
Review from Brian C.
Toronto, ON
6/6/2010 1 Check-in Here
It can be tough to showcase a mixed collection of used items while maintaining a singular air that is palatable to the customer. I found She Said Boom to be inviting and interesting.
When I came through the doors sounds of Dylan played over the speakers getting me in the mood for artistic discovery. Immediately I was greeted by interesting book-titles laid out before me.
Easily I was able to navigate the small store and marvel at both their collection and its condition. I predominately spent my time in the vinyl section and was happy to find a wide variety of music in decent condition.
The books may have been priced slightly high (as a result of their almost un-cracked bindings) but the vinyl was priced just right. -
Review from A V.
Toronto, ON
4/8/2010
Good selection of books.
Unfortunately the customer service at the College street location leaves a lot to be desired.
I made the egregious mistake of peeking behind a half-opened curtain that is right next to a book shelf -- there was no sign saying customers are not allowed to do that -- and the 'gentleman' (actually a short, bald homunculus-like figure) who works there approached me like he was trying to intimidate me asking "Can I help you with something?" I said I was just browsing and he kept saying in this intimidating way "Can I help you?"
I left quickly because it seemed like he was trying to escalate the situation. I have no idea why any businessperson would treat a customer like that. Big time loser. They've lost my business. Anyone with as little respect for return customers as that doesn't deserve my business. I would suggest they probably don't deserve yours either.
There are plenty of better, more deserving bookstores in the city. -
Review from Alejandro A.
Toronto, ON
12/11/2008
She Said Boom is a solid store for used books, cds and even comics. I often come in here just to take a quick peek at what's on display, because they seem to have a pretty high turn over of interesting books. These on display books range in topic from literature to cultural theory to all sorts of other interesting stuff.
They actually have a great selection of books too. Books you want to read. Books you've heard of. Books you're looking for. It's nice, y'know? Finding books you're looking for in a bookstore. A rare feat amongst used book stores. I think that (and the other thing) are a real testament to the people who work there
