Molly's Café & Bookstore

is Philadelphia's newest used bookstore. Located in the heart of The Italian Market, proprietor Molly Russakoff is working to create a space that is as varied and colorful as the neighborhood. Whether you're the casual browser or serious bibliophile, we invite you to stop in to check out our ever-changing inventory of quality books and CDs, have a cup of coffee or a glass of fresh-squeezed juice and something to eat. We carry books of general interest with a special focus on contemporary literature.

Molly's aims to be a place for Philadelphia's literary community to meet and exchange books and ideas. We proudly carry books and zines by local poets, authors and artists and host open and featured readings and shows by local artists. We're also interested in encouranging younger readers and writers and plan to host events for children. We've been open since early this April and look forward to developing a schedule of events and a network of services that will add new dimension to the city's arts and literary scene.