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The Monkey’s Paw is a one-of-a-kind bookstore opened by Stephen Fowler in 2006 and named after a short story written by author W.W. Jacobs.

This eclectic store features medical drawings on the walls and unique decorations like a stuffed crow sitting ata typewriter. Fowler’s book-lined interior is separated by four distinct categories that he chose, the arcane, the macabre, the beautiful, and the absurd. It’s an antiquarian’s oasis, where youcan find old books on a wide range of topics.

It’s also the home of the custom-made vending machine known as the Biblio-Mat, which dispenses vintage volumes at random for a small fee.

1067 Bloor St W, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Phone: 416-531-2123

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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