Good Dog Records & Books

Good Dog Records & Books, located at 1187 Centre Street in Newton Centre, is an independent bookstore and record shop owned by Barry Tilles that specializes in used, new, and antiquarian books including rare and out-of-print titles, alongside vinyl records spanning diverse genres from surf instrumentals to jazz and punk. The store has become a community gathering space known for its welcoming atmosphere and curated selection of approximately 20,000 books and 2,500 records, with the owner actively involved in fostering connections with customers and the wider Newton community.