About Prismatic Pages
Prismatic Pages aims to bring a carefully curated selection of eclectic books to the English-reading community in Oslo. This rotating collection of used and new books spans various genres and interests, ensuring there's something for everyone.
And who's behind it all? It's me, Indigo!
I moved to Oslo first in 2014 from the U.S., and have made this city my home. But the one thing that's missing is a good, English-language bookstore, where you can find something new or used, recommended with confidence.
So, I decided to create what I envisioned.
At my cozy store in Rathkes gate 7b you’ll find books that I can either personally recommend or have it on good authority are worth checking out.
I know together we’re going to find so many new favorite reads.
Book donations program
Many people ask us where we get our used books, and the answer is mostly from our wonderful customers! We have a donation for credit program where you can bring books to the store, we evaluate them, and if they are ones we can sell then you get 25% in store credit of what we hope to sell them for, awarded as stamps on our stamp card app.
Please note:
We only take up to 15 books at a time. Once you receive your stamps you can donate more! If you have more than 15 and want to give them to us as a full donation not for credit please email us.
Please make sure to download the stamp card app BIMM before donating your books so we can send your stamps.
Stamps may only be used on used books in the shop. Stamps can be used as a credit equaling 200 NOK and used as a partial coupon toward a book costing more than that. Stamps cannot be combined toward a single book with a value of more than 200 NOK.
All credits from our previous iteration of the book donation program can still be used as we transition to our new system.
Curation
Prismatic principles
We carefully curate our collection of English-language books to offer a unique and interesting selection for readers of all ages.
Community Engagement
We believe in fostering a community of book lovers by organizing events like book swaps, book clubs, and more.
Discovery
The books you find at Prismatic Pages should show you a different perspective than the usual bestsellers (though there are a few of those mixed in as well).