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2nd & Charles

3.8 (74 reviews)
Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Crystal M.

As a book lover walking into this store was like peeking into heaven. Shelves full of books are far as the eye could see! At the front of the store there was the usual best sellers and new releases. Also they have a lot of cute home decor items that are book related. Cute signs, paper weights, welcome mats, etc. There's a good mix of new and used books, depending on what your looking for. The staff is very helpful but they won't hover or bother you while you're browsing, which was nice. They even have an impressive collection of retro games, going all the way back to the Atari which made my nerd heart sing with happiness. Lots of funko pop figurines. A good selection of comic books, graphic novels and manga. It's a well rounded store that should have something to please just about anyone!

Gregg N.

Stopped by here to do some DVD, CD, and book BuyBack. The website says that you can fill up 3 totes to have reviewed. BUT when I got to the store, you are only allowed to fill one bin. (Due to the pandemic) I created an account which was pretty simple: Name, address and phone number. They gave me a claim ticket and I went #ditc. It took them about 45 minutes to text me that they were done. During that time, I found a couple of records to purchase. You can either get cash back OR store credit (double the cash amount)!

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Angela A.

This bookstore can best be described as a "mix-up mash-up." I could've used just "mix-up" or just "mash-up" but then I wouldn't be doing justice to the business...so enjoy the hyphenated compounds. Picture this: Borders, Barnes and Noble, Walden Books, Hot Topic, Newbury Comics and Guitar Center. Now subtract coffee shop and add in used book store. Voila! You now have a good idea of what it's like to go to 2nd and Charles. They have a large variety of books, dvds, cds...both new and used. You can get games, stuffed animals, guitars, bumper stickers, incense, etc. It has a little something for everyone and you can get lost in there for hours. I've never sold books here but it seems to be a pretty streamlined process. The employees are friendly and helpful and the store is consistently organized, which is always a plus in my book...brief pause and rim shot for the pun...especially when it could be a cluster**** given the "used" component. Go there, check it out!

GT M.

What a great place to sell pre-owned books! Expect a smooth process with a customer-oriented and efficient staff in this clean business, a large free parking,... I sold a bin of gently used books for around $21 in cash. I could have got $32 in store credit instead. You can buy guitars, reading lamps, comics, toys, lego by the pound, second-hand books (cooking, business, art books, etc.) at competitive prices... There are free book bins in front of the store...

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James M.

I had a few boxes of books I was going to throw away but my wife told me to take them to 2nd & Charles. It pains me to admit it, but my wife was right. I came in and set the books on the counter intending to just donate them, but then the guy offered me money for them, of course I'm not going to turn down money. While I waited for them to figure out how much money they were going to give me I walked around touching stuff like I tell my son NOT to do every time we're anywhere. Boy oh boy, they have EVERYTHING. I'm not really a reader (I mean I know how, but I find it boring), but I love this book store. If I had to estimate how many books they have it would be in the ball park of about 7 billion. I started looking for obscure titles just to test them and they had all of em. They're humor section is legit. They call my number and tell me I can have X amount in store credit or X/2 in cash. Of course I take the store credit because it's double the money and momma didn't raise no dummy. They will buy anything off of you. Books, DVDs, video games, kids toys, etc. I walked in there intending to give them stuff and leave empty handed and I ended up leaving with a book written by David Spade, which is sure to be hilarious, a Coke, and a bunch of store credit that doesn't expire! What a day! They often have buy 5 get 5 deals, and they have a bin in the front with a bunch of free books. And just because it's free, doesn't mean they're weird, crappy books, I saw Hunger Games and other stuff like that. See the pictures below for my definition of "everything".

Camara L.

This idea of this place is great. However, it could definitely use a facelift. The bathrooms are disgusting. At least remodel those. The "bathroom cleaning sheet" on the back of the door was last marked December 18th. Today is the 29th. I'm praying it has been cleaned since the 18th but still...these are things that patrons notice! I love the business card bulletin board. The chairs have rips in the seats. When I walk in, I just get immediate "germy" vibes. When I'm in town and I NEED to stop in, I grab what I need and go. When I want to lounge and study in a bookstore, I'll go to B&N.

J. Aaron S.

My favorite place for Funko Pop! They're also a collectors of comics, movies and games paradise. i got to 2nd in Charles 1st for my needs.

Shanette B.

I live this little place.This is more than just a book store...this is a imaginative wonderland. You walk in and yes there's books as far as the eye can see...but what else does the eye see??? There's video games, records (yes actual vinyls), toys, collectibles, and still so much more! And guess what...just guess... You can touch all of it! There's music instruments and I've heard several patrons just strumming along on them, and there's a bin of Lego pieces...have at it! Plenty of sitting and floor space if you want to flip through a few pages before purchasing...candy and drinks for sale if you become parched from the fun of your imagination lol. Because this is also a used book store you will find some great hidden treasures among the shelves if you take the time to look. Make sure you check back often as new old books are constantly added to the shelves, Oooooohhhh and before I forget when you check out bring your own book bag (they don't do bags except the reusable that you can purchase), they offer 3 free 2month subscription magazines of your choice, every 3 months the suggested magazines change out so at least go for that part lol

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