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    2nd & Charles

    3.3 (114 reviews)
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    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Elisa B.

    I usually come here to shop and decided to sell with them for their buyback program. I just have to suggest that if you are looking to get decent amount of anything for your items be aware that they do not give you a lot. I sold over 3 bins of items to them. Not only did they not state how long it would take but the girl checking me just to the buying was not very kind. She seemed annoyed to be there. Both me and my family member dropped off our items 6 minutes after they opened and made plans to do things in the area thinking it wouldn't take long. We were in the area for a good while and my family member received a text that their items were ready. I believed that mine would soon be done to follow. A few more hours passed and I still didn't get a text so I called in to check. I was extremely disappointed when I was told that my buy hadn't been started. They stated it was because they were busy. Although, when I questioned if they were busy how were they able to finish my family members buy so quickly. They didn't have a response for me other than they had other buys from the day before that they had to finish. I still don't understand how my family members stuff still got finished if that was the reason. When I asked how much longer it would take they couldn't give me an answer. I do not live close so this was extremely upsetting for me because if they had a lot left over from the day before it should've been stated when I dropped it off. About two hours before closing I got my text so I had to drive and pick up my stuff. Once I arrived I was told I was getting a very small amount for items that were in brand new condition or to get 50% more value if I chose store credit. I really wish they updated their system and valued the items at a higher price point and not such a drastic change from cash to store credit. I only came here and settled for the cash because I am clearing up space for a move. If you want what your items are valued don't ever come here.

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    Lenora S.

    Was enjoying myself so much, forgot to take pictures. This is a great place for gifts. For another people, sure. But also for yourself. Little of everything for everyone. Wish I knew of this place sooner. It's nice being able to see the games and items instead of scrolling on a screen. Picked up some smash mellows and a journal for a graduation gift. Miniature 3d book knock puzzle. Dachshund playing cards. Last a 50 box of random comics. $25 Will be returning, often

    Kai E.

    I have passed by this place many times but walked in for the first time on a Saturday while meeting up with a friend at the connected Starbucks. I love to write and was excited to see a whole section full of cute journals when I walked in. In front of the store, they had books about astrology, crystals, the occult, and all sorts of things about magic. I saw crystals, jewelry, and sage that one can purchase to go along with the reading material offered. There was an area that had t shirts with sayings as well. You can buy, sell, or trade books, records, cds, video games DVD's basically most things people no longer use anymore, thanks to technology. It is a fun place to bring the kids. They also offer a lot of cool little toys and games. Overall, I like what this store has to offer. If you are looking for interesting reading material or maybe an old book that you let someone borrow and never got back, you might find a copy here.

    Smith N.

    This place is a perfect mecca of thrift and Barnes & nobles vibe. It has it all, books, movies, CDs, boardgames, and gaming! There are a lot of other knick knacks too, such as buying unsorted Legos by the bulk. Books? They got it, I can't confirm if they had used ones, but I'm sure they do. I was looking for "Alice in Borderlands" manga, but unfortunately they didn't have #1. Oh well, but the staff was friendly enough to help me look for it. Movies, they got a lot, my only gripe, they were separated by only a handful of categories. It can feel a bit overwhelming when all the titles are just merged together. I ended up getting a combo DVD, "Get Shorty/Be Cool" CD's and Vinyls, there were a lot of shuffle through, but one cd caught my eye. A Robert Downey Jr album. Yeah that's right Mista Iron Man himself made an album. I was tempted to grab it, but was hesitant, so I said I'll come back for it later. They have a really good collection of gaming and accessories. All sorts of formats, from new to old. I was browsing some GB and DS games, when I kid came next to me and was looking in the same area. The parent told the kid to choose a game from this area and the kid was like okay. So I'm glad someone is still showing their the kid was of used gaming and Nintendo. I found a GB game "Baseball," I used to play this when I was wee youngin'. It was only $5. They even had retro accessories, like a SNES turbo controller to Sing Star Mics. At this point it's been close to 2 hours, it was time to wrap it up. I circled back to that RDJ album, and to my surprise, it was gone! How did I miss out on the grand epicness? Yes I could've gotten it online, such as eBay or streaming. But I wanted it then and now. I guess I didn't want it that bad since I didn't grab it the first go around. Overall, I would come back, over and over again. The hybrid of a Barnes & Nobles and thrift style, while it be clean and organize is perfect set up. *For some reason it is only letting me upload 1 pic at a time, I'll try to upload the rest on desktop later.

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    Yovanna P.

    Wonderful place for finding books and movies! Plenty of good options for Manga, Games, Movies, Tarot Cards, and Figurines

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    Anthony T.

    This store 2nd & Charles is so cool. The wide variety of things they have in store, could literally keep you there for an hour, and you wouldn't even be aware of the time that's passed. I picked up a well priced used game system around Christmas, for which they offered a 90 day return policy if I wasn't happy with the purchase. Yesterday, I really needed some new guitar picks, so I stopped by. I remembered when I was there last, that they had an entire wall of pre-owned guitars and other musical instruments, so I thought maybe they'd have some picks. They do. They sell little pouches of about 10 picks with some really cool bands logos on them. Definitely more than pleased. If you're looking for a new favorite store to call home, definitely check them out!

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    Prices were comparable to McKays, a little high. Selection not as big but I still left with a ton of good finds! I'll be back.

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    The Crazy Book Lady - Stacey Olsen, Owner with volunteer, Bob

    The Crazy Book Lady

    5.0(14 reviews)
    7.6 mi

    My friend participated in a book signing event. It was very nicely organized. Authors had their…read moretables set up outside and inside the store. The atmosphere was pleasant and relaxed. The amount of books in this store was unbelievable, and the variety was great. They have some bookmarks and trinkets for sale as well. At the back of the store was two little boys reading books. That was a nice sight for a sore eye. Seems like this is a very busy and popular gem in the middle of downtown Acworth. They host events like game nights, so check their website. This store is really worth the visit. I had the pleasure of talking to Stasey, the owner, she was super nice while answering my questions about what books I could sell or trade. This store is worth a visit. Maybe on my next visit, I will be introduced to the cat.

    Nice bookstore. I…read morebelieve all (or at least most) of the books are used. The books that I have bought have been in wonderful condition. You can negotiate the price but so far when they've thrown a price at me I was happy to pay what they asked. They sell comic books, games, puzzles, DVDs and more. The shop is off Allatoona Gateway (used to be Glade Road) - behind Taco Bell, Pizza Hut & KFC. Plenty of parking - the shopping center is not usually busy. The owners are friendly, fun and helpful.

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    The Crazy Book Lady - I scored this 1980's Minolta book in almost perfect condition for less than $5.

    I scored this 1980's Minolta book in almost perfect condition for less than $5.

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    The Reading Attic

    The Reading Attic

    4.8(5 reviews)
    3.9 mi

    Very excited to have the cutest little bookstore join the offerings at Marietta Square. My girls…read morewere so anxious walking up the stairs to get into The Reading Attic. They immediately split, my little two took a left to the young adult and youth room and my teen took a right for non-fiction. They offer a great selection of all books! We loved the sitting areas with big windows that overlook Glover Park. We purchased two books and the gentleman working had great conversation with my teen and I as he rang up our purchases. We look forward to many return visits!

    Nestled in the heart of Marietta Square, The Reading Attic offers a delightful escape for…read morebibliophiles. While parking can be a bit of a challenge during peak hours, the effort is well worth it. Upon entering, visitors are greeted by an inviting space, with separate rooms dedicated to various genres, allowing for easy browsing. There's a cozy couch positioned by a giant bay window which offers not only a comfortable reading nook but also a picturesque view of the square, adding to the overall charm of the bookstore. The selection of books is commendable, catering to a diverse range of tastes and interests. However, it's worth noting that the staff, though friendly, could benefit from more diversity. Nonetheless, their warmth and willingness to assist customers enhance the shopping experience. Also the bathroom was clean! Overall, The Reading Attic exudes a welcoming atmosphere, making it a must-visit destination for book lovers.

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    Barnes & Noble Booksellers - Must reads on any given day but even better during Black History Month!

    Barnes & Noble Booksellers

    2.9(18 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    Went to grab a few books - I had already verified that they were in stock via the app. I found two…read moreof three, but couldn't find the third. I asked for assistance after three salespeople walked past me at customer service. The salesgirl looked at the same places I'd looked. When she asked her coworkers for help, they said no. Then she told me that her coworkers "aren't allowed to help her." I put the books I'd found back. I'll drive to a different store just to avoid this one.

    I use to haunt this place day and night back in the days when I had my parents to mooch off…read moreof...(now that I'm having to pay my own bills and...you know...work)...I'm not so cozy with this place anymore....(this working thing is really putting a crimp into my lifestyle)...I still love this place its just that I now get most of my books off of Amazon.....I can't do Kindle...reading from it gives me a headache....I'm still old school.....There isn't much in ways of things I don't like about the store. Yes Amazon sells it for a lot less and the sections on Amazon can be better...but not always... For example if you're looking for hardcore literature Like Ann Radcliffe or Horace Walpole then Barnes and Noble is the place to go. Amazon has it as well but their selection is sketchy...they may not offer you the best edition out there. If you're looking for Business books then Amazon is a better option because I don't think this particular Barnes & Noble's business books selection is as good as it could be. On the other hand they have a pretty good manga and young adult selection....I imagine those books are more popular than say Originals by Adam Grant.....They had signed copies of John Green's latest Turtles All the Way Down....and even though I said I wasn't going to buy anything... I ended up taking home Haruki Murakami's book Absolutely on Music: Conversation with Seiji Ozawa. (Ozawa is my favorite living conductor so I couldn't resist even though Amazon has it for $4 dollars cheaper but I figured heck I want this and I want it now...) Anyway now a days when people chose books over all other forms of activities such as the internet, Facebook or even Yelp....it's always a good thing....

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    Book Exchange - I did not buy this comedy.

    Book Exchange

    4.8(12 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    BEST used book store in town! They have a whole FREE section of books, bookmarks, and stickers…read morewhich my son loves! Great vibe, great prices, and they offer an exchange program too! Friendly service. Saw a few groups of women playing ma jong, very neat

    This place seemed a little sketchy from the outside; there was a messy cart of "free books" that…read moreseemed abandoned. Upon entry the place was well lit and buzzing with excitement for the author who was doing a signing. I wasn't paying close attention and didn't realize what it was at first, but there was so much animated conversation that I assumed it was a book club that was really enjoying themselves. It made the recovery from the free book cart mess easy to recover from. The staff was all super friendly and helpful. They went out of their way to search for titles and authors I was looking for and were happy to add more books to my pile (*wink). The only downer was that the shelves had no obvious organization and it was hard to shop on your own. Nothing is labeled consistently and I couldn't tell where one section ended and another began. One section even had a pink sticky note with a hand-written label. The staff also didn't keep a proper inventory and half of books the computer said they had were no where to be found. Bottom line is that this place was welcoming and had good prices. They do not buy books but will offer in-store credit for books you no longer want. Check this place out.

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    Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore - My self-care items - Energy Charged Candles,  Rose Quartz, Amethyst Bracelet &  Hematites, 01.05.2023.

    Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore

    4.4(207 reviews)
    13.2 mi
    $$

    I've been coming to this wonderful, locally owned business for 30 years…read more They have all the things you're looking for: crystals, incense, books, jewelry, tarot decks, candler, herbs, Florida Water, wish paper, oils, holiday gifts, meditation bells, cards, and KITTIES! They have a few shop cats that are super cute and friendly. They do professional tarot and psychic readings here. They have multiple readers to choose from. They also have a lot of fun events. Look at their calendar to see what's coming up. I went to a tarot readers group years ago where we practiced reading for one another and that was a lot of fun! I hope to see many more years from this great store! Go check it out!

    My best friend lives in the area and I was in town visiting. She surprised me with a stop to…read morePhoenix & Dragon and it was so magical. The parking lot is on a kind of weird hill but there's plenty of parking spots. The front door of the store opens to a small lobby with a cashier/desk, but the store is actually very large. We were greeted at both the front entrance and when we were in the jewelry/rock room. This is called a bookstore but it's really much more. The selection of books is vast and niche at the same time. I picked up a little astrology book I'm very excited to get into. There is a huge and stunning wall of rocks and gems you can self-service with a variety of types, shapes, finishes and priced at a very accessible level. I picked out several different rocks from the wall. They also have jewelry, candles, accessories, I can't even begin to list everything available here. The best part is the store cats. They are beauty, they are grace and I love them. Also wonderful the Sagittarius that rang up my purchases. I can't wait to come back and visit with my best friend again! Thank you Phoenix & Dragon!

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    Eastern Sculptures, 01.05.2023.

    Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore - Incense & Accessories, 01.05.2023.

    Incense & Accessories, 01.05.2023.

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