Steve and I were on 6th Ave a few weeks ago and came across Grit City Books purely by accident. We…read moredidn't know of it's existence but it was a very pleasant surprise to come across. The bookstore is sleek, clean and very well organized with a good selection of books. The staff member was very friendly and eager to assist me in getting a special order started for a book I was looking for. The special order came in a few days ago which is going to prompt a return visit and perhaps even additional books to purchase. Looking forward to continuing being a customer at this lovely bookstore!

I ordered some books over the phone with them. First time I've bought through them because I wanna…read morebuy local. I honestly didn't want to leave when I went in. I love the way the store is set up, and the woman at the desk was super nice, we had a short chat. Definitely will be coming back. Thank you guys for nabbing some books for me!

Truly a HUGE selection!! I felt overwhelmed right when I walked in and opted to ask the employee…read morewhere to go instead of wandering around. She was insanely helpful! She clearly knows the store very well and was able to give great directions of not only which aisle I needed, but the exact section. They don't have everything, but it's definitely a great place to stop first!

Love this place. No, they don't have public restrooms, look at the area it's in and think if you…read morewere an employee, would you let everyone that walks in to use the bathroom you'd have to clean. Customer service is good, they are not overly friendly but very helpful when you ask them to help you find something. The place can be confusing as to how it's arranged but to me that's part of the fun. As for pricing, I think they're fair, about the same as the other more popular discount book store.

It may be hyperbole but Elliot Bay Book maybe the best bookstore in the United States. That's…read moresaying a lot but after spending a complete afternoon here, I am comfortable in my decree. EBB is have to visit if you are Seattle. Skip the bubblegum wall and the original Starbucks. If you truly want to see Seattle, visit Elliott Bay Book and you will thank me later. I wish I had more time to visit every section and shelf. I wandered aimelessly at first then found myself in Queer True Crime. I ended up having a fantastic conversation with a lovely human at the information desk. I don't remember their name but they even spoke with my daughter on my iPhone as I was looking for a particular book for my wife. I was also on the hunt for Etna, a novel but it was sold out. I ended up purchasing per a staff recommendation, 'Attempt at Exhausting a Place in Paris' by Georges Perec Reading the first couple of pages instantly transported back to Paris, a place I know extemely well, and I saw every bus, man, woman, child, server worker, and heard every klaxon and shouted obscenity. Do yourself a favor and search out Elliot Bay Book when you visit Seattle, you'll be supporting a local business and feeding your mind and soul.

Elliott Bay Book Company in Capitol Hill is a great spot to check out if you love a solid,…read moreold-school bookshop atmosphere with a trendy modern feel. The place is massive, with high wooden shelves, endless aisles, and a selection that spans just about every genre you can think of. If you remember the golden age of independent brick-and-mortar bookstores, walking in here hits a really nice nostalgic chord while still feeling vibrant and full of energy. The handwritten staff recommendation notes posted along the shelves are a fun touch, and having a cozy cafe tucked inside makes it easy to grab a drink and get lost in browsing for an hour or two. It is definitely a cool, memorable stop in the neighborhood whether you are hunting for a specific read or just soaking in the literary vibes.

We were just wandering around the street fair and wanted a cold beverage. We liked the name and…read morewent it. The person working the counter was so kind and friendly! The drinks were made rather quickly with some friendly banter and we were off with a cold beverage on a hot day. We will definitely come back when in the neighborhood.

I tend to get the bacon cheesy grilled sandwich and a spiced chai latte. They also have cookies,…read morewhich I may or may not have ordered. The staff is friendly and there's seating in the front and way in the back.

For the first time ever, Purple Rose: The Stars Carry Her Name -- Letters from Me to Her is now…read moreavailable in Washington State at King's Books just outside of Seattle. King's Books has an incredible atmosphere and a real appreciation for independent authors, poetry, and the arts. I had the opportunity to speak with the staff while traveling through the Pacific Northwest, and I'm honored to now have my book stocked in their store. Purple Rose is a collection of 33 poetic love letters written to one woman in Raleigh, North Carolina. You can also order books directly from their website and pay upon pickup. JamesVThePoet.com #seattle #lovepoetry #indieauthor #poetry #raleighnc

King's is an absolutely lovely bookstore! I was hoping to pick up a couple of books used, but alas,…read morethey only had them new and one needed to be ordered. The employee was super friendly and even took a minute to look in a to-be-sorted pile just to make sure that they really didn't have what I wanted. The best part of the store? They have shop kitties!!

A plethora of books you can choose from. They create a pathway around the bookstore to ease people…read moretraffic. Definitely took time to read through books to figure out whats next in my book queue. All books are reasonably priced and not in terrible condition despite them being used. Overall, recommend!

Amazing selection and amazing prices. Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Always a great time…read morehere.

I was really impressed after stepping into this store on small biz saturday!…read more The clerk behind the counter was super friendly and helpful, and was keeping a cool head with a rather large crowd! They had a great selection. I was in there to find a birthday present for a friend and easily found the perfect book and cute little bday card. They had a lot of the big hitters (fiction and non) but also a large local authors selection and unique picks. Also an adorable children's and YA section! Look in the back for those. Prices were pretty much on par with new books these days, probably between $15-35 for the majority of titles.

It is a pretty small bookstore and it started to pile in with people about 30 minutes before close…read more Each bookshelf was marked with genres and a small blurb of why a certain book was a staff's favorite. I was able to navigate around, but one section was more popular than the others so it was harder to browse the one section. Some decided to give up waiting for the aisle and browse elsewhere, while some decided to just grab closest to them as they looked around. Nobody was bothered and I didnt mind since we are all in our own browsing world. Overall, will definitely come back! Was a good stop on Seattle Independent Bookstore Day!

Eagle Harbor Book Company feels like the kind of place that would show up in a rom com or cozy…read moremystery. A sweet, attractive independent bookstore on a beautiful island, where you might meet a handsome stranger, a dastardly murderer, or even a handsome stranger who turns out to be a dastardly murderer. I spent a few hours on Bainbridge Island during a family trip to Seattle, and we enjoyed a leisurely browse at this bookstore. It was well stocked with books of every genre, as well as a strong selection of gifts and toys. My Seattle friend told me Eagle Harbor had carried my book, at least when it first came out, so I forgave them for no longer having it on the shelves six years later. I was very happy to see my friends Kara Loo and Jennifer Young's novel in the romance section. It's their first book, and I think it's a good sign that the store stocks new releases by debut writers. I really just love a good bookstore, and being in Eagle Harbor Book Company made me happy, even as my children demanded I buy them every colorful thing that entered their field of vision. I'd be a regular if I lived on the island. I could rent a space next door and start solving crimes.

A super cute bookstore! Great variety and nicely organized! Staff is also very friendly…read more My friend and I came here to browse around because who can resist an adorable book shop! They have lots of great options to choose from. We came in late September and we loved how cute their little Halloween decor was! I ended up buying a Seattle 500 piece puzzle from here!

ADORE this bookstore so much!! Always make a morning or afternoon of it when I am in town. Huge…read morespace with focus on books, books, and even more books! So many shelves throughout the store, but also up high. Ask for help to get them and their ladder to reach up high and low for all the choices you are about to bring home. This makes our options more than most bookstores. WIN WIN! The cafe area is a good size and what a great selection of treats! Pick your drink, a snack, and a seat. Dive into those new loved books you just grabbed.

Beautiful store, friendly staff, well laid out. I love a local store but they aren't always as user…read morefriendly as Elliott Bay.