I fell in love the moment I walked in! Not only is there a large selection of books, there's so…read moremuch book lovers merch and a cute coffee shop in the corner. I ended up buying an ACOTAR book vase that was a pretty decent deal. I also got a strawberry matcha that I destroyed in 10 minutes, it was heavenly. I went on a Saturday but the booksellers were so attentive. The vase I picked was a display and they immediately approached me and offered to box it up and keep it at the counter for me so I could continue to shop. And the bathrooms are a must visit. I know this is a silly statement but they are themed and so cute. I wish I took pictures of it. I would 100% recommend!! Prices vary from average bookstores to slightly more but I would definitely pay the extra dollar or so to support an independent bookstore! :)

I don't think there is anything better than a cute, whimsical bookstore with a tasty coffee shop…read moreinside. I could stay all day sipping, reading, and dreaming. The bathrooms are fun and themed around some well-known, timeless authors. The coffee shop had a delicious selection of popular, fun lattes like the Banana Nut Bread latte and a Coconut Cold Brew. The bookstore itself is spacious, yet still has a cozy corner vibe, with a beautiful brick wall where I could sit, read, and get lost in a book for hours. A dream store brought to life thanks to two close friends. Such a fun place to visit while in Grapevine, Texas. This will definitely be on my must-visit list every time I come back from Cali. P.S. the staff was super sweet

Discovering new bookstores during my travels has become a new passion of mine, so when I checked…read morefor indie bookstores in the DFW area, Talking Animals Books was one of the first to pop up. From the few photos and the name, I thought it would be more of a children's bookstore but I was so wrong. As soon as you enter, the amazing staff welcomes you and is eager to help you find any books you are looking for. Right at the entrance they had the fantasy and romance section which is a personal favorite, and I immediately found a couple of books that have been on my list. I absolutely LOVED that they had self published books from indie authors, which is so rare to find at any local bookstore (you usually have to wait for them to be re-published by a publisher to find them anywhere besides Amazon). They also have a children's section which is super cute, and I found a couple of things for my little one. On the top floor they have a couple of couches for you to hang out and a section of used books. Frankly, this was one of the best bookstores I found in the DFW area, and I can't wait to come back and support them!

A cozy bookshop in Grapevine downtown. They don't have a large selection of adult and YA books but…read morethere's a decent selection of kids books. I don't have kids but I would definitely take them there to go crazy if I did!

Folklore Grove is a magical little bookstore that feels like a secret. How cool to have it here in…read moreArlington! While it's an itty-bitty space, it's really well laid out and beautifully organized. And they have quite the collection, ranging from the classics, to local authors, to kids books, to trending best-sellers, to books celebrating the differently abled. It's great to see a small but stellar assortment of literature, and I think it's important to support local bookstores. If they don't have what you're looking for, they're happy to order books as well. They also sell little locally made knick-knacks and gifts, and t-shirts with their beautiful logo (a magical bunny rabbit). Come buy a book or gift here!

This is one of my favorite DFW book stores! The owner is so nice and welcoming! They often host…read moreevents that I am dying to go to. This bookstore is so cozy and feels magical to be in. I love the presence of local authors and the variety of books!

Great job! Brought our bible in and they didn't d a great job at a fair price. Would recommend.read more

Gotta love finding and supporting small businesses. It's a quaint book shop with many little…read morereligious trinkets and Jewish items. Depending on when you visit, it's mostly quiet, which gives the store lady, Norma, plenty of time to get to know you and your needs. The selection of books doesn't have much variety other than Bibles (from the Hebrew Bible to the New King James Version), devotionals, and some books from original authors dedicated to finding community, handling grief and Christian books for mothers/mother-child relationships. If there's something you'd like, Norma can place an order for you. I was able to purchase a NKJV Bible for $30 and I was given a free bookmark and calendar. I'll have to come back here next time on my own. Despite being 27, I was mistaken for a teenager twice by Norma given that my estranged but recently reconciled mother kept speaking on my behalf on what I was looking for. It soured my mood to have a conversation about God and my needs with Norma as my mother couldn't leave me alone with Norma without interjecting, so I left them to their conversation. As I ventured towards the back of the store, I found a nice little section that encourages visitors to request a prayer. Norma also owns several cute birds near the back of the store, which I find really neat. Personal qualms aside, Norma is a brilliant person and she made the shopping experience smooth. God Bless!

Go! I pulled up a…read morelist of must visit independently owned bookstores in Dallas and Poets Bookstop is first up. Actually from the magazine description it was a low priority in my mind but,I ended up here anyway. I'm glad I did because it's a fantastic place. Exquisitely currated small inventory however,it covers a lot of ground. Places like this inspire me and remind me mainstream is not the only stream. The irony of seeing a pamphlet on avoiding Amazon was not lost on me standing in a small bookstore like thousands Jeff Bezos put out of business starting that company. I always like to support small independent businesses but,not artificially. They have to add value to my life in some way and Poets Bookstop did I walked away with several purchases as did a friend along with me . If you read,are looking for Unique or just need some boost Stop in for a browz. Bettcha buy something!

While having a cup of coffee nearby, I noticed this book store across the way and decided I would…read morestop by. After finishing my coffee, I walked over and was very pleased with my experience. While I did not buy anything, I felt very welcomed by the staff and they let me browse at my leisure. My first thought as I scanned their collection was "this is a thinking person's bookshop". It was refreshing to see everything from contemporary literature to biography along with everything in between. Add to that, they carry an array of journals, bookmakers, posits, etc. to help enhance the reading experience. If you are into reading and learning, I highly recommend checking out this shop. I look forward to visiting again.

I love a good bookstore - and Storytellers Bookshop is a Dallas gem!…read more Tucked inside the Farmers Market, this adorable space is owned by Abbie, and she greets you with a smile everytime. There are beautiful classic stories, like Little Women, and Pride and Prejudice, bound in gorgeous colors for reading and collecting. And she has fun additions like the cutest recipe book I have seen ever. When coming to Farmers Market, this is a must visit space. You will not be disappointed.

Love, Love, Love This Place!…read more Storytellers is an amazing creation from its owner Abbey! The bookstore is as adorable as she is, and the store is her dream come true to share her books with the world. Stepping into Storytellers is like taking a step inside another time and place, away from the Dallas' hustle and bustle and into a tranquility of yesteryear. Imagine an era when corporations did not own stores, but when stores were the passion of their owners. That is what you get with Storytellers. Storytellers carries a collection of classic stories, bound in leather as well as unique products from local artisans. Abbey is supportive of the local community and supports local authors and artists, and even sponsors book signings for the community. Storytellers is a must-visit when you are at Dallas Farmer's Market, or even a reason of its own to come here and visit!

my favorite hidden gem! their translated literature selection is some of the best i've found. if…read moreyou're a book lover visiting dallas, this is a must go!

Deep Vellum Books is a gem. Let me tell you why…read more Deep Vellum Books is the storefront and headquarters of Deep Vellum Books & Publishing, a nonprofit literary arts organization and the largest publisher of literature in translation in the US (I did not know that!!!!). They stock their own titles as well as a curated selection of literary fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. I visited with my family (dad, stepmom, adult siblings, husband) last weekend, and we spent way more time in the store than we expected to given the store's size. It's not large, but the store is packed with interesting and unusual and harder to find titles. I started to read a book's dusk jacket flap blurb, which led to a conversation about the book with the staff in the shop. (I bought it, I already read it, I loved it.) It's that kind of store - I was walking around, reading blurbs out loud to my family - finding book after book that piqued my interest. I left with a book, my siblings with two or three each, and my dad with at least one. There were six of us, and we bought maybe 8 books. The staff working the day we were visited were incredible, chatting with us about books, telling us about Deep Vellum, and answering our questions about their events. It's clear that people who work at Deep Vellum love books and that always makes shopping at a bookstore more wonderful. (I'm not sure I would have taken home the book I did if I hadn't chatted with a store employee for a few minutes about it - it's a little out of my wheelhouse - but I loved and I'm so glad I picked it up). The store hosts book clubs which sound amazing. I mean how many bookstores offer a "Homer Out Loud" book club that meets to read Homer's epics out loud once a week!? Or has a book club called "Underdogs in Space" that meets once a month to talk about underread sci-fi books?! If you're in Deep Ellum and you love to read anything at all - make your way over to Deep Vellum. It's a great organization and a great bookstore. I couldn't love it more.

Great "new" (new to me, but they relocated from another location) record spot. Very nice, clean,…read moreand fresh. Great selection, vinyls, CD's, cassettes, shirts, stereos, some musician hardware, etc. And friendly staff. Nice! Check it out.

Great little record store inside an old house. Friendly staff, and don't forget to check the $3…read morebin, found some great deals!