I love it here!!!! There are so many books in this wonderful store. There are also bookish things…read morefor friends in your life if you need. The store is colorful and quaint and the owner is amazing!!! This is worth the trip to go and visit esp if you are a bookstore and book lover!!! Go and visit. You won't be disappointed!

Just had second experience with AfterGlow Books and Kristina, I don't know where to start except…read morethat I'm a fan. I first met her at a pop up close to me and said I just r wanted to love reading again. She suggested Emily Henry and she was spot on, I'm just picked up my 3rd and 4th title by her. The pop up also had cute stickers (hot ghouls read books - had to get it!), amazing smelling candles, just very cute book themed gifts. Finally made it to her store in Delaware and it's cute AF. I went in on a Sunday and it was packed. I love the store, she had the titles I wanted and even told me about a launch party they're having for the title being released later this year. Honestly cannot recommend her and this store enough, and clearly I'm not the only one because she's got a following. I'm looking forward to attending some of the events I've seen on the website.

Very happy to discover this place as part of the Buffalo Indie Bookstore Passport. There is a…read moresuper cozy vibe, a great selection of new and used books, and fun accessories to pair with your books. I love their take on the "blind date with a book" concept (see photos!). There's also a coffee place next door. Perfect afternoon? I think yes.

Today I found a hidden gem. velvet bookmark had a nice collection. I found three new books,…read more Stephen King s newest, and Stephen Graham jones, I was a teenage slasher and, a nice copy of Emily Brontës Wuthering Heights. So I am set for my Halloween reading and then some. The proprietor was quite friendly as well as the customer service. I will definitely be going back

Holiday season is coming, and here's a gift idea.... A…read moreBurning Books favorite - Full of essays, beautiful artwork and important dates in social justice history! Certain Days: The 2027 Freedom for Political Prisoners Calendar -- Our Duty to Win Now in its 26th year of publication, the Certain Days: Freedom for Political Prisoners Calendarisrequired reading for radicals, leftists, and all who support political prisoners and advocate the end of mass incarceration.Each calendar has 11 thought-provoking essays and 12 pieces of beautiful art. You'll feel inspired every day of the year, with radical historical dates and lots of space for your own plans. $15 via the Burning Books website. This is the bookstore that you can spend hours in browsing and come home with so many interesting reads to expand your knowledge on pressing issues of the day. As you all know, the modern world is smaller due to the internet and on this planet, we have a mix of people who are not always playing nice in the sandbox or sharing. But this is not a new occurrence. It's just more visible. Here you will find interesting reads on the antagonists and protagonists in our world drama. I attend a support Palestine Book Club meeting several times a year that is held at Burning Books. Other than this book club, there are other educational events held here. Lots of artsy merchandise to satisfy every left leaning woman's shopping dreams. Stickers and pins. Art work. Some free flyers to take home. Book bags. T - shirts. And of course Burning Books merchandise to support this independent bookstore. Check it out, especially if you want to dig deeper into social justice and political issues, and humanitarian and environmental causes. Support local. Support the small independent bookstore that will carry the books that will tell the stories. Skip the big box stores and Amazon. Their billionaire CEOs and owners can stand to lose a little business. Street parking. It's usually found in front of the store or nearby. Great people who will help you find what you're looking for and always chat with you. Get involved. This is really more than a bookstore. Check out their website.

This is a unique book store that is a must visit. I needed more time to browse, so I will be back!…read moreThey have a nice kids section as well!

I visited Zawadi Books as part of Buffalo's Independent Bookstore Week and I plan to return. What…read morea great little spot! The shop itself is very small but they fit a truly excellent collection in the space, focused on books by and about Black people. There is a section in the back with kids' books. In addition to books, they have a large selection of greeting cards and a small shelf with puzzles and games. Look inside the front cover of each book for pricing. Friendly staff, easy street parking, great vibe. The shop is inside this residential-looking house - you'll see signage as soon as you walk in directing you which door to use (it is on the same floor as the main front door).

Quaint little gift shop and the right books for an open minded individual. Looking forward to many…read morefuture visits.

I'd drive 45 minutes for a book hug--and I do…read more There are a lot of reasons to love Hamburg, NY--but at the top of my list is Turn the Page Used Books, a charming little haven where the books are used, the prices are kind, and the smell of paper and stories hits you in the face like a warm, nostalgic high-five. Once upon a time, I lived just 6 minutes from this gem. Now I live 45 minutes away, and I still make the trip. Why? Because walking into this place is my version of therapy. Yes, I'm the weirdo who openly sniffs the books. No, I'm not sorry. The selection is outstanding. I won't swear they have every genre under the sun, but I will say I've never left empty-handed--and I read everything from thoughtful nonfiction to weird fiction to "why is this cover so dramatic?" suspense novels. They've also got a fantastic large print section, which makes me look like a great daughter when I stock up for my mom. (Let's ignore that I walk out with twice as many for myself.) The staff? Lovely. Friendly. Helpful. Basically your dream book club, minus the pressure to finish the book on time. If you're into books and warm vibes, you're already one of the gang. Highly recommend. Bring a tote bag. Or three.

Oh my gosh, if you're a fiction / sci-fi / fantasy book fan, this is a very dangerous bookstore for…read moreyour wallet. SO many drool-worthy titles. I left with a literal armful of books today and it's probably for the best that I had set myself a time limit for browsing. The sections are clearly labeled and sorted by author. If you're treasure hunting for favorite authors, bring a list, because you will want to look for ALL of them. Bonus: easy to see pricing, and very reasonable. Plus the staff was friendly of course! (and they have a step-stool if you're short and want the books on the top shelf because of course I do.)

Awesome bookshop. They have both new and used books, and even a small section for DVD's. The…read morestaff clearly love books and are happy to help guide you to the perfect stories. Bonus, they sell Snowy Owl Tea here (another Buffalo local company) for the perfect books-and-tea combos.

Love this place!! Amazingly well-curated selection of used and new books. Also, they hold lots of…read morecool events open to the community!

Stopped in on a Friday night because I live walking distance from this independent bookstore. It's…read moresmall but so cozy. The staff are all so helpful and friendly. They have a good selection across many genres, even a children's book selection. Our 7 year old found a couple books to take home. They have a monthly book club. I loved the hand pressed zines. A nice bonus is the ramen shop that is connected through the cute artist's alley at the back of the store. Can't wait to come back!

Tiny place but in a cute and cozy way - well worth a stop-in. They have both new and used books,…read morewith the curated selection leaning heavily toward indie authors (indy? independent.) Categories are clearly labeled on the shelves; some include historical fiction, poetry, sci-fi/fantasy, mystery, horror, and dystopian fiction. The proprietor is super nice. Parking is available on the street (Buffalo Roam app required), in a paid parking lot around the corner, or in a parking garage across the street (looks like there are EV hookups there). Ring the buzzer button on the sign and they will open the door and walk you to the correct suite in the building. I noticed a "cafe opening soon" sign just down the street, which feels like a perfect afternoon.

Adorable bookstore with mostly books for kids and teens. I love all the clear signage here!…read more Shelves are organized by age group with sections for different interests, so it is easier for kids to find a new favorite book about something they enjoy. Regular bookstores can be overwhelming for kids who may not know what to look for, but a sign saying "books for animal lovers" is sure to get some interest. There are also sections for "snuggle up and read picture books" and "I am ready for longer chapters and bigger ideas", for example. LOVE IT. The curated book selection has many inclusive books too, not something I see in most kids' collections. Although the majority of books here are kid-focused, I found a couple to add to my to-read list too. There is a small parking lot around the back of the building for easy parking.

We've been wanting to check this bookstore out ever since we noticed it across from the zoo. Today,…read morewe were drawn in by the trail of bubbles outside the shop. There's a cute area in front of the big windows for reading. The book collection is wonderfully curated. I saw a lot of YA and middle grade titles in addition to children's books, including books I never saw before. Meg was very helpful and friendly, and she encouraged my son to branch out with the first Tristan Strong book. I wish my other son - another picky reader - came with us because I think he would have been happy to see the range of inclusive offerings.