Words is a cozy little bookstore located inside Minneapolis-Saint Paul Airport. I only came in here…read morebecause: 1) I had a long layover before my flight to Dallas and I needed to kill time. 2) I noticed a sign at the front that said: Worlds Closest Bookstore... you are here. That made me laugh. Even for a small bookstore, it does have a wide selection of genres to choose from. They also sell coloring/art supplies as well as gifts like knick knacks and magnets. I got a magnet saying I love banned books, which I do. Great little place, and an excellent store if you need a book and are stuck in MSP airport.

Cute little bookshop at the airport! I was surprised at how many different titles they were able to…read morefit into the space. There's all different genres and books for all ages. I appreciated the variety and decor. I did try to strike up a conversation with the store employee twice, but it was a somewhat unfriendly encounter. A little bummed because I was seeking a book recommendation. Unfortunately, I didn't realize that the bookstore was also subject to the hospitality charge so my book ended up being more expensive than anticipated and that I could find elsewhere. I might choose to purchase a book on-the-way to the airport next time instead of my usual in-the-airport tradition. I'm assuming this isn't the store's fault directly, but did impact my experience. {32}

What an awesome bookstore! Love love loved it. It is small, it's an airport store. They carry…read morehardcovers! History, Mystery, Fiction...best airport bookstore ever and DTW (Detroit Wayne County) airport has a great bookstore-my hometown bookstore. On this trip I completed one book and bought two more....then I walked into Open Book and bought another.

This bookstore in the airport is pretty cool. Most souvenir shops just have the latest titles but…read morethis was a legit bookstore with different genres, new and old picks, and current items that make great gifts. They're supportive of the "banned books" and I snagged a nice tote bag of that design. My issue was that the worker was overly attempting to make conversations with customers and then they charged a "hospitality fee". WHAT IN THE GOOD GRACES! Unbelievable. For such a cool place that is a ridiculous stance from their management to impose on unsuspecting customers. The bag wasn't cheap and their fee is unjustified.

Lovely little bookshop with an impeccable vibe--wish I lived nearby to check out the many book…read moreclubs! The collection is small but representative, and they have a fun collection of cards, stickers, and other merch. Also just a nice place to be--everyone who came in seemed friendly and thoughtful and got excellent, individualized service.

The staff here are super friendly and helpful. It was my second stop on the Indie Bookstore…read morePassport Tour. I loved the location of the store; there were tons of cute shops to poke in and check out in the area. I found the book club offerings here interesting as well. The book selection included a good mix of nonfiction, fiction, and new releases. There was one lone chair if you wanted to sit and look at a book before purchasing.

This was my 11th stop on the Indie Bookstore Passport tour. The book selection included all genres,…read moreand the quality of the content seemed high to me. There were some cute bookish gifts. There were ample seating areas for looking at books before purchase, which is always important to me. The staff were friendly. There was street parking.

My husband and I stopped in here on a Wednesday mid-morning. There was one other person in the…read moreshop, and we were greeted by the lady working. We liked the selection of books and gifts available. They have a nice selection of children's books, for both young and old. For adults, they have classics and contemporary, fiction and non, cooking, history, etc. Plus, a clearance section! I was really intrigued by the gifts - candles that went with certain books, like, Dune, possibly Lord of the Rings (I can't remember), and they also had puzzles that were book themed. I would definitely come back, likely to get a few puzzles for my puzzle loving family, and to see what books the staff is currently recommending.

I visit Minneapolis regularly from the East Coast, and a visit that doesn't include Moon Palace is…read morea substandard visit. Any new book that I hear about and want to buy, they invariably have in stock, alongside a wonderful selection of titles I may not have realized existed. They're the kind of place that gets me excited about the world, even if they also remind me there will never be enough time to read everything I want to. I've been to a ton of independent bookstores in the Twin Cities, and Moon Palace is the best. Heck, I've been to a ton of bookstores in a lot of cities, and if Moon Palace isn't the best anywhere, I can't think of one better right now.

I think Moon Palace books is an awesome bookstore! They have a lot of difference genres and books…read morefor all ages. The staff are very friendly and they also have a small restaurant/cafe in the back! The book prices sometimes feel a little more expensive than other book stores. This shop is also awesome in that they are very inclusive of all types of people from difference backgrounds and they are very openly advocates for many important causes!

Great local bookstore with so many options. Not only do they sell books but they have some other…read moreadjacent items which can make great gifts and they hold a lot of nice events. Staff was so friendly. It's great to come here! Plenty of Street parking.

Love independent book stores, so no surprise I found this spot quaint and refreshing. The building…read moreit's located in is over hundred years old and you can feel it in the low ceilings and incredible library ladders and stairs. The store is deep and keeps going too the further you explore inward. An impressive selection of topics are available. It's an old bookstore but it's got contemporary finds. I was especially pleased with their LGBTQ+ and gender studies sections-- I could read forever and never get through all the books they had! Prices seem to be reliably a hair off MSRP, which is nice considering today's economy. It can be expensive to stay educated! The employees were all quite friendly and eager to assist in helping me find what I was looking for. They also have things like puzzles, journals, planners, calendars, greeting cards, stickers, postcards, and more, along with their own merch of T-shirts, sweatshirts, book bags, mugs, etc.

Excelsior Bay Books is a nice stop for a day by the lake!…read more There was a good selection of new books, many of which were geared towards younger readers. The space was small but light and open. It was wonderful looking out onto the lake at the end of the street. The best part was the adorable bookshop poodle! Stop by for a lakeside view, some books, and a cute pup!

Really pleased with this independent bookstore right off the lake. I was visiting family from LA,…read morewhere hip bookstores abound. I was surprised by the wonderful selection, although there is more of an emphasis on YA and children's novels than what I'm used to. Ended up grabbing "So Much For That Winter," a book of novellas by Dorthe Nors. What struck me more than the book was the friendliness of the shop owners, a husband and wife duo. As more people stopped by, it was clear that there were many regulars. Both owners gave recommendations and welcomed people by name. Even as I was checking out, I was charmed that they wrote purchased books down on pen and paper. A true mom and pop bookstore. I hope to return the next time I'm in town - please support small businesses so gems like this can continue to make communities better!

A cute independent bookstore nestled in the heart of Victoria, MN!…read more This was my first stop on the 2024 Indie Bookstore Passport and it was a great way to start the day! Victoria is a cute little town and Chapter One is a lovely addition. There is a large section for younger readers and the adult section has many of the newest popular reads. The service was friendly and welcoming, making this a great stop if you're looking for a friendly bookstore!

The cutest bookstore I've ever been to! Great book selection, great book related gifts, and great…read morevibes. i highly recommend checking this place out! Thank you for a great experience :)