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    3.5 (74 reviews)
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    LaToya B.

    Love coming here with my kids. It's really a great way to spend some time and kill some time. I also love coming here and comparing prices to Amazon. Sometimes Barnes and Noble has a better deal. I come to this location specifically because it has the built in Starbucks and great spot to post up and start a good book. Great location, awesome book selections, and staff is always kind and helpful. 5 stars all around.

    Mimi L.

    We stopped by this bookstore to get Starbucks coffee drinks while touring Chandler. It's the only Asian community in Arizona so we wanted to check it out. This bookstore is located at the Chandler fashion mall with an outdoor entrance. Store itself is huge but kinda dated. Still it's as great as any Barnes & Nobles. I just love bookstores! The Starbucks here is a good sized store with many little cute gifts to choose from. The dry flower bookmarks were so pretty and unique. We walked around a little and got our coffee drinks. The caffeine boosts got us ready to drive to Phoenix airport & fly home. Glad to see a Barnes & Noble bookstore still surviving in Arizona!

    Paula C.

    I am an avid reader and read most of my books on my phone as I always have it on me and well it's just convenient. However, when one of my inspirational mentors publishes a book (Jay Shetty), I want a hard copy. I pre-ordered mine and then decided to purchase one for my daughter. So, I thought I'd stop at Barnes and Noble and get her a copy. I'm giving them 5 stars because their location is clean and organized. A Starbucks is conveniently located inside the establishment. Those of you who read my reviews know I'm a big coffee lover! You can enter from within the mall as well as the parking lot. Great selection and is well stocked, a good section for journals, stationery, and the staff is helpful and readily available for checkout.

    Janelle F.

    I love Books and Barnes and Noble is a favorite for me. Whenever I get a chance I try and visit one. Nothing is better than just relaxing with a old school book and no tablet/screens. It's quite inside and most times you can even enjoy s coffee in their cafe. Today we left with few things. I love their small desk decor/games etc. this location is huge, clean and organized well. Service was friendly as well.

    This looks so spooky
    Dianalynn R.

    This is a good place for gifts for readers, game players, model makers, writers, artists, collectors, thinkers, and all ages of people. I can't imagine not finding a gift here. The clearance is a pretty great section. Good Wi-Fi Coffee The only thing keeping me from giving it a 5 star is that they get pricing wrong about every third time I visit. I had a 50% off sticker on the game, got charged more than half. Same with a few books. It's just, I suspect, that their computers don't catch it and the people ringing me up aren't looking at the big red sticker. I've had to double check my receipts for years. It's second nature. Other than that, it's a terrific store.

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    Susan K.

    Definitely crowded for the Christmas season. My husband was searching for a few books on chess and needed more than the first few pages provided by Amazon. He found a couple books - perfect. The registers by the parking lot don't have a wait.

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    Mike F.

    One of the survivors of the ongoing retailpocalypse. This "brick and mortar" store lets you pick up and peruse physical copies of books before purchasing, unlike those "online" retailers. Good old-fashioned big box bookstore. The coffee in the cafe is Starbucks brand but the food isn't and it's way better.

    Ry N.

    Well, like just about every Barnes and Noble we have ever been to, this place is a readers dream come true. Let your imagination go wild from Harry Potter, Star Wars to autobiography and so many more. You can find Lego sets to novelty items to support your anime addiction. A Starbucks is conveniently located inside of the establishment. You can enter from within the mall as well as the parking lot. Quiet, super clean and well organized. Keep in mind that if you entered from within the Mall, the back gate locks on mall hours.

    Cara T.

    B&N's has a great array of offers in their bookshop. Fiction, non fiction, music, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, graphic novels, gifts, games, toys, music and more! Such a wide selection in this day & age where paper books are not the most coveted ítems in town. LOL They have a Starbucks in Barnes and Noble & its so convenient to grab a cup of coffee or tea with a snack while shopping and enjoying the bookstore. Friendly & helpful staff. If you have time: it's such a great place to unwind and find a great read. Support is needed for this chain to survive. Apparently, Barnes and Noble are worried about Amazon nipping at their heels. Think they've already taken a bite?! The location at the northeastern corner of Gilbert & Germann roads, will close on March 28, most everything is currently 50% off. Sadly, Barnes & Noble announced plans to close about one-third of its stores, roughly 225 of them, by 2023!

    Great book
    Georgie M.

    I come to this B&N about once a month, usually at lunch. It is much smaller than some of the original B&Ns, which are now shuttered. I guess the days of those double decker, every book ever published B&Ns are long gone. No more Borders. No more B. Daltons. The list is long and distinguished. Thank you Amazon for making it cheaper and easier to buy a book, I think. Many a Saturday night, after a dinner out, we would get lost in one of the many bookstores in the Mall, looking for our next read. Now it's more magazines and periodicals that catch our attention, or puzzles or Legos. Go figure. I am a member of B&N's Membership book buyers club (and Amazon Prime), so I enjoy 10% to 30% whenever I buy a book here, (instead of doing it on my phone). LOL. Instant gratification, as they say. ThIs B&Ns has a good sized Starbucks, along with a sandwich and Cheesecake Factory operation. One well kept secret... it hasn't been taken over by WiFi zombies: Must... find.. electricity... to... eat.. my... brain. LOL Enjoy!

    Nice kids section
    Nancy M.

    This Barnes and Noble location is a good one as far as Barnes and Nobles go. It is well stocked and relatively well maintained. The book shelves are well cared for and they have a wide variety of options. Their bathroom, however, is consistently a mess! OMG! So they lose a star for that because it's been a consistent problem that apparently management doesn't care about. The employees here are generally friendly and helpful, I've found. The children's area is nicely laid out with plenty of options for various reading levels and a nice amount of elbow room. I do have one complaint although it's not with this store specifically so am not removing any stars for it. I signed up for the membership during a promotion that said if you signup you get a free Starbucks drink every month for the year. I got the first coupon via email as expected and haven't received another since and yes, you need the emailed coupon in order to redeem. So I stop in and talk with someone who tells me to call their 800 number. Grrrr. Who has time for that? I asked someone else and got the same answer. Frustrating!

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    Changing Hands Bookstore

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    4.5(425 reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    Changing Hands is not your ordinary bookstore. I've fallen in love with both locations. I initially…read morefound Changing Hands through their Phoenix location which needs a separate review of its own. Both locations have their own unique layout, so you can't even compare them. There is so much to appreciate. This one feels a bit more spacious and I found myself in the store for 2 hours just taking my time looking through the aisles. Immediately upon walking in, I was enamored by their setup and selection of books. They have every genre you can think about. Some sections that caught my eye: a dedicated kids' section and a spot for when special guests come. They're also connected to Wildflower so you can come before or after a sip and bite. Changing Hands is so special because they care about community and also support second hand! Staff is eager to help you out and guide you if you have a specific book in mind. You can bring your well loved books in return for store credit and they're quite generous with the credit. They'll take your books depending on the condition and if they need stock for that book. The cherry on top- I love that I'm supporting a local bookstore. And you even get a stamp card with a discount once you've gotten it all stamped out. Their prices are also affordable, and you can choose from new or used books which is nice. Most of their used books are in pristine condition. I support Changing Hands through and through and am so glad I ran across this bookstore. If you're a book lover, you need to go!

    UPDATE: I opened my new book up and MULTIPLE PAGES WERE…read moreRIPPED OUT. Absolutely unacceptable!!! It is OBVIOUS the staff here half ass their jobs as not only was this used book damaged to the point that I won't be able to read it in its entirety, I FOUND SOMEONES TAX DOCUMENTS IN THE BOOK and the staff DIDN'T CARE. This is without a doubt the worst store I have ever been to in my life. I am fuming and will not be coming back, which is incredibly disappointing as I was hoping to support a local business but this store is just an absolute nightmare. Review: The selection was alright at best, but the store was laid out horrifically. I struggled to find any of the books I was interested in, and the staff did not seem interested in helping me in any way. I struggled to find any of the Star Wars books I was interested in as they were just scattered randomly throughout the store whereas every single other bookstore I have been to have franchises that large in their own sections. And it wasn't just the Star Wars books, books from numerous series were scattered randomly across the store making it near impossible to find anything you'd actually want. Want the sequel to your favorite book? Well it's not going to be by the first one in the series, that's for sure. And the prices? Insane!! The used book prices are alright at best, thankfully I was lucky enough to find one decent deal on a book I had already wanted. But it was disappointing nevertheless, as a used paperback from the 90s shouldn't be $8. All of their new books are noticeably more expensive than any other bookstore I've ever been to, at least $5 to $10 more than even Barnes and Noble, who already charge too much IMO. And the staff? Horrifically unwelcoming. There was one or two employees there who made me feel welcome, greeting me on entry and being very polite. But when I found someone's PERSONAL TAX DOCUMENTS in the back of a book, the employee who I handed it off to seemed annoyed that I even acknowledged him, despite the fact that I found something incredibly personal in a used book that should have been checked before it was ever put on the shelf. I have NEVER seen something so unprofessional as I could've gone home with the document and taken this man's SSN (obviously I didn't, that's a felony and I'd rather not go to jail). And the cashier who checked me out seemed annoyed that I was even there. I understand that the economy is rough right now and that working in retail really isn't that fun or fulfilling, but at the same time experiences like that with staff are never fun. Work is hard, but I came in and was nothing but polite, minding my own business as I looked for a good book, so I don't understand why the staff couldn't have at least reciprocated with the slightest bit of positivity or kindness. They were obviously miserable and it made me feel unwelcome and has assured me that I will not be returning to this store. If you are looking for solid deals on books in the suburbs of Phoenix, you are much better off going to Bookmans, Half Price Books, or even Zia Records. Bookmans especially, as their prices on used books are unbeatable. Overall, you're better off skipping this one. While you might be able to find a decent deal, you'll be stuck searching for an hour with little to no help from the staff. It was an incredibly frustrating experience.

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    Wijaya House

    Wijaya House

    4.8(16 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    A beautiful bookshop and flower shop. Seriously, this place is what dreams are made of! Whether…read moreyou're looking for a new book or a bouquet, Wijaya is a great place to buy a gift for someone or to treat yourself. I've visited a couple times now, but on my most recent visit, I attended one of their ticketed flower bouquet making events. You can find a wide range of artsy book-related or flower-related events on their website. For this class, it was learning how to make a spiral bouquet. It was so fun learning this technique and leaving with a a bouquet that I had designed! Also, the owner is super kind and her patience and help with me while I made my bouquet was greatly appreciated. Can't wait to try another class!

    Absolutely quaint small business bookshop hidden behind the Mexican restaurant next door. I walked…read morein blind, super excited to visit since it's a woman-owned business in my city. I was immediately greeted by a young friendly woman at the front who left me to peruse the store. There's a selection of books for everyone, with sections for various genres housed on the east wall and within their bookcases and tables. I love the idea of a blind date with a book, and they had no shortage of options! There's a small area containing tees and other merch and, even tho I'm not a big sci-fi fan, I loved the setup they had for the genre! What I hadn't anticipated was the section that had the Sweet Valley Twins books! The nostalgia was HEAVY let me tell you! :) Regardless of how small the store seemed, they do an amazing job of packing in the books and I was impressed that there's literally every type of genre you could want there. Adding to the great vibes are the comfy sitting areas with plush seating, an old typewriter you can crank out 'hellos' to future visitors on, and plants and decor that add charm to some mid century modern furniture. What makes this place so unique though is the assortment of fresh flowers in the back and the flower workshops they hold each week. I haven't gone to one yet, but I plan on it, they look really cool! I highly recommend Wijaya House to any book lover, but especially those that prefer the locally owned to the big box store. I'm planning my next visit soon. :)

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    Grassrootz Books & Juice Bar

    5.0(19 reviews)
    13.6 mi
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    Family-owned & operated
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    Between my quest to visit bookshops in Arizona, combined with it being Black History Month, I…read moreheaded to the black-owned Grassrootz bookshop. It's a small shop but full of energy and culture, felt even in the quiet opening hour on a Friday. I wasn't looking for anything in particular other than to support an independently owned business. I looked through the cute children's corner, the cookbooks, history, music, and more. The book that caught my eye and that I ended up purchasing: When Broadway was Black. They also have a seed library, art to purchase, and more. Grassroots is located in downtown Phoenix and is not only a bookstore but a juice bar. Unfortunately, I was there early, and the food and drink window was not open at the time, but it's just a good excuse to return. They offer smoothies, fresh juices, coffee, and tea. The employees coming in were jovial and went out of their way to greet me across the room. As I checked out, the owner and I chatted about other bookshops that we've visited in town. He was super friendly, the kind of owner that truly takes pride in their business and make you want to support them. Per their social media, it looks like they host regular chess nights and have an upcoming open mic night tomorrow. Get out and support local Black owned businesses.

    I stopped here on my way to the airport and this place has it all! Books, drinks, and plenty of…read morespace to sit. The owner was kind and asked us how we heard of this place. It is a local shop so of course it has its charm. She offered book recommendations and answered all our questions. The cost of the books are also reasonably priced. The service at the counter was friendly and inviting. I felt very welcomed. I bought two lemon cookies which she made and they were splendid. I should have bought some more. Restrooms are clean and tidy. Overall worth a visit!

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