Exceeds my expectations of a bookstore. I came from out of town for a book event and Jack Harlow…read morewas paying for everyone's book. I was in line about 3 hours early for the event not expecting anything special, but Carmichaels booksellers SPOILED the line. They brought out umbrellas to block to hot sun for us sweating, had cold water bottles for everyone, and even brought a tray on chips and two options of queso/dip for us. This was all before I even got to experience the inside of the store. The team treated me life family-even better. The books selection is beautiful and they even have stickers, and more than you can imagine adding to your shopping bag such as custom match boxes and custom candles plus more! I could browse all day. The team helped my find books, gave personalized recommendations, and even helped me pick a souvenir, and were so comforting and welcoming while they helped. During the event they were also taking pictures so I could have memories to look back on forever, I didn't need to pull out my phone once. They have it all, the team shines. Beautiful humans with beautiful souls. Huge shoutout to Beth and Tajah for getting wonderful pictures of me that I will cherish forever. Sending hug! Love you Carmichaels! Shoutout Jack Harlow for putting me on. Much love, MB

Carmichael's is a local favorite and I continue to be impressed they've thrived in Louisville,…read morehaving 3 stores. The Highlands location is well known and for years I shopped there every time we waited to be seated at Ramsi's or wanted coffee from Heine Bros. The store offers a variety of books and every inch is packed with their picks; however, I enjoy following their social media pages to stay aware of their events. The website is also full of information, including new books and pre-sales. Carmichael's is an intimate setting of taking turns to see a shelf or corner of the store. That's part of its character. The staff are nearby and ready to help. Street parking. Shop local - buy gift cards.

VERY interesting place! Yes, it is run out of the owners house, but you would swear he sleeps on…read morebooks! They are wall to wall, first editions, etc. It's not your typical bookstore with a rack for popular sci-fI, or fantasy, he has complete rooms dedicated to history, arts, self-help, etc. but they are mostly old. The smell of old books permeates the entire house. It's a beautiful thing. Go spend an hour looking at historic Louisville books, (I found a courier journal cookbook from the mid eighties here!) or go upstairs to peruse a wall of art! It's a fantastic place!

From the owner: Buying and Selling Used and Rare Books--Specializing in History, Military, Kentucky, Art & Art…read moreHistory, Philosophy & Religion, Genealogy, Poetry, Fine Leatherbound, Antiquarian, Signed and Collectible, Documents, Posters and Ephemera

Favorite bookstore ever. They always have the best deals, including when they run the box specials…read morewhere they have a mystery box full of books for various prices. I love getting one of those because you pick the genre and then get like 20 mystery books for $10 or whatever. Obviously it varies, but I think it's a great way for them to get rid of overstock of the smaller chunky sort of books. (readers will know what I mean) and it's a great way to get new books for a good price and there's a surprise aspect. I know they do boxes for romance, thrillers, and mystery, but I'm sure they have others. I've also told so many people about this, but you can get 45s (the small records) for $.10 each and they make great room decor. Also, if you have a record player, you can listen to them but yk... being a performative teen and all...

I really enjoy browsing the many shelves at Half Price Books. If one wants to browse all of them,…read moreadequate time should be allotted! I am a big fan of the back wall where there is a shelf or two of even deeper discounted books. In addition to books, there is a large selection of vinyl records, movie DVDs, toys, games, comic books, puzzles, stationary, and so much more. We really enjoy the children's section as we like to have books at our home for the grandchildren to enjoy when they visit. As the children get older, the game section will become an important area for us too! The staff are super friendly and very knowledgeable. I tried to participate in the book buy back program for store credit, but found the payout to be so slim that I decided donating my books was a better option for me.

I wondered where the kids were getting the vintage t-shirts, or the-t shirts from my own youth. Now…read moreI know. This store have a friendly staff, a helpful one. They have a superb selection of the things from books to music on several formats, more books, pins, magnets, stickers, and ephemera. I love ephemera. I really love the chance to buy something that wasn't mass produced or to give something a new life. I feel like this is a great way to have a fresh style (or your one from high school) or be a little unique. It kills me that you can buy similar shirts at the big box store and have no idea what it's about which tells me I'm old. Also the lighting in there is not oppressive. Why do people love to be under interrogation lights all the time? Fat Rabbit also features local artist cards/postcards which are a big part of my life. I am glad to have found post cards that do not require a mortgage on my least favorite nephew (or the naming rights on his first child). Most of all the people who work there are friendly.

The joy of the hunt! Is that vintage?…read moreThat's so rare! Did you see what I found! Are the best of things that come from finding a new thrift store and shop. We are in a new city and the finds are very great. We happened upon this unique vintage store. They sell local items and craft creations for sale. It's an all in one type of shop. The staff are very helpful. The store is a small space and parking is on the street . What a cool name too! Come and get your vintage on . They have a great collection of "Louisvilles own unique art of post cards. Love it. Now it's your turn to stop in and see.

Unfortunately, this bookstore is closed forever. It has…read morebeen a landmark and popular gathering place. It will be missed. Tom, be well. Thank you for the memories.

Really wasn't sure what to expect when going into a place that is so vaguely named The Bookstore…read more... ok, well maybe we had a bit of an idea. Horse Cave, KY is a surprising little destination on our trip to Mammoth Caves and we were delighted with our finds while visiting this little town. Most everything is located in a pretty small quadrant, so you can make your rounds to all the different shopping locations pretty easily. This book store was surprisingly big, and had something from every genre. Prices are reasonable and they even have some items that would be considered more collectable and had prices that acknowledged that. Staff was really nice and helpful and they had some really great prices. We would stop in here again if we made our way back to Horse Cave.

Always a big fan of HPB!…read more Like the others I've been to, this location is well laid out, but with surprises mixed in. I liked looking at the antique and rare books by the entrance. And overall there is a nice selection. Unlike B&N and other big box stores, you might not find all books written by a particular author, but half the fun is coming upon treasures you weren't expecting. The staff were also helpful. I would definitely shop here again!

This place is my second favorite half priced books. This half priced books has a better selection…read moreof cookbooks than other half priced books and by that I mean, "If I am looking for a specific cookbook this half priced books is the TARDIS and it exists in this Half Priced Books." If I need a fiction book or a rare book for my collection of books I'll read once and never again then I have to go to the other HPB. I feel like the other HPB gives me more for my books than this one but I could wrong. I have no way of gauging that really. Time will tell.

"Knowing it's the more you can ever do for yourself."…read more Read and then read some more. Digital content is taking over. Mine love a good story from a physical book. We are here at a larger Barnes and Noble. The size and selection of this particular local is amazing. They actually have a music and movie area. They sell movies here still on DVD and blue ray. We came in just to look and gave a movie collection a whole bunch of new titles. Do you remember what an actual physical magazine looked like? It's made of paper. They sell every type of magazine you could ever imagine. Vogue, Vanity Fair, and others. The fashion ones have always been my favorites. Now if you are looking for something different, a unique look for mailing letters this is your chance to make other happy to receive a special note card. Who loves the smell of a hand made candle? We burn so many they have a large selection that smell so great. Now this Barnes and Noble is so cool, that you might have to wait to check out. We had to remind the clerk that we were members of the Barnes and Noble program. They can look it up and give you discounts for members only special offers. The best of all things in this book store you will want it all. It's what you really need for great values and pricing that you take advantage of. It's off for now to read our new books and watch the latest movies to the collection. Thank you for keeping the physical copies of media in stock. Shop here more to keep your favorite in your hands.

Still a relaxing experience each occasion I visit - and I love it's so close to home. Today I…read moreneeded a mental break from home and this was the perfect space to quietly walk the aisle, leaf through a few books, relax in chairs, and shop the tables full of non-book items. On some occasions I have paused at the Starbucks cafe. Two years ago it was a common spot to be with my son as he applied for college scholarships. I can't imagine the number of books the store holds. Every category outlined and clearly marked. Other items to buy include calendars, journals, music, home decor, writing supplies, games, Legos, toys, magazines, and more. I watched several people walking around with 2-3 books in hand. A featured author was also visiting and speaking with customers about their new book. Associates restocked books and helped customers. Labor Day weekend included several tables of books marked at 50% off. Others are comparable prices and you'll always find aisles of marked down books. Unsure what to buy? Pick up a gift card. Plenty of parking in the private lot.

Great spot to find new picks, lacks a good discount section. Huge location with good variety of…read morebooks and genres, magazines, and gifts. Great location and huge parking lot for easy access.

I stopped in recently for a few packets of Pokémon cards and while I enjoyed my experience at the…read morestore over all , I found the pushy sales pitch to join the membership progrum to be off putting . When I declined , I was questioned in an almost hostile tone as to why I would not be joining . I will likely shop elsewhere .

The Rosewater is a used bookstore that is ran by volunteers and supports the south end community…read morewith their sales. We were greeted right away by a volunteer working to organize and check-in donated books. One side of the renovated house holds fiction and another holds non-fiction. Upstairs is a kids area, restroom, and closets full of paperbacks. A few tables and the closets offered 3 or 2 books for $1. Quite a deal when you are like me, not searching for a particular book, just looking for an interesting story. In the front room near the register you can find vintage and collectible books as well as new arrivals. I also appreciated that coffee and tea were made for those that wanted to sit and stay awhile. Tell your friends about the Rosewater - I'm sure it's a hidden store. I've been incredibly close to it (across from the Streatery) and had no idea! Because it is a used bookstore, you can't guarantee they have what you're looking for, but the thrill is in finding what you didn't know you needed. Street parking is fairly easy to find. Near food and coffee shops.

a wonderful and affordable bookstore! I came for Indie Bookstore Day and i appreciate the wide…read moreselection here. All books are under the flat price of $5 for paperbacks and $7 for hardcovers with some books that are in their sales closets for even cheaper. They also have a great kids selection. This place is also nonprofit and run by volunteers!

Being as I am a total nerd and lover of comics, video games, movies and music, I am always up for…read morechecking out shops that feature any or all of this type of merchandise. I was told by a friend of mine about Great Escape as a store in Louisville that I should certainly check out and well, after taking a trip recently, I absolutely agree. Great Escape is a store that might be a bit of a sensory overload for you if you're the kind of nerd like I am that also has a fine appreciation for vinyl as well as comics and even classic video games. Vintage shops are some of my favorite places to check out and Great Escape is now my go-to place for such items. Upon entering, you will immediately take a trip to wherever your nerdy imagination desires whether it be heading towards their insanely impressive collection of Star Wars toys or the amazing display of vintage vinyl records and music on a variety of other platforms. Great Escape also has a great selection of video games from just about any era of gaming from Atari all the way to the current generation of gaming which as a video game collector certainly was pleasing. The assortment of comics will keep you here flipping through them for hours as Great Escape has a number of classic stories that should please any comic book fan and what's even more impressive is the prices are extremely reasonable from discounts on graphic novels to a $.99 section of comics which provides a wide assortment that any fan, young or old, can appreciate. If you are looking for the place to shop for vintage comics, movies, music and more, look no further than the Great Escape as it will captivate you with the sheer amount of treasures you will find and even some you didn't know you wanted.

I love the greatest escape because it brings you back to a childhood. It's one of those old-school…read morevibe type of comic book places and sometimes they don't always have a comic book that I want, but they sure have the energy that I need.