Lovely used bookshop with so much charm, character and, of course, the cats! This place has existed…read morein a relatively small town forever (40 years)! I started going there as a child in the late 1980s. The owner is a friendly, knowledgable guy who is there most of the time and the other staff are helpful, too. It feels great to support such a wonderful small business! Even if you don't find exactly what you may be looking for when you walk in the door, you'll probably find something on their rich shelves! What a collection!!!

This is a wonderful little corner bookstore on the west side of Central Park. For such a small…read morelocation they have an incredible amount of inventory. In addition to books there are magazines, comic books, calendars, and puzzles. The owner is very nice and he's almost always the person working there. Like myself, he's a big history fan, and has given me several good suggestions when I've been looking for a new book. I would expect him to know a lot about books, but when I mention a title, he speaks about it like he's read it. He probably has. I've been buying books here for years. Typically I use Amazon to research titles and reviews, and then go to this store to buy it. It's rare that there isn't a copy on hand, and if not they will have it there quickly. These small bookstores are need to be supported.

Fantastic little book store! While it looks small, they have a great selection. It's very…read morewell-organized (unlike some bookstores that seem to be cluttered and chaotic). The owner was very friendly and helpful. A great business that makes one happy to shop local!

Great pulls and always seams cheaper than bigger stores. Great people and great value!read more

I've been coming here for many years, as you can see from all the photos I've added. Every time…read moreI've been here I've found something good to get. The last couple times I've gotten new paints that turned out to be excellent. I like that they have 5 different brands on hand and have a plan to add another brand. Long ago I signed up for their in house rewards program and I've used it that last several times I've gone in. The selection of games is very good. My daughter loved the Squishables. There's a big room with lots of tables where games are being played. Every staff member I've ever talked to was great and always helpful.

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.

I'm a professional author so I'm passionate about local bookstores. I've been coming here a few…read moreyears. I don't know why it has taken me so long to review, but this is my favorite place in the Twin Cities to buy books. I used to live uptown and now live pretty far away, but I still make the journey here. As other reviewers have noted, it's bigger than it looks. A grower not a show-er. A clown car of books. I have sold books here and also bought used books here, which I love, because that's the only way I can afford to read as much as I want. A library card only gets you so far when you're on a crazy long waitlist for a new release. So far, I've never not been able to find what I want here. Staff is very helpful. They have a nice little children's section too. I always try to give books as a gift to kids. And I love that they give free bookmarks at checkout, because I like to read multiple books at a time.

I feel like Albert Lea hasn't had a bookstore since Book World! This is such a little gem! They…read moreeven have a cute little kid area! Close to the lake and the ice shop (open during the summer), and Ignite Nutrition. Quiet and clean, cozy feels when entering. Plentiful of books or you can come sit and do some work in the few of chairs they have available. Excited to see where this business goes, and a coffee shop inside would be AMAZING (future idea!?), along with some light music. So happy I decided to stop by here!

Great new bookstore! Lots of great selections, great kids book room! Friendly staff great…read moreaddition to Albert Lea!!!

Great selection! Good topics and great vibe. Pricing is reasonable. Will return for more.read more

This was my 19th stop on the Indie Bookstore Passport tour. Parking was tight, with limited street…read moreparking available. The store is located on the second floor. It's a used bookstore with more than 40,000 books; so prepare to spend at least an hour (if not an afternoon) perusing the bookshelves. It's easy to get lost in the stacks here, as there are LOTS of hallways and a labyrinth of rooms. There is a room for small gatherings, a rare book room, and an alcove to tuck away with a book. One window in the store has a bit of nostalgia as it overlooks Bob Dylan's old apartment (and is now the Loring Bar). If you love a used bookstore and a historic site, this place is worth a visit.

Wonderful independent bookstore with a good selection and reasonable prices. Helpful staff to get…read moreyou what you need. I don't think it's only a children's bookstore so the name is slightly misleading.

A delightful shopping experience. Staff goes above and beyond to help customers. Books, toys,…read morepuzzles and more. A Northfield gem.

Large variety of books and affordable prices. I love coming here and buying a handful of books at…read morea time.

What a joke. I brought in about 40-50 books, most hard cover, in excellent condition. After…read morereviewing my books they wanted them all. Their total offer was less than $3. Seriously. They will turn around and sell them for $8 or $9 each. I would rather give them away at that point. I packed them up and took them home. Won't go back there again