I had Brick & Mortar Books bookmarked for awhile. It was great to finally have an opportunity to…read morestop in (9/7/26). Welcoming and helpful staff. Nice layout of books by subject. Not vast, but well curated. I also noticed that is aldo a great spot for gift ideas. For example, there's quality plushies, culinary themed items by the cookbooks, fountain pens & ink in a display case, nice assortment of cards, just to name a few. Definitely wander through this gem of an indie bookstore. Be sure to start a stamp card. Each stamp for every $10 purchased. Complete the 20 stamps to receive $20 in store credit.

I always love popping into a bookstore even though I already own way too many :)…read more Experience: (4/5) This is a decently sized bookstore located in the Redmond Town Center. They have tons of cool events posted on flyers and chalkboards that are worth checking out. I really liked their selection and it's organized really well. I took a couple pictures of books I want to come back for. I just wish the space was a little cozier, though that's not much of something they can help. Personally, I would have a hard time reading underneath the rectangular LED ceiling lights.

The best Indie bookstore in Seattle hands-down. They have an amazing selection of books. Sometimes…read morethere are live bands playing at the stage next-door as he browse. They also host the best author events - they get amazing authors in, check-in and signing lines are really well managed, and there's always plenty of signed books to be had.

This has to be among my top 3 bookstores ever. The selection is huge, especially in the fiction…read moresection. I also adore how they have little tags for books written by local authors. There's also a counter where you can sell your used books. There's plenty of seating throughout the entire store and there's also a very big food court/cafe situation with multiple different businesses. Imagine reading with a side of Mediterranean food- such a dream come true! If Third Place Books was any closer to where I live I fear I would spend all my money here.

It may be hyperbole but Elliot Bay Book maybe the best bookstore in the United States. That's…read moresaying a lot but after spending a complete afternoon here, I am comfortable in my decree. EBB is have to visit if you are Seattle. Skip the bubblegum wall and the original Starbucks. If you truly want to see Seattle, visit Elliott Bay Book and you will thank me later. I wish I had more time to visit every section and shelf. I wandered aimelessly at first then found myself in Queer True Crime. I ended up having a fantastic conversation with a lovely human at the information desk. I don't remember their name but they even spoke with my daughter on my iPhone as I was looking for a particular book for my wife. I was also on the hunt for Etna, a novel but it was sold out. I ended up purchasing per a staff recommendation, 'Attempt at Exhausting a Place in Paris' by Georges Perec Reading the first couple of pages instantly transported back to Paris, a place I know extemely well, and I saw every bus, man, woman, child, server worker, and heard every klaxon and shouted obscenity. Do yourself a favor and search out Elliot Bay Book when you visit Seattle, you'll be supporting a local business and feeding your mind and soul.

Elliott Bay Book Company in Capitol Hill is a great spot to check out if you love a solid,…read moreold-school bookshop atmosphere with a trendy modern feel. The place is massive, with high wooden shelves, endless aisles, and a selection that spans just about every genre you can think of. If you remember the golden age of independent brick-and-mortar bookstores, walking in here hits a really nice nostalgic chord while still feeling vibrant and full of energy. The handwritten staff recommendation notes posted along the shelves are a fun touch, and having a cozy cafe tucked inside makes it easy to grab a drink and get lost in browsing for an hour or two. It is definitely a cool, memorable stop in the neighborhood whether you are hunting for a specific read or just soaking in the literary vibes.

Stopped in here just to peruse and stroll, but ended up leaving with 3 books that I am so excited…read moreabout!!! Don't be fooled by the size of the store! I admittedly felt that it was small and limited in options, but I asked someone on staff for suggestions and I'm so glad I did! The team is incredibly knowledgeable so if you have something you want (for me I wanted wlw fantasy preferably with dragons), they are happy to point you in several right directions :) Also didn't spend as much as I thought I would on 3 books, so that was a pleasant surprise! Love you B&N

This store is smaller and has a more limited selection compared to others. However, parking is…read morefree, which is a plus. I also heard that a new store is opening in Bellevue Square Mall--looking forward to checking it out and hoping it offers a larger, cozier shopping experience.

This seems like a cozy place for a variety of books (and recommendations on the table) and couches…read moreand chairs. Not sure if the 'lounge' is really intended for people to sit and browse. But it does offer 'tea' so I guess it's alright to sit and browse. In addition to selling books, they also have greeting cards, and puzzles. I recommend checking out this place if you are in the Bothell area of Washington.

A cute cozy little bookstore. It's small, so not much selection, but a lovely place to browse or…read moresit a bit.

Busy on a Saturday night. Aisles were semi-packed with people, trying to find their next list of…read morebooks to read or a quick fix of a book. All fairly priced. Of course, the more popular the book currently is or the more popular the author currently is, the discount wont be as significant. Their upstairs is filled with educational books. It was fairly empty. Overall, a great stop for your next book to read!

I've been here only twice to sell books and DVDs, the people at the store are very rude and picky,…read moreas if they were buying diamonds. They said I needed to wait for an hour and be in the store available, it is not worth the time, I took around 30 books,30+ DVDs and someCDs and they offered 7 dollars! They just need to be kind and not rude!

This is why bookstores are going out of business. I went in…read moreto buy several books and a floor puzzle for my kids. I was really focused on buying books surrounding going potty. There is a really nice gentleman who was working the registers who left his post to try and help me find any books on potty , because I wasn't able to find any myself. He informed me they had just moved the potty books, and he hadn't had time to familiarize himself with the section, but he wasn't able to find any either. He apologized profusely, and informed me he had to go back to the registers and his coworker who was in receiving would be out in a few minutes and could potentially help me. He also apologized because they were short staffed. This is obviously not his fault, but man, what a shame, I had another set of books in my hands and a floor puzzle. I put everything back and I'll be ordering it all on Amazon.

Who knew Barnes & Noble was still a thing? Apparently the new Totem Lake shopping center did…read morebecause there's a spot here for Barnes and Noble at this trendy area, conveniently located next to Trader Joe's and Whole Foods. So if you miss this mega book chain then here you have it in Kirkland. After an appointment nearby, I decided to walk around the shopping center, checking out what's new and spotted Barnes & Noble. When I walked in, I saw there was a café to the right of the entrance and the main store straight ahead, which is more compact in size than other BN locations I've visited. None the less, it is an inviting space with a lot to check out. Like I mentioned, the size is much smaller than expected, but the selection is key here, as they feature a lot of their best selling items and new releases. I also liked that the dark green and dark wood accents are long gone, as the store has transformed into a more well-lit, bright space. If you're a reader and are at the Totem Lake shopping plaza, then this new Barnes & Nobles is worth a gander.

I never knew Ridgecrest Books existed until I visited during our Seattle Independent Bookstore Day…read morecrawl, and absolutely loved the charm of this small, neighborhood bookstore. It's what every neighborhood needs, really. Ridgecrest Books is located in the Ridgecrest neighborhood of Shoreline, which isn't huge, but has just what this cozy area needs. Among other businesses, Ridgecrest Books is one of the few businesses on a central street with plenty of street parking. My friends and I visited during the Seattle Independent Bookstore Day, so it was pretty busy in the small bookstore, but was still a welcoming experience. They even had discounted books on racks outside the store, in addition to the collection inside. They don't have the largest book collection here, but it's curated well. I also love that this bookstore is dog friendly! Anytime I'm in the area, I'll definitely stop by and check out what's new at this wonderful, neighborhood bookstore.

I'm a 22 year Shoreline resident and it's terrific to see the neighborhoods evolving. Finally, an…read moreindie bookstore has opened in Shoreline's Ridgecrest neighborhood! I stopped by for the grand opening (3/9/24), had a chance to congratulate one of the owners and sign their guest book. They've been working hard restoring the site. Bright, inviting, lovely bookshelves and custom book ends. Filled with various book titles and subjects. And if applicable, nice corner spot for the kiddos! There are also store merch like onesies, Tshirts, sweatshirts, tote bags, cards, and stickers. It was nice to stop by and get an overview of their offerings. It will be nice to be able to place bookorders in my actual city, in addition to my faves in Seattle and Lake Forest Park. There's ample street parking, located at 165th & 5th near Crest Theater, Cafe Aroma, and Drumlin. Nice retail area growing in Ridgecrest!

This place is in a great location. If you are ever in the neighborhood at a nearby restaurant, at…read morethe park, or enjoying the water, make a stop at Madison Books. The shop itself is small but packs a lot of books in there. The book seller, Stephanie, was so friendly and helpful. I walked away with two books at her recommendation. There is also a selection of nonbook items like notebooks, puzzles, greeting cards, a good place for picking up a quick gift. Definitely take time to support your neighborhood, independent bookstore. I'll be visiting again soon!

Adorable little bookstore with a ton of selection! There seemed to be just one or two copies of…read moreeach book which means they can fit a lot of books into a small space. The worker was friendly and we had a lovely chat about books. I look forward to the recommendation she made.