My experience at 417 books was a splendid time. The young lady in the store was knowledgeable, most…read morefriendly and very polite and helpful. I didn't quite find the book or type of books that I went into the store to buy, but did find several similar texts that I probably will return in by tomorrow. Again my experience was absolutely terrific and I highly recommend this small, but Qwaint and quite well stocked bookstore

I easily found a couple of books that need to be read by me. The person working here was…read moreknowledgeable and helpful. Very good pricing. Go here and buy a book to support these folks!

amazing place with lots of character! filled with books full of characters. Like the owner who is…read morean unique individual that makes you feel like you have just came home. very inviting It beckoned to me to just come in! I left with much more than just music CD's.

This is everything you look for in a used bookstore! Melinda ( hope I spelt it right) adds to the…read morecharm of this little book store. That and decor! Lots of comfy old chairs and a couple carved wooden hand chairs. She takes time to explain how it's organized. The store is eclectic, well organized and easy to explore. Perfect place to get lost with a book after you find your treasure! We had to cut our visit short due to our 12 year old not feeling well. Melinda was thoughtful and offered her a freshly brewed herbal tea to help.

A delightful little shop with a very curious way of storing books (horizontally on shelves?) (sure,…read morewhy not!)

Oof, I usually don't rate bookstores so low. I love an independent bookstore as much as the rest of…read moreyou, but for a *used* bookstore the prices are unreasonable. I saw several paperback books about $5, and they weren't in good condition either. The organization is also lacking, but I could have looked past that if the prices were lower.

Cool selection of vintage books and children's chapter books! I got some great finds for a good…read moreprice.

Best bookstore ever. Used books but you can also find almost brand new ones! These books are very…read moreinexpensive, and that's good if you want to buy multiple. Service is through the roof amazing. I love that they added the cafe. I've been going for years and before they had the coffee shop the place was good. Now they have taken even further with the coffee shop. The place is amazing! They are always happy to help!

Are you bookish? (Ya know, like "I hope she's bee-ish" from the Bee Movie, but instead, "book-ish."…read moreNo? Anyway...) If you are bookish, then plan at least an hour in this place. Think of the book store of your dreams, then make it even cooler and more "never-ending-ish." The Dickson Street Bookshop was truly a gem. Hands down the best variety I've ever seen in a used bookstore, meticulously organized, great prices. We loved it so much that after briefly stopping in before closing time, we went back the next day to truly explore- a choice that was well worth it.

What an absolute gem of a bookstore. However, give yourself plenty of time to get lost and roam the…read moreaisles. There's so much to explore. Great books around every corner. We'll definitely have to go back as we did not give ourselves enough time so heed my advice when planning your visit!!!

Ugh, I just got done running home to get a utility bill to show to renew my library card. I've had…read morea library card here for 5 years. First when it was a private library and I donated money for an annual card and now the second year since it has become a public library. I voted YES to it becoming public because I grew up appreciating having access to a library. Now, seeing how elderly the population is here, I hope more and more benefits will be developed for them through this community library. Short version to my mediocre star rating is based on the inefficiency of the one website that the staff can utilize to confirm residency, its ineffectual. As a resident of 5 years and a tax payer for 5 years, I could not be found. I sympathize with people further out of town, the elderly, new commers, and previous or on-going library patrons having to prove who they are past showing their drivers license. The information my paper file they hold has the exact same information that appears on my drivers license! I'm an election judge in Taney county, and the legal residence in the United States are allowed to vote legally easier than trying to obtain a library card here. I receive surveys to better this library and diligently fill them out. I hope this note goes towards addressing this issue. The library staff deserves better tools to assist guests to this library. Thank you,

Downstairs in the Taneyhills Library is the Friends of the Library Bookstore. This review is about…read morethe bookstore, not the library. For decades, I have only been buying my books at the Friends of the Library bookstores around the country. The money goes to support the library. The community donates their books, most of them brand new and hardbound. This is the BEST Friends Bookstore I have ever seen. I come to Branson several times a year, and I load up on books. I buy bags and bags of them here. It is an enormous room full of bookshelves. They are well organized and categorized for easy perusal. Nowhere on earth can you beat these prices!

Loved it. We had great weather on a trip to Bentonville until one day when the temperatures tanked…read moreand a cold rain fell all day long. What to do with a couple kids and no agenda? Visit this classic book store downtown! We spent entirely too much time here. My daughter doesn't know any difference from a library, so she started grabbing books and settling into a big lounge chair. We did pick a few to purchase, and really liked some of the vintage book covers they had on display, including several I had never seen before. While we didn't chat much with the staff, we overheard them talking with another family and they seem passionate about what they do and what they're bringing to downtown Bentonville. Cheers to local bookstores, and to this fun spot in a great location just off the square.

I thought this place was going to be amazing, but I was sorely disappointed. It's not organized…read morewell, and the staff is uneducated and rude. After going through the entire store, I asked a lady working there if they had an astrology or spirituality section. She looked at me like I had just slapped her and said "No. We have a fairytales section." I was shocked. ‍ I will not be going back.

Huge book selection and very affordable prices. I plan to return as soon as possible.read more

We loved it!! So many books, room after room of books!! Prices were reasonable and benefit the…read morepublic library. Definitely go meander and buy some books!!

I am pretty sure this Bookstore is under new ownership. I think it is called Chapters on Main now…read more The old books are still there but its neat, clean has an awesome coffee bar in the back, loads of local authored books, friendly staff and a great selection. Definitely worth a visit, especially if you have some time on your hands. I stopped in after seeing it listed in Only in your state. https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/arkansas/ar-chapters-on-main

Worthy of a look every six months or so, this is one of the old, musty, cavernous bookstores,…read moremulti-leveled in an ancient building, the kind that might produce a gem from early last century, or might as easily leave you empty-handed with your allergies in a rage. They trade for credit at a better rate than other used bookstores I've known. Achtung, baby! They've got cats -- several of them, all free-roaming. One or two are meanies, and they all urinate freely, leaving that special odor to mingle with the natural moldy scent of decaying books. With this added ... oh, je ne sais quoi, what other bookstore can compare?

I've come here several times over the last year and I am always so happy with my experience. I…read morealways find something great to read. Even my kids love coming here to see what is in the kid corner. Once they didn't have a book I wanted, so they just ordered it up and it came so quickly! I have recently signed up for the book box and I am excited for my monthly picks! Their coffee and treats are also great. my mom enjoys that they have some adult beverages as well. Definitely a great spot!

Best book store in Bentonville! Great book selection and friendly people. Always feel welcome when…read moreI stop in.