I was running some errands and drove past this book store. I was curious to see what was inside, so…read moreI turned around and parked and went inside to take a look. This is quite the hidden gem of a bookstore in Atlanta! This place feels very cozy and calming. There are countless books throughout the entire store sorted by genres. They even have a downstairs area filled with additional books as well as periodicals and magazines. The store almost transports you back in time, because there are sooooo many older and vintage copies of books. They even have some signed books for sale too! I saw a Dr. Seuss booked that was signed by the man himself...pretty cool if I do say so myself! The signed copies vary, but definitely take a look when you're there! It would make a super cool gift for someone. Another cool thing, is that they have 2 store cats! You will most likely find them by the front desk with the employees. One was napping when I came and the other was sitting right by the desk. The books all vary in price. It kinda just depends on what you get. I'll definitely be back in the future to take a further look!

This huge eclectic vintage store is a whole vibe. You could literally hang out here all day…read moreperusing the bookshelves. Lots of interesting books of every genre that you can imagine vintage magazines, including Playboy magazines, and periodicals we loved every inch of this bookstore. We will be back.

Love this used and new bookstore in Inman Park. You'll find many Southern writers who have signed…read morethe book (that they wrote) for the former owner of the book. Those are the books sell for a lot of money here, especially if the writer is no longer alive. I bought a used copy of a book (hardcover) by Michael Lewis, not signed by him. Michael Lewis is from New Orleans but lives in the SFBA. Why are Southerners such good writers? Especially in a part of the country that tends to be very undereducated. I saw Forrest Gump (hardcover) signed by the author too. Now I know what Winston Groom's signature looks like. Winston Groom is from Alabama but born in D.C., and he eventually moved away from the South to NYC. Of course, lots of David Sedaris books here. He's another Southern writer from North Carolina but born in NY. He lives in England now (where his mother is from).

They are racist here. Multiple different black people have experienced the same mistreatment.read more

I LOVE this bookstore. Every time I come here I feel like I'm being transported to a magical…read moremagical place. So many books, and even a lower level WITH MORE BOOKS. I love the amount of tables with books displayed throughout the store. It makes discovering new books so much easier. Specifically I love the international books and staff picks tables. The staff was very kind and helpful. I will definitely be returning here many more times.

Total gem of a bookstore in VaHi!…read more This place has a lot of quaint neighborhood charm and offers a wide range of books and gifts. As an out of towner, I appreciated the postcards of the Atlanta skyline done by a local artist. I loved the overall aesthetic of the store: creaky wooden floors, hand-written staff recommendation cards, local art on the walls...very neighborhood bookstore vibe. Comfortable. Cool stuff to discover. The basement definitely warrants a trip, so head downstairs if you can. And then look up. It's a cool list of authors, one on each stair. Insta-worthy for sure. ;)

A very cute, quiet spot in Vinings! There's seating available if you want to get some work done,…read moreplus a selection of books for sale if you're in the mood to read while you relax. The s'mores latte was absolutely delicious and hit the spot. Definitely check this place out!

We were in the area and in the mood for some coffee and found The Read Shop. We entered the…read morelittle boutique coffee shop / book store and were greeted warmly. I ordered a Cafe Mocha and Wifey ordered an Americano. As we were waiting for our order we browsed around and checked their selection. The place is small but they had a little bit of everything. Next thing we knew our order was ready and we headed out. What a little hidden gem we stumbled upon and I would definitely recommend a visit.

This is a nice local bookstore and gift shop in the Chinatown building. The books are mostly in…read moreChinese though but there are a few books for kids that are bilingual. I actually bought a Magic Tree House book because it was bilingual and they had Traditional Chinese characters with bopomofo (alphabet) alongside the characters. I have never seen a bilingual book like this before! They have some cute stickers and cards here too. I also saw a small selection of snacks and condiments like chili crisp. The cashier (who was probably the owner) was very nice! She spoke English and Mandarin.

A charming shopping experience with a great selection of Japanese stationary, teas and teaware, and…read morechinese language books. The staff were beyond friendly, able to tell me about the new products I was interested in, and discuss the tea knowledgeably. The boutique was so cute we took our time checking every corner of the shop, and walked away with some lovely new pens for journaling. I'll be sure to come back any time I'm near here! And the surrounding complex had a surprising array of food, a lovely indoor/outdoor eating area, and stores full of international goods of many kinds. Maybe next time calls for a visit to Dim Sum next door followed by some tea from their shop!

Loved this bookstore! It is small but mighty. They have a great selection across genres and are…read morehappy to order anything they don't have in stock. I got some really cute stickers and accessories and a print I really liked. And I signed up for their reading challenge for 2026!

Oh what a gem!! I adore this shop. Every book that the staff has suggested has been a complete…read moredelight. Their kids section is also packed with winners. I also love the overall vibe of the shop, it just feels cozy and like an old school bookstore of the 1990's. Lastly, their selection of non-book items make them my favorite go-to for gifts -- a book and a little item is perfectly rounded. 11/10 certainly recommend.

it smells really good, there are a lot of crystals to pick from and incense. there is also a lot of…read morecats roaming around that you can pet, highly recommended!

I've been coming to this wonderful, locally owned business for 30 years…read more They have all the things you're looking for: crystals, incense, books, jewelry, tarot decks, candler, herbs, Florida Water, wish paper, oils, holiday gifts, meditation bells, cards, and KITTIES! They have a few shop cats that are super cute and friendly. They do professional tarot and psychic readings here. They have multiple readers to choose from. They also have a lot of fun events. Look at their calendar to see what's coming up. I went to a tarot readers group years ago where we practiced reading for one another and that was a lot of fun! I hope to see many more years from this great store! Go check it out!

I've walked by the place sooooo many times and never stopped in. I saw that they were having a book…read morefestival so took the kiddos and had such a wonderful time. There is paid parking lot right outside the front of the store with several other areas for parking nearby but we walked over from MARTA and it was a breeze. The store is huge! There are sooooo many books and I love the layout. The signage makes it super easy to find what you're looking for and the staff are super helpful. The bookstore itself is so inviting and the kiddos loved playing in the play area where they could interact with other kiddos, read a book, and play with trains. There is a wide selection of books for allll sorts of folks, genres, ages and I appreciated how inclusive the selections were. We definitely came out with a ton of books and I'm sure we'll be back soon for more! Read more books!!!!

One of the best bookstores I've been to! Little Shop of Stories has such a welcoming and charming…read moreatmosphere. The staff are incredibly friendly, and I love that they regularly host authors and special events. There is also great artwork throughout the store, which adds so much character to the space. It's the kind of independent bookstore that's fun to explore even when you don't have a particular book in mind. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in Decatur!

Super great place! Everything was organized really great and the staff are so kind. They even gave…read moreme great music recommendations :) there's not much recent stuff so just make sure you know that going in! Overall I loved this place and I will definitely be visiting again. There was a lot of genres a huge variety. The values are also great they have a chart.

My Review of the Book Crook: Waiting 48 Years to Leave This Google Review…read more On my 13th birthday decades ago, my parents opened a small new-and-used bookstore called The Book Trading Post here in the Atlanta area. They ran it successfully for 12 years. My father had connected with Alex, the owner of the original Book Nook on or near North Decatur/Clairmont, who promised a great variety of around 30,000 books. What arrived instead were massive duplicates -- 30 to 50 copies of the same titles. It was a horrible, upsetting experience that stayed with my father. At the time I was 13 and didn't really know what it all meant -- I just knew he was upset. My father passed in 1981 after chemotherapy and radiation at Emory. Recently, I brought in a large personal collection to the current Book Nook Decatur location -- over 130 albums plus many books, including rare 1940s-1960s sci-fi classics and a signed copy of Miracle in Atlanta. As a longtime collector of coins, books, comics, historic color brochures, and more, I knew the value easily exceeded $500, likely more. I first spoke with the manager on March 25th of this year. He gave a standard percentage quote and left a message. When I returned on March 27th to collect payment, I received just $70. They kept all the books -- which filled the entire counter on the right when you walk in -- and roughly half the albums. I left with two small suitcases. Walking around the store afterward, I saw their selling prices and realized they stand to make a substantial profit. I spoke with the manager (Doogie, like Doogie Howser from the 1980s show) and then with an employee named Scott, who has been there for years. I shared some of this backstory. Scott was pretend friendly and even suggested I didn't really need to write a bad review. That conversation left me feeling extremely uncomfortable, and that discomfort is exactly why I decided to write this review now. The owner is very old (likely in his late 80s or early 90s) and does not come into the store. I felt the manager was dishonest in the way the offer and process were handled. It all felt like history repeating itself in the worst way -- like a scene from Red Dawn: "Avenge me." In the end, I just took the money to be done with it. This isn't just about one low payout. Most people don't know the old story of The Book Trading Post and that first disappointing deal with the Book Nook. Now the full 48-year circle -- from my parents' store in the 1970s to today -- is part of the public record. If you have anything of real value (books, albums, collectibles), think carefully before bringing it here. Get your own realistic expectations and consider other options. P.S. For comedy purposes, I've officially renamed this place The Book Crook.

Really liked this store. Wife and I came in looking for jellycats and I ended up with a few other…read morethings. Loved the atmosphere and all the fun things they had in the store, ended up getting a car air freshener, some pigeon chip clips, and an Atlanta sticker I thought was fun. Felt value was good but I wanted these things so didn't really matter. The service was really good too, everyone that worked here was so friendly. I asked a question about the jellycats and they answered. I then checked out after doing another lap and the cashier was so nice. I will for sure come back again next time we are in area.

Well curated little book store at Ponce City Market. Can get very busy on weekends. Great selection…read moreof new and popular books as well as little blind boxes. Worth a visit.