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.

Staff was extremely helpful and attentive! Omg such a varied selection of authors and genres. I'm…read moreimpressed! Value? Well it is what it is. They charged me what the book jacket s

Top notch book store! I found street parking easily and went in on Saturday morning. I was greeted…read moreupon entrance and given a little tour of the place as well as help finding the section I was looking for. They have new and used books, great music, and helpful staff. I will definitely be back for another visit!!

A wide variety of books and I love the way it's setup. The building itself is beautiful, the…read morecostumer service was great and I had an all around good time!

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.

I loved this little book shop that had coffee options as well. This place is about 15-20 minutes…read moreaway from Atlanta airport and very convenient if you are waiting to pick someone up and have a bit of time you can stop here. I loved all the book variety they had. They also have a full on coffee menu with a few eats options as well. Overall, would love to visit again for a longer time. The employees were great and made my drink just like I like it- I ordered a caramel latte. Parking is decent and there is a small parking lot all around and it's free to park. There are also a few stores to shop near this shop.

The read shop was smaller than I thought it would be. There is only space for a few chairs and…read morewindow seats. The book selection is a plus. They range from interior design to art and recipes. I ordered the Honey oat latte. Even in a to go cup they created foam art. I thought that was a nice touch. The coffee tasted great so I think I'll be back to browse more books in the sunlight and sip coffee.

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!

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.

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!

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!

It's the end of the comfortable and get your metaphorical items here. Today I visited the store and…read moremost of the vendor items are gone, this store is so empty of products, books, candle kits and other items. My account that I have had for years is gone, the male cash register person at the jewelry counter said that I must have unenrolled my email address that is why they couldn't find my account by phone number or email. Hoot Owl is still a positive option

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!!!!

I love this little bookstore!…read more Well, there's nothing little about the space and endless opportunities to find literary greatness at this bookstore in the heart of Decatur. I've had the opportunity to visit Little Shop of Stories numerous times since I moved to Atlanta, but my visits totally hit differently now that I'm a mom. As someone raised by a teacher (with help from Reading Rainbow and Levar Burton), I've passed this onto my son although he can't read yet, lol. So we are always adding to his little library as he grows. Beyond books, Little Shop of Stories also carries so many fun educational toys for kids and books for readers of all ages. It's so easy to get lost in their large collections, but luckily they keep it incredibly organized and make it easy to find whatever your imagination can dream of. After finding a few goodies to take home to my little one, I strolled around the store a bit more and took in the whimsical vibes. Just being in there lifted my mood! Seriously a wonderful place to transport yourself into the magical world of books and discovery, no matter your age.

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.

We have not been here in a long time. This is a fun place you could get lost in. They have…read moreeverything a collector could ever want: books, comics, DVDs, LPs, toys and more. I overheard someone say, "This place is huge" and it is. It is much bigger than you think when you see it from the outside. There are so many twists and turns to explore. We took our time and wandered around. You can easily lose track of time. There are a few staff members up front that will help with any questions. They don't have an itemized inventory but they can point you in the right direction. I would definitely recommend this place.

Loved this book store. The selection of books are very interesting. It's not the kind of book store…read moreyou'd come to for the top New York Times best seller. It's the type you would come to get the book you never knew you wanted or needed. Sure the classics are there and some popular books. But not like a Barnes and Noble. We bought stickers, books where you add entries, journals and of course regular books! I will return and make this a store that I visit every time I am in ton. A must visit!

awesome smiskis!!!!!! they even had the toothbrush holder ones. very cute store, would come backread more