I like the fact that they have a great selection, and are willing to at least try to get books in,…read moreunlike some of the big-box book stores. I'd heard of a new book in a series I'd been reading. A quick check at Audrey's showed they had 2 or 3 in stock, so I ordered one. I was kind of surprised, but not really. I'd give 10 starts if I could.

This fantastic local bookstore is sure to please - they host local authors for book signings; are…read morefast and friendly and beyond knowledgeable about books for ALL ages. Audreys Books is so easy to find.... On Jasper Ave, just look for the maroon awning and inside you will be transported to a world of books. Anything and everything you could want to read - magazines; non-fiction; new releases; local authors - they have it all. And, if you're not sure what you want to read they will help you find it. I've been to Audreys for 2 local author book releases... I love the fact they support local authors. Encouraging them to host book signings and book releases at the store and encouraging patrons to purchase local books. I've also called the store asking about what to buy for a niece, unsure about her age group and they made a suggestion, put it at the front so all I needed to do was run in and make the purchase. They are amazing, friendly and accommodating.

Does anything smell better than the inside of an old bookstore? Correct answer is no. This place is…read morefilled to the brim with all sorts of cool stuff, new and old. If you're like me and you like vintage books and hunting for these types of goodies you'll really like Alhambra. You can find all sorts of cool stuff here that you never even knew you were looking for. The staff are very kind and helpful as well! If you need help finding something they're always eager to help. I like it here because there's a lot to look at and there's a lot of gems tucked away in the shelves. If you're looking for a cool gift or something to add to your collection you can almost always find something here. A big chunk of my vintage medical collection I've found from here. There's a lot of interesting history and there's books on pretty much any topic. Woodworking book from 1953? Check. Massive book about garden herbs? Check. Vintage 60's textbook on experimental psychology? Check. Midwifery manual from 1940? Check. If you're in the area, stick your head in and wander around. Prices vary depending on what you're looking at, but usually you get good deals on your finds. Books are super cool, and so is Alhambra.

I love this store. They are so passionate about their books…read more I was in yesterday to sell off a few of mine to make room for more. She always gives good deals. A very pleasant place to shop. This area is exploding with condos and businesses. I hope they do well.

I come in once in a while just to browse. I like how organized the sections are, but the front…read moredesk is a disaster! Today I was on a mission. I wanted a nice copy of War and Peace. Of course this nice fellow had three. I don't think the one I purchased had ever been cracked. I'm sure of it. $8.00 and it was mine! I tried selling some books here in the past, but he didn't want any of them. I have better luck selling at the Edmonton Book Store and Alhambra.

Great book store. The owner is really helpful and very friendly! I'd highly recommend itread more

I'm always amazed at the things people cite as issues. The owner has overhead, he can't pay full…read morevalue for what you find on the internet. I found this store to have an amazing collection and the owner was way cool.

Came in to sell some books. I understand not many stores are buying books for cash right now, but I…read morehad some amazing books in near new condition and I got next to nothing. I would rather have given away the books if I knew I would get so little. On top of that, he slipped me a folded 20 that was totally ripped in half inside some 5s. Cool stuff. Will not go back. To be fair I could've said no after the offer and I could have opened the money and told him it was ripped but the way it was done seemed intentional.

I was very surprised and disappointed to see this content featured so prominently in the store…read more Bookstores should be spaces where people can browse freely without being confronted by material that many may find unnecessary or inappropriate. I do not believe this kind of content needs to be front and center, and I hope the store will reconsider how they display such materials.

You will never find a more passionate and wonderful business owner as Brandi!…read more She truly loves what she does and will do whatever she can to find the perfect book for you or the person you are buying for. She has become a legend around Edmonton and we can't wait to see her brick and mortar this week!

This wonderful addition to Little Italy is amazing. Paper Birch Books sells used books, including…read morepopular and rare titles. The shelves are absolutely packed with books, and going through the store is an adventure. I found the poetry section to be incredible, and the other sections as well, including political science, kids, general fiction, and more. Paper Birch is owned and operated by a couple who live in the area, and really know their stuff when it comes to books. I would recommend any book lover to make a trip here as soon as possible.

While doing my Christmas shopping I had a particular book on my list that was very hard to find in…read morethe city. After phoning around, I thought I might try phoning Coles in Downtown Edmonton to see if they had it. I had nothing to lose at this point. The lady I spoke to on the phone was very confident and engaging. She mentioned that her store had 2 copies of the book I was looking for. She put both copies on hold, as they had different cover art, so I could choose. The next day I visited the store to pick up the book. The store was easy to find in the mall, and was fairly busy. The staff were plentiful and they looked like they were having a good time. To say the least, it was worth the visit downtown to get this particular book. If there is any area for improvement, it would have been nice to have a plastic bag instead of a paper one as I had to walk a fair distance out of the mall. Otherwise, I had a great shopping experience. I would come back again. If you are having a difficult time finding a particular book, phone here or another Indigo store near you.

I find that Coles is an 'okay' alternative to Chapters. I find this location to be lacking a lot of…read moreselection, however considering this is downtown, you do not have much of an option when it comes to bookstores. If you need something quick to read like a magazine or a popular book title, I would recommend this place. They do have a decent selection, just nothing comparable to Chapters. It is extremely convenient to pick something up for downtown professionals. Otherwise, there is not much in this store that would attract me to this location. The staff here were quite friendly, and gave me some good recommendations on fantasy/sci fi books to read from their current selection, which I found quite helpful. I often find myself amazed that Coles is still in business whenever I pass by this location, but there must be a steady stream of customers to support this business through.

Truly excellent vibe, loved the variety and general feel of the place. Great value for books as…read morewell.

Did you know you can request something you are looking for, and they WILL watch for it and let you…read moreknow when it comes in?! I didn't until one day thought I'd poke around their website. I posted a request for a bird book (Birds of Alberta). I had been looking for since mine had gone missing some time ago. Well what do you know - a few weeks later, they CALLED ME and let me know that they had the book I requested on hold and waiting for me. They have fabulous hours, great staff, and prices are really good too. I parked right out front, but because it was a Friday night at 10:30pm when I went to pick up, they offered to walk me to my car... it's Whyte Avenue, and later on it can be a bit... well, uncomfortable for women alone. Who DOES that anymore?! I REALLY appreciated the offer and concern for my well- being. I love coming in here to browse - and I admit, in the past couple of years of pandemic, I haven't spent any time in any business. At that time of night, and with fewer crowds on a Friday night, I might just have to come and browse again soon. I will definitely be requesting other books online - what an efficient way to shop!

A friend of mine told me about the bookworm and I was so curious that I decided to go and check it…read moreout. I didn't even know a used book store existed in Sherwood Park. This place is amazing! I am a huge fan of historical fiction and they have one of the best selections I've ever seen in a used book store, plus the staff was very helpful and gave me great recommendations! I highly recommend checking this place out because they are a really great local find. I am definitely going to go back!

I love this place! I am an avid reader and am always looking for something new to read. I was…read morevery excited to stumble across the Bookworm. What I like best is the friendly, well read staff who always give me recommendations and also the wonderful selection of books. On the rare occasion I have not been able to find what I was looking for they will watch out for it and call me when it's in. If you love to read you must check it out!

A great place to spark your appetite for things of interest in the Astral plane, but not a good…read moreplace to buy. Grossly inflated margins, and poor out of stock order services, and poor customer service inquiries regarding supply and delivery enquiries. honestly

This store is pretty cool! I've been in here a couple of times and I find it's really a unique…read moreplace. The various displays are quite attractive. There are a lot of things to see and be tempted to buy. In general there are a lot delicate and breakable items in this store. If you bring young kids in here, or even accident prone adults, I would advise being extra careful. I find there is enough space to maneuver around items. At the front of the store they've got some pretty cute items for fairy gardens. They have quite a selection of miniature figurines such as fairies or miniature gnomes. Where the cashiers are at the front, there are different colours and kinds of mala necklaces, under a display case. They also have a wide selection of Buddha figurines as well as other religious deities throughout the store. The have different sizes of figurines too. One wall has various dream catchers on display. The far side of the store has an impressive selection of different kinds of incense, incense holders, candles and essential oils. They also have various Himalayan salt lamps. A large portion, I'd say about half of the store is full of New Age types of books and CDs. But in between and on top of the shelves there are more items to see. At the very back they have a wonderful display of various gem stones, crystals and beautiful jewelry. This is my favourite part of the store. You can learn a lot about what the stones mean. Overall, I think this is an awesome store to check out! There's a lot to see and lots of tempting things to buy. If you want to find a unique gift for someone, this could be the place you'll find it.