A charming shop with a sense of quiet opulence. This is not a small town bookstore in spirit or…read moredesign. The space is beautifully conceived, inviting you to wander slowly and take in every aisle. I genuinely enjoyed the act of browsing here, which feels like a small luxury in itself. The only snag was an assumption on my part. Given the setting, I expected a more robust local history presence or at least a thoughtfully curated selection highlighting the region. Works on Underground Railroad and abolitionist networks, tourism history, or even local ecology felt notably absent. The offerings on Tubman and Douglass were surprisingly thin. Still, the store's elegance and breadth are undeniable, even if its sense of place could be more fully realized.

In historic Easton, Flying Cloud Booksellers is spread out among two brick buildings, one lined…read morewith a mural. One room is an impressive kids book section with places to read and play. The other room has shelves of all kinds of books organized easily. I stayed in the travel and local travel section. There are a few seats, local gifts, and a public restroom.

A wonderful bookstore made even better by a gracious puppy greeter who sets the tone the moment you…read morewalk in. The range here is striking, with shelves that reward both wandering and intentional browsing. I was especially impressed by the African American history and literature section, which felt thoughtfully curated rather than perfunctory. Beyond the books, the prints are truly stunning. There's a particularly rich selection for anyone drawn to Eastern Shore imagery, from lithographs to historic maps that feel both scholarly and artful. It's the kind of place where time slows, your hands fill with discoveries, and you leave already planning a return visit.

What a great used book store! Customer service is friendly and the books are well organized. You'll…read morefind books of all kinds, maps, and other treasures!

This is everything a used book store should be: thronged, eccentric, with the occasional treasure…read moremis-shelved. I found an autographed Christoper Morley in the regular fiction section. Alas, it was a novel--I'd've bought it if had been essays. But I always find something I hadn't known I needed. Several somethings, in fact.

on valentine's day, my boyfriend and i decided to do a trip to cambridge/easton. i used to go…read morefishing at the piers nearby with my brother and parents and wanted to show him a piece of my childhood :) we noticed a cool book store down the road and wanted to check it out! we got to the shop at closing and we were so bummed! but a few seconds later the owner came out and said "hello! did you guys still want to come inside?" my boyfriend and i were so surprised! i'll tell you now that i am not a huge reader. i DO love anything that has history attached though; antiques, museums, clothes and in this situation books! warning: this place is like a maze. my boyfriend and i got lost a couple times. my boyfriend purchased a book on japanese art styles ($7) and i got myself "the dreamers dictionary", published in the early 70's ($7). PLEASE, if you ever come across this store check it out! book stores like this one are a dying breed :/ it was definitely worth the drive and i know i'll be back!

Old Fox Books is one of those low-key spots you almost don't want to tell people about because it's…read morethat good. Great place to grab a coffee, flip through some books, and just hang out for a bit. It's got a relaxed vibe. If you've got kids, it's an easy win; there's a small reading area inside and a patio with this cool little wooden playhouse that kept mine busy for a while. We ended up staying way longer than planned just chilling. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I want something easy and laid-back.

100/10!!! Old Fox Books is such a hidden gem! It's the perfect little spot to slow down, grab a…read morecoffee, and get lost in a good book. The space feels warm and inviting, and I love that they've created a dedicated kids' section with a small reading table. Makes it super easy to spend time there with little ones. There's also this tucked-away patio that feels almost magical, with a fairytale-like wooden playhouse that kids can explore. We ended up spending the whole morning there without even realizing how much time had passed. It's one of those places that just feels special; definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area.

Perfectly lovely town, wonderful bookstore and fascinating owner. It just might entice you into…read morereading mysteries! Janice, Arnold, Md

3.5 Stars - I'm a huge fan of mystery books and mystery bookstores. I love Oxford, as well. This…read morebookstore has an amazing selection, including some truly adorable and memorable print postcards that are perfect for friends and family. So much could be done with this place. It's very disorganized, and there are wayy too many books for the space. The owner doesn't seem too interested in patrons unless you directly engage her. Nonetheless, if you're a big mystery book fan, take a look here. They have some gems that you won't find easily on Amazon and the owner can offer some great suggestions. Definitely go if you're a mystery book lover who doesn't mind a bit of disorganization.

We visited some friends in St. Michaels last weekend and did some shopping on Talbot Street,…read moreincluding at Chesapeake Trading Company. It's one of those stores that does its best to defy categorization, but they sell great women's clothing, jewelry, books, home goods, home decor, and more. I was inside for no more than 10 minutes and walked out with a fancy candle, a sweater, and a book. It's a charming shop. I'm sure I'd buy quite a bit here if I lived in St. Michaels. Stop by and check it out!

Some items are pricier than they might be at other stores. The customer service is excellent …read more.. that's worth a lot

A great place to drop off books you've read and also to find books at a reasonable price. I would…read moresuggest that you call first before going out there because she has had some health issues recently and sometimes has to close the store.

A convenient place to find new and used books. Friendly…read morefolks. Stop by on the way home friom Bylers!

Great shop! The guy usually working when my wife and I go is super friendly and helpful and you…read morecan't beat the prices!

Love this place. My husband reads all the time and The Dollar Book Shuffle make his habit…read moreaffordable. It usually takes 30 minutes or less to find 20 or more books that he likes. Jessie is friendly and make you feel welcome.

What a charming new and used bookstore in fed hill. I've seen this store for years and years and…read morenever stopped in. But I was in the area checking out a new vintage store and thought I'd pop in. Retail is kind of dying in this area, but book escape was thriving. There were lots of people in there browsing and reading. There's a really cute back area with a mermaid mural and a reading nook. There's a lot of brand new books sold at 15% off, which are among the best sellers list. I thought in this economy - what a steal of a deal that is! The front desk is right around the front corner and the owner seemed nice. There's a huge selection of music in the corner and I thought that for a used bookstore, it was really well organized. It is a little clustered, but overall really bright and airy and lots of books!

Used book stores are dinosaurs. Or unicorns. Or Four leaf clovers. Anyway, a real one is rare…read moreand wonderful to see. This one feels old, smells old, and seems full of possibilities. The Book Escape is moderate in size. It has a well organized assortment of books and LP's. We enjoyed our time there and ended up with two books and a record album. But had we had more time (we spent maybe 45 minutes) we could easily have arrived upon another 5 or 6 title we just HAD to read. Loved the setting, loved the street parking, and loved the store.