There is more than one bookstore to choose from…read more There are even many bookstores in Portland beside the big one. Anne Bloom's bookstore is a small well-curated classic. Their sections are well organized and the staff know where things are on the shelves. They have a large selection of fiction, nonfiction, then specialty sections. They have a nice children's area with a young reader engrossed in a book. They have the little table and chairs. They are up to date with a graphic novel section. I stopped in for a new book in high demand. As in sold out online, at Barnes and Noble, at Powells, and with a 6 month wait for the audio book at the library! In its first day, the book sold 150,000 copies, and by day three, it is, for now, a rare book. Annie Bloom's had it! Annie Bloom's is in a pedestrian-oriented neighborhood. So you can bring your book to nice bars and restaurants, dives, cafes, pizza shops, sandwiches and beer/wine at John's, the Multnomah Art Center, and gift shops, or book shop after those. Annie Bloom's is an approachable bookshop which has what others do not.

Visited this spot for the first time last weekend. As an avid reader, I was excited to check out an…read moreindependent store. The bookstore itself was quite large, but I felt as though the selections were limited. Nobody from the staff greeted us upon arrival or checked in. There were a few fairly priced books, but none that caught my eye. Not sure if I'll go back.

I still love going in here and sitting to read a good book. The store has lots of lounge areas to…read moredo that. Everything is well organized and the popular title books are located right as you walk in so you don't miss it. I noticed recently they have a decent sized records selection and DVD's to browse so I will be back to add to my collection. The line hasn't been terribly long to wait in and customer service has been pleasant. Things are more expensive than some other stores but honestly I enjoy having to walk around and explore the little treasures here. I always find something new that catches my eye I was recently in here browsing while my phone was being repaired. They had a fun section of books that were wrapped in paper as a mystery buy. I loved that they're doing this so I bought two! Have no idea if the books are good but I don't care, it was a fun purchase. Parking in front is hard to come by but if you park far, it is a nice walk on a good weathered day.

This is my favorite Barnes and Noble Every time I have been they have been clean, well stocked,…read moreand well staffed. I love their album selection and will frequently find items in stock that are not in stock at other Barnes and Nobles. Most recently in the last month I have been to two special release events (ATEEZ and Stray Kids) and they have done a phenomenal job organizing and running both events! I also appreciate the discounted prices on some items. They truly do a great job making it a fun and safe environment for these special events

A book popped up in a free library in Boston and I fell in love with it. It turned out to be one of…read morea series. Off I went to Wallace books and they pulled five books in the series off their shelves for me. That was last winter. In the meantime, they're keeping me up to date with the series and each time I go to pick up my book, I find at least one other fascinating read to take home--and they give me credit when I bring books back. What's not to love!

This was a very cute bookstore! They sold new and used books and offered to buy books for store…read morecredit during certain hours. I enjoyed their organization of books with clear category labels along with a "PNW author section"! I felt welcomed and relaxed when browsing and would definitely recommend checking it out for any book lover!

I can live here if I could. This is am amazing bookstore an entire block long with multiple floors…read moreto check out. I came every single day I was in Portland, spending time on each floor. I picked out books for myself and my kids. The best place ever. My favorite area to check out is the used section and new books at used prices! What a steal! You can also resell your books here for store credit.

What a dream bookstore for book lovers indeed! Founded in 1971, Powell's is such a Portland staple,…read moreand this location in the Pearl District is ginormous. You can seriously spend hours perusing all the books and choosing your next read, coffee table book, or whatever your heart desires. My favorite section of the bookstore hands down was the Rare Book Room, a special temperature and humidity-controlled room filled with some of the coolest books I have ever laid eyes on. And yes, they are for sale! To me, the room felt alive as I stood in the presence of historical literature, just as when I stand in the presence of great artifacts at a museum. Access to the Rare Book Room is granted as long as you grab a pass, and no food, drink, or unpaid books/merchandise is allowed inside. You can spend as long as you like (as long as it's not crowded in the room), and there is also a staff member present to answer any questions you may have. Of course I had to purchase a book from Powell's, called Freeway Birding, San Francisco to Seattle (it was even signed)! As an avid birdwatcher, this was the perfect book to add to my ever-expanding library. I also grabbed one of their wooden postcards and a couple of stickers to commemorate our time spent at this amazing bookstore. While the entire store was bustling, even on a weekday in August, take your time at Powell's and get swept away by any and all genres of literature that call to you. You never know what you may find next.

I just love that you can visit a fairly large Powell's without dealing with downtown Portland…read moretraffic. Beaverton is lucky to have this store at Cedar Hills Crossing. I did some online checking beforehand to find out which Powell's would have the best selection of danmei novels and this was the one. I walked out with a full bag of books, most of which were used, cheaper than new, so it felt like a deal. Bathrooms are near the front of the store to the left but you need to ask for the door code.

This is my favorite location out of all of the Powell's. It's not too big and not too small. Even…read moreon its busy days, I don't feel overcrowded by fellow readers in the aisles like I do at the Portland location. The staff is very friendly here and always willing to help. I love the selection of genres available at this location. I know this isn't Powell's fault but I wish books were the prices they were back in the day. $35 for a hardcover is hard to justify, let alone $20 or more for a paperback, but I always walk out with a treat for myself.

LOVE this bookstore!! It has such a good selection of books in Japanese and English too! It is so…read morefun to look around in and prices aren't terrible, they're pretty standard. Staff is super friendly too! I'll definitely come back if I get the chance!!!

I'm not the target audience for this store, but I stopped by when shopping for a gift…read more Located off Director's Park, in the historic Guild Theater. It's cool that they kept the sign but it is a little hard to realize this is now the Kinokuniya. They've got a wide array of items - including movies and books/manga, pens and stationary, stickers and charms, mystery boxes of various kinds, items related to popular media, decor, etc. It's fairly narrow aisles and a lot to look at. They have another location in Beaverton.

​I love library bookstores and sales. ​While some libraries have little stores inside their…read morebranches, some of the larger "Friends" groups operate separate retail outlets for their discarded and donated books. Luckily, Portland has a wonderful reading community that operates Rose City Reads. I actually found out about this location from a volunteer at the store in the Main library. Located in a strip mall, this location is out in the northeast, an area with few bookstores. Each time I've ventured in, there are plenty of other patrons roaming the stacks. And because this location is run by caring volunteers, it's always well organized with clearly labeled shelves. About half of the books are library discards, while the rest are community donations. And most everything is less than $5, so there are plenty of deals to be had.

Excellent selection of used books at excellent prices. It's like walking into a library where all…read morethe books are for sale. There are interesting collectible books as well. Friendly staff and quick check out. They accept used book donations.

The atmosphere is welcoming and the staff provides outstanding customer service. They go the extra…read moremile to help find items I was looking for. If you are looking for a respite from the stress of life, come into this space and get re-charged.

It's expensive, and quite cramped. They seem to have gone from pagan/witchy to woo woo healing,…read moreand readers that are over 200/hour.

My wife and I have gone here many times over the years, primarily for school books. They have a…read moregood selection of books and friendly staff who are very helpful.

On a recent mission to find new books for my teen, I stopped into Exodus and asked the owner for…read moresome suggestions. He asked a few questions for direction, then not only led me to some stellar choices, but gave summaries of each one with the enthusiasm of one who has just finished them and can't wait to share. It is so enriching to shop where a proprietor loves and believes in what they do. The selection is thoughtfully curated, and the store is neat and well organized. Do yourself a favor and stop by!