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Duck River Books

4.6 (19 reviews)
ModerateBookstores
Closed • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Dawn V.

I try to stop in an independent bookstore in every town throughout my travels to purchase my books. I prefer to find favorite bookstores then stop in each direction when I'm traveling by car and this place is one of my new favorites! I drove out of my way (from freeway) for this bookstore and town after finding it on Yelp and it was very worth the added travel time. I wish I'd had more time yesterday so I focused on the displayed fiction but what an amazing selection and so wonderfully organized and displayed. Whether you have an afternoon or just a free moment, the layout here makes it easy to find something you'll love. It was a Friday morning so very quiet. Gentleman at the register put on a mask when I entered and the store feels extremely clean and well kept. I love books so I love the feeling of a bookstore that's obviously much beloved by its owner(s) and employees.

Maria M.

It was a nice book store , have so many selection of books. They sell new and used books too and they have have a 0.99 cent books.

Alexis B.

Charming local bookstore on Public Square in Columbia. As an avid reader, I make it a point to stop at as many independent bookstores as I can when traveling. On a recent day trip from Nashville to explore the Columbia area, I stopped at The Old Curiosity Book Shop. It has new and used books and a small area of local author books. Very nice (if on the small side) book shop!

The front window display for 4th of July.
Leanne A.

This is the epitome of a wonderful little bookstore - the owners are fabulous, the selection is great, and it is a beautiful shop. If they don't have the book you want, they will order it. If you're a local or a visitor, this is a must-visit!

Love the spiral staircase and the lights over the children's book section!

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1 year ago

Best book store in Columbia, great staff, great selection, and the ambiance is so mellow.

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10 months ago

Wonderful bookstore. Wide selection of books to choose from. Great for a rainy day visit!

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5 years ago

Great lay out. Veey friendly staff. I always fing a treasure or more to bring home to my shelves. Makes me happy every time go!

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11 years ago

A perfect book shop! Well organized and fairly priced! The best book store I have visited in a long time!

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Love the atmosphere of this bookstore...and very nice people run it..the spiral staircase is awesome!

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Parnassus Books

4.5(146 reviews)
36.1 mi•Green Hills
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Parnassus welcomes you with a cozy feeling the moment you step inside. It's absolutely gorgeous and…read morejust the kind of place you want to linger in! The shelves are filled with a large selection of books, all organized by genre. There's a section for stationery, puzzles, totes, and other fun things as well! The dedicated children's section has the most whimsical little door where you may catch grown-ups slipping through from time to time.... While you're there you may see one of the many shop dogs they have as well! Parnassus is very involved in the community. They host events like author talks and book clubs. They have lots of book signings too. Just a great spot!

Super cute bookstore in a great location. It's located in Green Hills right across from the mall…read more There is plenty of parking, restaurants and other stores in the area. I have been here in the past but came over the weekend with my kids. They have a cute kids section where you can sit and read books. The employees were all helpful, kind and patient with my young family. They were having a book reading event the night we were there that looked like it would be a fun time. It's a small locally owned bookstore and the prices reflect that. Not surprising for a small bookstore but it's very progressive. Something to note if bringing in kids.

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3.8(37 reviews)
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Oh my goodness, how I love this store! It brings me such joy that real brick and mortar bookstores…read morestill exist, even though they are extremely few and far between. I grew up an avid reader, and as a pre-teen I remember begging my parents to take me to the local Barnes & Noble on a Saturday night. Looking back I'm sure they were so relieved that's where I wanted to hang out, so it makes sense now why they took me nearly every time. It's just a special place and feeling to be in a store surrounded by imagination and basically anything you wish to explore. Happy to learn that there is a surviving store in Cool Springs near where I work. I come here on my lunch break about once a month. Even if I don't buy, it's great to walk the aisles and see what is available. The staff is kind, encouraging of everyone to explore. They keep it very clean. Huge parking lot. You won't find me with any negative comments. Please stay open forever!

This Barnes and Noble anchors a shopping complex at the corner of Mallory Lane and Moores Lane, and…read moreis a classic location that has all the good stuff plus a great café that serves Starbucks! I have been here on more than one occasion solely for the café, but I do find myself wandering the store browsing for a good book from time to time. Most of my purchases here have been books for my nephews and a few corporate/career-based books. The store is always well stocked, well kept and clean. Service is beyond friendly, and they are always so helpful! I legit look lost each time I go in, so I ask for directions and they make sure I get to where I am going in the store. Overall, cool to still have Barnes & Noble brick and mortars around, especially this location!

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