Love Rare Vision Books (used book store) in Genesee Depot, WI! It was the piece d'resistance of my…read moreday out today. I always have my book wish list with me, and I was surprised to find most of them there! It made my day! Such a lovely little store. Beautiful, clean shop with a wonderful selection and a huge variety of fiction and nonfiction books, and the owner was super sweet, friendly and helpful. From their website, I see that they also specialize in rare books too (out of print literature, signed and limited editions, first prints, etc.). I am so hoping that everybody stops by and patronizes this independently owned shop. We want them to stay for years to come! It's so wonderful to have a used bookstore so near to us (in Mukwonago, WI) at last! Yayyyy! Its located right along Hwy 83 in downtown Genesee Depot, WI near the Mama D's coffee shop. www.rarevisionbooks.com 262-875-6876

I drove over on a Saturday afternoon, and easily found the building just off Hwy 83. The…read morestorefront sign would be hard to miss, and the parking is pretty good too. Inside, the store gives a nostalgic feel, with a few old Underwood typewriters displayed to give even more an old-timey punch. I easily navigated my way through the store, seeing the different genre sections clearly posted (Poetry, Non-fiction, etc.). I bought two books at $17.95 ea, but found others that interested me at around $24.95 ea. Not all books are sticker price labeled...on older books, they write a price in pencil inside book on front page! As a local (Wisconsin) writer, it's nice to find a bookstore that offers selected writings in an atmospheric way that big chain-stores just cannot duplicate!

We did not know about this gem until a friend gifted us a book mark and a gift certificate. The…read morestore looks innoccuous from the outside but is jammed packed in a wonderful way on the inside. All reading levels are here, and there are some fun little gift ideas throughout. The staff is friendly and helpful. The card selection is varied and different which is really nice. I usually shop at Barnes and Noble, but this small local store will get my business also. I already found some stocking stuffer items and it is only June! Shop small, shop local, and don't miss this wonderful book store.

This bookstore has so much to offer! From lots of reading choices, to puzzles, and more. The staff…read morehere are extremely friendly and willing to help you navigate the selection. With a bright, clean, and calm feel to the store, what more could you ask for!

Oh, how I adore this shop. Book lover or not, you will just be transported to another place when…read moreyou walk into here. It's so quaint, and unique in the best ways. They managed to use the small space in all the best ways to fit the most books. It's independently owned, so the owner is knowledgeable and willing to help with whatever you're looking for. However, if you want to just wander and get lost in the books for an hour, she lets you be in your own world. There's books (and other items) for all ages! Downfall (but very understandable side) of independent ownership- It has limited hours! But it's located right on the East Troy Square, so lots of parking and other shops and restaurants around to check out.

Adorable book shop in downtown East Troy!…read more I came with some friends to do Christmas shopping, and I left with much more than I expected. Gorgeous space and very helpful staff!

Nice barnes&noble. The mall is kinda empty and this is the only place that I could walk and looked…read morearound. The second floor is nice and quiet. My baby napped really well. There were seats next to the windows, so I sat there looking out. The cafe downstairs serves starbucks but doesn't take the app scan. It was fine though, the lady working there was nice and coffee was decent.

LOVE this Barnes and Nobles location. They often have really great deals. The staff here are…read moreamazing. They knew me by name and often remembered my favorite cafe orders.

Such a great little shop. Nicely curated selection for a small location. Neat little gem in…read moredowntown Lake Geneva.

This is a tiny, cute bookstore geared mostly toward kids. There is no emphasis on diverse books or…read moreauthors, which is unfortunate. Hopefully they can grow and use this space to broaden readers' minds and worldviews, not reinforce familiar stories.

Such a local gem! I was in the mood for a new book so I took a trip to Boswell. It's been a while…read moresince I visited but I won't make that mistake again. The atmosphere is so welcoming and comfortable. I love the large selection and the staff members are welcoming. I also like the recommendations and reviews surrounding the store. This is a true neighborhood bookstore. Support local!

I had never been to Boswell Books before, but I was in the neighborhood and thought I'd check it…read moreout. This bookstore is MASSIVE. They offer everything from the classics to stationery to a comic book section, which was a big win for me. If you're someone who prefers shopping online, they do have a website too. And if you're looking for a recommendation? It looked like there was plenty of kind and friendly staff to help you out.

Renaissance Books is the only used bookstore in an Airport! How cool is that?! They sell postcards…read moreand stamps! It's a cosy spot to kill time, but it's before security, so don't take too much time!

Love this place in Milwaukee airport. Great, knowledgeable staff. The Blind Date with the Banned…read morebook is a fun surprise. Diverse selection of authors. Very nice children's sitting area and it's inviting. Often have discounts. 2 Hours free parking at the airport. You can do your folks off and stay a while to get a book.

Wow I had no idea how big it was inside, and so cool. This building use to be Threshold a…read morecommunity gathering place. Very well organized, wonderful nooks for reading, pleasant staff and nautral light with the abundant windows. Great selection of calendars and day planners at reasonable prices. They even have a selection of free books for neighborhood library stands that you can take and share. Easy to park too!

Huge independent bookstore with an emphasis on inclusivity and diversity! We stopped in for some…read morebrowsing and were impressed at how expansive the store is. Note they do encourage mask wearing at the front and provide masks - when we visited, every person was masked. Tons to look at here, with good organization into categories and staff recommendations. I liked that they had a tarot/witchy section, huge kids section, RPG section, and variety in themes. Great spot to browse for a gift or new book for yourself.

This is my favorite used bookstore in town. The staff is always friendly, and the selection is…read morealways excellent. I always find something to surprise and delight me. I'm particularly fond of the selection of mass-market paperbacks. Full-size trade paperbacks are cool and far, far more durable, but there's something about the size and weight of a good 20th century trade paperback that just hits me square in the nostalgia.

Frugal Muse Books, Music, Video, Inc. was established in 1994 and has been locally owned and…read moreoperated since. DVDs, CDs, LPs, graphic novels, audio books, and real books means they have something for everyone. They donate books to systems that support people in need and at least one other local business! I learned through The Barrymore Theatre that Frugal Muse is a ticket outlet for it. It is super convenient having a neighborhood ticket outlet! I enjoy paying cash that goes directly to the theatre (the bookstore being supportive enough not to add a fee) and that I get a physical ticket! No scan a phone here. I got paper tickets and I love it! My friend that has been with me on each of my ticket procurement outings finds quality low cost dvds for her family at Frugal Muse. Yesterdays selection: "Toy Story 3" still in the shrink wrap. The store is clean, organized, quaint, quiet. It's what I imagine book stores "used to be like", I say having grown up only in national chains environments. There are always a half dozen or more other shoppers when I've been here. Join them! There are always a couple gentlemen working behind the counter and I suspect they would talk books and authors if you engage them. Key tip: Frugal Muse can order new books! Drop in here to order what you want - avoid the national chain! Support local.