This is a lovely bookstore. They have community events, well organized sections, and amazing staff…read morerecommendations. They have games and logic puzzle books in addition to regular books. I also love how they have a large used selection with very fair prices! Support independent bookstores and check out Flyleaf!

Flyleaf Books is a great bookstore. I've been here just twice, but each time I've had a positive…read moreexperience. The staff is friendly, the book selection is diverse and plentiful + there are customer review/comment cards on multiple books within the store. It's nice to read reviews from other book lovers. Flyleaf also has a number of events every month. I recently attended the Penguin Publisher event. Snacks and drinks were available to those that attended the event and there was a raffle at the end. The event was informative and full of book recs from the Penguin Publisher sales team. Flyleaf is legit! I'll be sure to add this location to one of my favorite bookstores in the Chapel Hill area.

It was a quiet, clean, cute bookstore! I had never been before but have always gone to guglhuf next…read moredoor. I was surprised how quiet it was, like a different universe. Very relaxing atmosphere and they have preloved booked, which is a bonus!

A good bookstore for book readers. Theres a variety of used books. The pricing is a bit high…read moreconsidering its for used books. Staff is helpful and informative. The store is small and not busy. Came on Friday afternoon.

Such an amazing place to hang, grab a snack or drink, and spend the time. We came in on a rainy…read moreweekend and the smell of the coffee and baked goods kept us there. Their vegan churros are so good, I made our group get another order because they were that good. They are made fresh and wait is so worth it. As someone who has had more churros than I would like to admit to, these were outstanding. The chocolate dipping sauce is good, but I actually preferred them without anything. They are messy, but that is the whole point of them being covered in cinnamon and sugar. The books are sorted out by genre and I loved how the middle tables were colored coded. There are signed options if you want them and plenty of seating with outlets. People were hanging out and studying across the rooms and if I went to school here I would spend so much time here.

I loved that this is a book store x coffee/breakfast nook. Super aesthetic! They have so many syrup…read moreoptions for you coffee and I opted for the banana bread. Nothing was wrong with the latte itself but the syrup addition felt grainy so not my favorite. Tried the mango agua fresca though and that was so phenomenal and tasted fresh. Overall for the vibe, I loved this spot!

Such a sweet bookshop. I come to this place whenever I'm at the Fearrington Village. They have a…read moregreat variety and wonderful organization. When we were there, they were prepping for an author event, and it seems that they do many of these! I purchased a watercolor workbook (which I intentionally went in looking for, and of which they had many to choose from!) and a sticker (of which their collection is amazing). The staff was very nice, and the ambiance is perfect for a cozy bookshop.

I am so obsessed with this bookstore. I could literally wander around it for hours. I love how…read morethere are so many different nooks and crannies filled with awesome books. The children's section is small, but jam packed with an awesome selection. My son always loves browsing here. My first stop is always the extensive staff picks selection. I enjoy reading why certain books are recommended. I recently went in for an author reading and that was a really fun and different opportunity. It was super intimate and you really got to get to know the author and hear about their journey. If they don't have a book on the shelf that you want, they will order it for you. Overall a really lovely spot to spend and afternoon.

Such a cute, local bookstore in Durham. I absolutely love Letters Bookshop, and I'm so happy to be…read morea regular customer here. It's a co-op, and you can purchase a ownership for a little over $100. They have lots of bookish events through the year, and I love joining them for Silent Book Clubs at the 2nd floor of the bookstores to spend time reading amongst books. It's such comforting feeling! There are both new and used books throughout the store. I love finding some cool deals on the books that I wanted to get. It feels like a scavenger hunt to find the deals or even the new books. Parking isn't super great. But I tend to park at Church Street Parking Garage to take advantage of the free 1 hour parking or so. Hourly rate isn't too bad if I overstay for the book club :)

I noticed Letters Bookshop from the Pie Pushers window and just watched customers keep going inside…read moreand then leaving with bags. So I had to see for myself what was drawing all these people in. William welcomed me when I walked in, asked what I normally read, and let me know there was an upstairs as well, with more books. I did just stay on the first floor this visit, but I was so impressed by their beautifully curated inventory. They carry a wonderful selection of new fiction, poetry, children's books, and used books, along with fascinating sections on art, music, and nonfiction. They even had a discount section with books priced at $3.98 or less, which is incredible! They also have dedicated topic tables that highlight local North Carolina authors and underrepresented voices, which is wonderful to see. I found some board books to donate to the Little Free Library I was at the other day. If you've been reading my reviews for a while now, you know I love history and the architecture of older buildings being reused. It is an inclusive store, so everyone is welcome. It is a community-owned cooperative bookstore. The 1915 building, originally home to Merchants Bank, was built after the 1914 fire in Durham. It is a Neoclassical Revival-style building with massive, majestic Ionic columns that define its street-facing storefront. It later became Hood Industrial Bank and was then used for businesses like Letters. Letters opened back in 2013 at a nearby location and moved into its current space in 2021. I wish I had gone to the second floor to see the stained glass ceiling. So that just means I will need to make another shopping visit. I need to give myself more time so I can find something for me to read next time.

Not much to add to Matty B's review. Cute little bookstore that fits right in with the rest of…read moreDowntown Hillsborough's cuteness, and a sweet, friendly owner who fits right in with the store. Great showing of local authors on the shelves. The only problem is what I would readily identify as a personality flaw on my own part (and probably the rest of America as well): having been spoiled by Amazon and various discount retailers, the prospect of paying MSRP on books these days leaves me something like a deer in the headlights, in mentality if not in actual facial expression. (And unfortunately, no doubt thanks to the aforementioned discount sellers, the MSRP on books seems to be steadily climbing, too, making me all the more unlikely to pay full price. Behold the vicious circle.) Anyway, stop in, browse, and spend some cash if you're more locally virtuous than me. =)

Would a historic downtown area be complete without a quaint, locally flavored bookshop? No, it…read moreclearly would not! And thus downtown Hillsborough is indeed complete thanks to Purple Crow Books. It is a small, cozy bookshop that carries all your favorite big name authors, bestsellers, and featured book club works as well. But what clearly sets this establishment apart is the VAST selection of works by Hillsborough authors! Who knew so many published authors hail from this small North Carolina town? This guy surely did not, but I was very impressed and charmed by this fact. There is also a separate section devoted to North Carolina authors (hello, Nicholas Sparks!). You gotta love the strong local representation! Off the side of the main room, there are two smaller sections, one of which showcases numerous gently used books for 50% off and the second of which is devoted to children's books and games. Plus there are some crafty greeting cards for sale as well. All in all, definitely worth checking out as you stroll through Hillsborough. Plus Cup A Joe is conveniently located across the street so you can get your caffeine fix to accompany your literary adventure!

Service was solid and the drink I ordered was spot on. Barnes & Noble does Starbucks drinks better…read morethan Starbucks! Book selection is vast and surprising this Barnes & Nonle follows the old format of Barnes & Noble from at least 10 years ago which I liked. The new store formats are easier to find books but this was sorta nostalgic. I did find the Sci-fi writer I was looking for - David Webber. I like this "old fashioned" Barnes & Noble. Value?!? If I want a book I will buy it no matter what. I only bought drinks and desert this time as I am working on a few books right now. Still, you can find what you want at this Barnes & Noble! Just a great selection of full priced books or discount ones as well. Worth going to if you are in the area.

I used to go to this Barnes & Noble a lot to chill and devour books while enjoying coffee from…read moreStarbucks, but my most recent visit was one of the most disappointing bookstore-venturing experiences I've had. First of all, the cafe was too packed; they seemed to have change the seating arrangements, and there's not enough seats to accommodate more customers. Compared to the Barnes & Noble in Cary, this location lacked seats outside of the cafe area, so most of the people who want to just sit and read a book are left with no option but to find an open seat in the cafe area or in one of the uncomfortable "benches" in front of the magazine stand. Another annoying change: the restrooms now require a code to enter (probably to avoid unpleasant guests from trashing the toilets, which is understandable). When I asked an old guy at the customer service for the code, he wrote it down for me but the lack of friendliness and helpfulness of the employees make this shop devoid of the kind of warmth you find in other bookstores. None of them asked for what I was looking for or greeted me when I passed. As for the overall value books, it's the same story for every Barnes & Noble: I just don't see a smart reason to purchase books here over purchasing books on Amazon because of prices here are significantly higher compared to buying online. I ended up leaving right away. This location should learn from the Barnes & Noble in Cary when it comes to overall ambiance and customer service.

Once again everybody on my list got a fun book for christmas. I might as well have just browsed…read morearound, but I knew of particular things ahead of time. None were in stock, but the kind staff ordered them for me (3x of one ... they were like are you sure? yeah!) and everything arrived in less than a week! While I'm picking them up, there is interesting shopping to be done here. The staff is kind and attends to their duties. I got a phone call about all the books right on time. They tossed some Regulator Bookshop bookmarks in there, which some of my recipients will enjoy and some will wonder about.

The employees were extremely helpful. They had a wide variety of options. The prices were very…read morereasonable.

Still the absolute best bookshop in all of Greensboro. I love that I can order any book and have it…read moredelivered to the store. Some books have been harder to find as of recent, but I knew Scuppernong would not let me down. I placed my order online, and they sent me an email when it was ready to pick up in store. I was kindly greeted at the front door, and had my book within a minute. I did take an extra few seconds to wander the rest of the store, as it is such a lovely space. The sense of peace and calm the store has to all who enters cannot go unnoticed. I left with my required book in hand, and a smile on my face.

Scuppernong Books is an independent bookstore in Downtown Greensboro. It is located inside a…read morebuilding built in 1898. The building served as a feed-and-seed store, a record store and a used-appliance store. The bookstore opened in 2013, and its extensive renovation preserved the exposed brick walls and the high pressed-tin ceilings. They added hand-carved bookcases. The walls are olive green, and the original windows let in plenty of natural light. The store was named after the scuppernong grape, the North Carolina state fruit. The store's "fox and grape" motif, visible on its signs and literature, is also a nod to Aesop's fables. The bookstore is cozy and welcoming, with areas to lounge and even a seating bar at the front of the store. The bookstore carries new and used books, with a good variety. You will find banned books and many about social justice. The store has stood up to censorship. The genres are clearly marked, and it is easy to browse and shop. They even have staff picks with reviews. I like that North Carolina authors are featured. The store partners with other local businesses. The cafe has coffees, teas, wines and craft beers. They have pastries from Loaf Bakery and Swedebread. The sandwiches are from Jerusalem Market. The specialty teas come from Vida Pour Tea. Service here is welcoming, helpful and low-pressure. They let you browse without following you around so you can take your time and explore. I highly recommend visiting Scuppernogg Books if you are looking for a local business to support or just like visiting old buildings. In the digital age, it is so nice to connect with others and actually browse the shelf to find my next read. I loved the banned books, as I am always curious as to what they don't want me reading.