This is a Yelp find. The man working here is amazing. So helpful…read more We wandered in with an extensive reading list for an AP course that my teenager is taking. The teacher did not provide any of the author's names. The kindly proprietor listened to the name of the book, then he rhymes off the author and looked together with us in the right place in this adorable crammed to the brim shop. We found most of what we wanted at a fraction of the cost of new. Some of the books were adorably aged. We will definitely return at a later date. Amazing service, great shop.

Does the phase "a hole in the wall" apply to used bookstores? If so, Alfsen is one. It is cramped…read morewith paperbacks. It is great if you are looking for some popular old novels, like a whole series of Stephen King books, or Black Daggers Brotherhood. I bought a few paperback at $4 each. I am told they will take your used books and give credits. They only accept paperback as hardcover takes up too much space. I can understand that. I plan to bypass hardcover novels from now on, so my collection has resale value.

Tried to reach Seekers on Friday Sept 18 2026 phone number no longer in service apparently cheers…read moreEric Shackleton

I came across Seekers Books by chance, and it feels like one of those hidden spots only true book…read morelovers appreciate. The space is a bit packed and unpolished, but that's exactly what makes it interesting--you never know what you'll find tucked between the shelves. It has a quiet, slightly nostalgic vibe, perfect for slowing down and browsing. Not a place for quick visits, but definitely worth it if you enjoy the hunt.

I always want to support independent businesses. Unfortunately, the customer service today was…read moresubpar. Both employees were sat, reading their books and chatting when I came up to the till to purchase my books. Big sigh. Rang in my purchase. Should I give you my number? If you are collecting points, then yeah. Sorry to disturb your Sunday, just a paying customer.

The products are good, and have values ​​all you will know. and we can even teach the young and the…read moreuninitiated, from what we can learn from the products here

This store just seems to be really getting it together lately. The staff are so knowledgeable…read more Plus(!) they carry a lot of the McSweeney's published books, which are sometimes difficult to find unless you buy them online. FIVE STARS!

This is one of the smaller Book City outlets around Toronto, but they still manage to pack a…read moresurprising amount of good books and magazines into their limited space. It has more of a bibliophilic staff and atmosphere than the big chains, since books are their only business. They've got a better loyalty card deal than Chapters/Indigo, and if you sign up they even send you a $5 gift certificate on your birthday. Book City also has good deals on remainders (something which also used to be true of Chapters, but not as much lately).

Knowledgable, friendly and helpful staff. Wonderfully curated selection of books and gifts for all…read moreages, including lots of options for children. The store is always updating its offerings and bringing in seasonal items and gifts that suit holidays throughout the year. A small but treasure-filled store.

This little gem is everything a small bookstore should be. The selection is carefully curated, the…read morestaff is knowledgable and welcoming. Bear in mind, you will not find an exhaustive catalogue or infinite selection (go online for that). Instead you will find a collection of reads that appear to have been carefully chosen as the best or most relevant for children, design, cooking, and contemporary topics. In most cases, the staff could speak to a certain extent about any title they sold. Definitely worth a try if you favor a genuinely pleasant book buying experience over the more impersonal Indigo offering.

I love bookstores, but this one I cannot recommend, the owner was incredibly patronizing when I…read moreasked if they had a graphic novel section. I was met with a "Say please..." Followed by an expectant look of me to answer, being in the awkward position I was I of course responded politely and said "Please." In retrospect, I should have walked out the door and warned others not to go in there. So now I have turned to yelp to warn others. DO NOT ENTER unless you want to be treated as a child. Terrible customer service.

Simply one of the best bookstores I have ever been to. The selection here is amazing, and they can…read moreorder any titles that are not in stock. During the pandemic they have been delivering order over $50 for free and we've used them again and again. Their staff is knowledgeable and was able to recommend an excellent new series for me to gift to a friend's daughter (The Girl Who Could Fly). I spend at least 20 minute browsing the shelves for new titles, toys, puzzles, and more every time I'm in here. Also, they have a rewards program that eventually results in store credit. Covid has been terrible, but finding out about this store and frequenting it has been one of the silver linings. I cannot fathom how petty and small-hearted you would have to be to leave this place a one-star review because the owner was busy, but seeing that other review here on Yelp is what prompted me to express my thoughts about Ella Minnow. A true gem in the east end!

What a wonderful little bookstore- very well curated!…read more We were visiting from Vancouver and stumbled across this gem. It's feels like it's in an old house. The staff are relaxed, in letting people browse and look at the cat. We took my son there after a terrible experience at Meow Cafe down the street. We were able to interact with Mabel the lovely tabby cat and we bought two great books plus a sticker book that was recommended by the staff and we love. They also have excellent stickers books. Well worth going to with your little one! Hopefully this bookstore will be here in the future as we will certainly be putting it on our next visit list! Well done Mabel!

I really loved this book store it is amazing, the staff was also extremely knowledgeable about…read moretheir books and they found exactly what I needed.

Felix to Oscar (Dencan Books) next door, The Book Exchange is an organized and quaint little used…read morebook store. It's collection may be small, but the quality is definitely there, offering gently used books, rare books (mostly hardcover) and even a few remainder and new books in various titles, both popular and unexpected. It also holds good hours, open late (9pm) Tuesday to Friday, catering to those who can't get to these little shops during the day.

The Book Exchange is a nice used book store in the upper end of the Junction near the new Tim…read moreHorton's. It is next door to a completely cluttered used book shop. While both are polar opposites on many levels, they both have lots of used books and helpful owners. The Book Exchange is extremely semective about the books they buy and sell. You will see a good selection of histories, biographies, fiction, and children's titles as well. The owner is knowledgeable about his selection and eager to help you find what you are looking for. Once you visit here, go next door for an exercise in personality contrasts.