Very nice bookstore! The owner was welcoming and friendly. I enjoyed the layout and it wasn't tight…read moreaisles.

Very nice bookstore in Saint Joe, Michigan. My daughter had a very specific book she "needed" and…read morethey were able to get it delivered for pick up in a couple days

I'm not from the area but always check out local bookstores when I visit other cities. This is a…read moreBookstore was a must visit. Wide selection of books, and gifts. Cute, comfy spots to read and relax. Factory coffee cafe is located inside This is a Bookstore - they serve bagels, sammies, coffee and adult beverages. Walked across the sidewalk and visited Book Bug which is a children's book store. Again, a wide selection of books, comfy sitting space and a playhouse for the kiddos. Service was quick and everyone was friendly. I plan on visiting again next time I'm in the area.

I always come here for books amazing stock love the ambiance there i also love the cafe i could…read moreread in there for hours

This was a wonderful and organized bookstore. The woman at the counter was extremely friendly and…read moreoutgoing. The prices seemed fair. There was a wide selection and there were some cute little notepads by the register. Highly recommend!

What a find! Great selection of new and used books with warm and welcoming staff…read more Only thing missing is a bookstore cat! We will be back for sure.

We are always in search of used book stores, something that is getting harder to find all the time…read more While visiting the University of Notre Dame we did a YELP search and found Erasmus ... and what a find it was. Now for those avid readers looking for an orderly used book store ... you might have to look elsewhere. But if you are looking for a book store with thousands of used books ... with only a basic framework to the organization of inventory ... this is your place. Set in an old cottage-style home that has been granted Landmark Status in this residential neighborhood, there are books everywhere ... in the basement, on the first floor, and supposedly in each and every room. Most of the books are on shelves, but many are in assorted stacks. The owner/manager of the place is a wonder all to himself. Friendly and outgoing, he actually does know where the major genres are in his layout, and he can help you get close to what you seek. The rest is up to you. The owner is always buying additional used books to flesh out the collection, so that could be a thing for those that are interested. On the buy side, if the owner doesn't have it ... he can probably find you what you want. The store is also complemented with a wonderful old watchdog that is almost on his last legs ... but he will get up and greet you if you have a few minutes. He adds to the overall ambience of this historic building. Now for those that have forgotten: Erasmus was a Dutch humanist, Catholic theologian, and pioneering philologist (philology being the study of literary texts and oral and written records) and we assume the source of the store's name. All in all this was a great stop on our visit ... and we'll be sure to do it again.

Erasmus is a wonderful and weird used bookstore, packed to the brim with books of all sorts by an…read moreavid book collector or two in an old and beautiful home. My bf and I got lost in here (although it is quite organized), just looking for a diamond on the rough book to take home back in April 2025. I only had $8 in cash in me and the kind bookseller let me buy a $10 Jewish hardcover cookbook for only $8! While I am trying to buy LESS books as I downsize, I plan to stop by Erasmus periodically to look and perhaps, give a book a home! Parking is street parking.

THIS is one fantastic bookstore. In fact, it is *the quintessential* small town bookstore, the one…read moreyou actually read about in books and wish you had one yourself. If you're anywhere near Elkhart, YOU DO. Lucky us!! Things we love: The work in progress Harry Potter closet under the stairs. YEP!!! The amazing staff! The owners are SO community-minded. It's remarkable. Of course, excellent selection of books THE CUTEST kids area Rolling bookshelves for event space (!) Events! (such as poetry open mic, or local authors) Local authors are featured Knowledgeable staff FANTASTIC sitting clever signs Things that make me sad: We live an hour away. Go! And, perhaps, you'll write your OWN novel, about a bookstore, and this will be your model. LOVE!

This place was a huge disappointment. I took my 3-year old granddaughter on an outing and chose…read morethis local bookstore as part of it. She LOVES reading, and I thought it would be fun to visit a local, independent bookstore. It is a used bookstore, which was not clear from website description. The book choices for preschool children were minimal - a single small bookcase of books - most of which were ancient. (There was a Dick and Jane book there if you want to gauge age of the books). The books were poorly organized and many were very worn. As my granddaughter said, "This bookstore is boring." It was a shame as small communities need good bookstores. This wasn't it. I've been to some GREAT small independent bookstores; I know they can be amazing. This was just depressing.

Great selection of both new and pre-loved books. Stickers, bookmarks, tote bags and other gifts…read moreround out the selection. The staff was friendly and helpful. As I was checking out, the sales associate pulled a book out of the stack of new donations that she thought I might enjoy based on the book I'd brought to the counter. (She was right!)

Horrible. Just absolutely terrible. My son asked for a book about a couple in a homosexual…read morerelationship, and the cashier told him he was too young because it was about gay people. I am bisexual myself and i was infuriated. We have members of the lgbtq community in our family! This cashie shall be fired immediatel. Don't support homophobes, and our family could buy you! Sincerely, Margaretta Fysher

A great little bookstore! The owner was gracious, kind, and friendly. It had a great selection of…read morebooks! They also have some comic books, toys, and recorded music. There's even art you can buy. The books aren't expensive unless your buying antiques. This place is a real gem.

The most charming little bookstore! This is how bookstores should be. Shelves stacked tall with old…read morevolumes waiting to be picked up and admired! I Half expected the kid from Neverending story to run through. They have a wide variety and very reasonable prices. From rare pieces to modern. The basement has records and comics so there is a huge selection. I loved the prints available too! Definitely worth a stop

What an awesome place! I love coming here and just getting lost in the book shelfs. So many cool…read morebooks and they are decently priced! The owner of the store is very nice. You never know what you will find here.

A hidden gem in Chesterton, Indiana which is highly recommended. . I stop in every opportunity…read moreand am always impressed with the book selections and new offerings. The books are in great shape and the prices are reasonable. I have had opertunities to chat with the proprietor on occasion and am impressed with his bredth of knowledge and helpfulness.

If they don't have it they'll order it. If it's old or new, popular or obscure, they probably have…read moreit. You can get lost in the rows and shelves. And isn't that the point of books? I love this bookstore for being more than a bookstore. Tom and the entire staff are fantastic.

So much character--the feel is truly unmatched. From the moment you walk in, it's warm and…read moreinviting, with a personality that makes it stand out right away. It's the kind of bookstore you want to take your time in, explore every corner, and keep coming back to.