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Lemuria Book Store

4.5 (32 reviews)
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Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Belle M.

It was my first time ordering from Lemuria Bookstore and I am overall very pleased with my first order. I was searching for signed copies of Midnight Sun and it was sold out almost everywhere. I stumbled upon this book store when a fan posted a link to this book store that had the First edition signed copies. The order process was easy and the book was shipped the next day, with tracking. When I opened the package, I was surprised by how well they packaged my book, and that were no marks or other damages on it despite its long-distance travel to my house. The bubble wrap and wrapping paper of the book were packaged extremely well. I was most pleased with the lamination of the book's book jacket! I've seen other fans' signed books from other places and they arrived without lamination or a "signed copy" sticker in the front of the book cover. The book was in pristine condition and I also liked how they included a bookmark from their bookstore. My friend also bought a copy of the signed edition from their store and loved the wonderful condition of her book. I am definitely ordering from this bookstore in the near future and I just want to say thank you to everyone in this local independent bookstore for taking care of the books they receive and sell, I really appreciate it. Thank you! :)

Lea S.

One of the best book stores I have ever seen. Seriously, in Mississippi. Absolutely gorgeous. My friend brought me here after having breakfast at the bakery downstairs, Broad Street Baking Company, and I was blown away by the selection. Books to the ceiling! There are several rooms to explore, and each genre is nicely represented. There was a book by a Russian author that my friend and I thought that they wouldn't have. The children's area is a large, fun decorated room, and there is even an area full of rare first edition books. Local authors are nicely represented as well. The employees were very helpful and very excited to talk about books and give you information about children's story times, local authors, and rare books. The rest of the building has cute interesting shops and the bakery is great. Totally check this place out when in Jackson.

Willie Maes Amazing Grace B&B loves John Kelly and Abby at Lemuria Bookstore
 
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Linda M.

John Abbey and Kelly are all wonderful down to earth brilliant people who are friendly and kind and good and very hard working people We are going to This bookstore and bakery ASAP My mom was a librarian and my dad was a baker What a fabulous combination So excited to come after hearing the reviews You all are awesome incredible lovely special and of course talented Thank you so much for getting back to us today Team Lemuria

Rachel P.

First things first, I'm an avid reader and a lover of books. I probably go through 2-3 books a week on a good week! It can end up being an expensive habit so I try and get most of my books from the library, but whenever I want to own a book or find a new release or something rare, I *always* turn to Lemuria. Lemuria truly is Jackson's bookstore. Located in the lovely and light-filled Banner Hall off I-55, Lemuria is a quaint and friendly haven for bibliophiles like myself. Is anyone immune to the charms of a bookstore? Probably not. Lemuria is separated into several different rooms, with the books separated by genre. There's a kids section, a historical nonfiction, self-help, art, poetry, travel, etc. You name it--- they've got it. I've rarely not been able to find the book I've been able to find the book I'm looking for but if that's the case, just talk to a staff member and they can likely order it for you or help you find it! The staff here is incredible. They're knowledgable but not snobby. Everyone is so friendly and willing to help you out or just chat about lit. It's so refreshing! Lemuria also very often hosts literary events, from book signings to readings. Tons of fantastic authors come through Jackson all the time, and THIS is where they stop. Be sure to keep up with Lemuria's social calendar so you don't miss any great events. My suggestion for a really, really great afternoon? Head to Broadstreet Bakery, located just below Lemuria, and grab a delicious coffee before heading upstairs to peruse the shelves for an hour or two. You're destined to find a new favorite read. Enjoy!

Lauren J.

I've lived in Jackson for several years now and just went into Lemuria yesterday (I'm almost ashamed to say) - I got lost in the beauty of this store! I took my lunch break to hang out and found my way to the Rock & Roll section. So I took a seat on a beautiful antique green couch and read up on Keith Richards. It was a nice time. Kind of felt like I was in a modern day scene of Harry Potter, honestly. Like going book shopping in here is like going Nimbus 2000 shopping.

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Great bookstore. Was nervous when we pulled up to the shopping center and then heaven! The book selection is amazing and the clerks were fantastic. Left loaded with books to Urban Foxes, a local coffee shop/bakery where we could sit and read all our finds.

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Great selection of recent and older books. I lost myself as I went row by row. Worth stopping in Jackson just to see this.

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If you like books and bookstores, DO NOT pass this place by. Spectacular selections and very knowledgeable people.

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This store is an absolute treasure. A destination point. A legend. Sheer bibliophile heaven. Cannot recommend highly enough

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Lemuria is THE bookstore bar none. Comfy quarters, knowledgeable staff and books, books, books!

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