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    Letters Bookshop

    4.9 (47 reviews)
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    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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    upstairs windows very very nice :)

    Great selection! Found the book I needed with absolutely no issues! Highly recommend! The upstairs was my favorite part! Very quiet and nice.

    Ashten L.

    A super cute little museum like bookshop. They have a HUGE variety & the counter person was super nice. If you go upstairs they have more & game I was thrilled to find postcards as I'm visiting from out of state and I also picked up a super reasonable priced book.

    I found exactly what I came for, a beautiful and relatable romance novel. They have amazing books on display, makes it so easy to pick one.
    Sierra S.

    I had a delightful experience at this charming bookstore! The staff's genuine kindness and passion for reading created a warm atmosphere. The curated book selection was excellent, and I couldn't resist picking up a James Baldwin candle and a captivating romance novel. It's a gem for book lovers seeking a welcoming haven.

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    Amanda K.

    This place is a gem. Support local! Great place to buy new and used books. Loved the kids section. It's a must visit while in Durham.

    Children's books for all kids from all backgrounds!
    Anila Y.

    While I have never actually purchased anything from here, it's one of my favorite places to peruse when in downtown Durham. They are a locally owned bookstore so don't expect the selection you would get at Barnes and noble, but what you can expect is to books by authors of all different backgrounds. When you enter you can see the showcasing of authors from minority groups, and they have an entire children's shelf with books featuring characters of all skin colors. I am all about bringing diversity to bookshelves and so happy I stumbled upon this gem!

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    Excellent selection of books, new and used! Great independent, community bookstore! They even have a selection of puzzles for sale.

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    Good selection, clean and organized, cozy and helpful friendly staff. What more could yoy need!?

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    Service as only as good as the student you get which is just ok. I get it so no stars off...Who…read morewants to work in a high volume bookstore like Duke's bookstore? Selection is way better than my Alma mater's bookstore... I went to University of San Francisco...My brother went to Duke...So yeah I get to wear their gear with shame :) and shop in a huge bookstore. I bought 3 hats solely for golf and a long sleeve shirt...I have a ton of other Duke gear. My only grip is. Ike being a provider which sucks since Nike fits like crap on me...what man is slim fit!!! LOL! I get being fit but almost all brands I buy such as Adidas, KUIU, Champion, Ralph Lauren, etc...XL fits but Nike you need to size up if not1.5x...NO to Nike. Value wise, you will find some Deals but I am all about instant gratification. The prices are high but they offer Lululemon, Champion, Cutter and buck so you will find something that fits your budget and needs. I love blue so Duke has it over my schools colors which is Green and Gold (ugh). Worth visiting the bookstore even if you are not a student or Alumni...You can always walk around the campus which is also beautiful.

    Excellent selection of all things Duke Univ. From individual schools...business, law, etc. you can…read morefind just the swag you need. Snacks, merch, textbooks, etc. This store on the grounds near the chapel has it all. Excellent customer service, two floors for perusing and merch is priced affordably.

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    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.

    We visit this Barnes and Noble occasionally because it's just expensive but they have a good…read morevariety of books. I specifically go for the B&N classic and special editions but it is nice they have a cafe. I noticed their bathroom is locked and can only be unlocked by a code on the bottom of a receipt which isn't super classy. Overall like any other B&N- the employees said hello but didn't ask if we were looking for anything.

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