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    Little Dickens

    4.5 (19 reviews)
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    Open 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    10 months ago

    Awesome store awesome staff. Definitely worth stopping in even if it's just for a coffee.

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    If this place ever closes I will cry! It is the coolest mix of a place for kids and adults in the area.

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    11 years ago

    What a fabulous local book and toy store. Super spot. When I'm in town visiting my parents, I stop in.

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    Too Many Books - A stacked books tissue case. Interesting.

    Too Many Books

    4.3(22 reviews)
    43.1 mi
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    A book is like a whole new world waiting to be opened and explored. And visiting Too Many Books for…read morethe first time was like a journey to many worlds in one space and time. After having been selected as number 4 of Yelp's Top 50 most prolific Elites of 2025, a year when I was also awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Photographer of the Year Award at their Yelpies 2025 Award Ceremony, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, and where last year I was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Yelper of the Year Award, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Too Many Books, a beloved independent used bookstore located in the heart of Roanoke's Historic Grandin Village, is a perfect example. Owned and managed by Linda Stedman for many years, this cozy, two-story bookshop features a massive inventory of approximately 50,000 used books, which include fiction and non-fiction. There one can easily find vintage paperbacks as well as hardcover books in categories such as children's literature, history, science fiction, art, and philosophy; with extensive sections dedicated to Virginia, Civil War history, and genealogy. I was very impressed with the selection of books which included: antiquarian books, leatherbound books, out-of-print titles, limited editions, first editions, signed books by the author, and other collectible ephemera. It was a pleasure meeting the owner who came across as a very warm and deeply knowledgeable bookseller, as well as her other friendly staff in this bookstore with a very inviting atmosphere and fair prices. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and its amazing merchandise. The store lists portion of its specialized inventory online via its AbeBooks Merchant Page. It also hosts author signings, literary discussions, and ocational major storefront sales. As a matter of fact it was holding one of those sales today where hardcover books were 20% off until the end of the month. I particularly liked a book by former Predident Barack Obama's Chief Official White House Photographer, Pete Souza, titled: "Obama: An Intimate Portrait." The author also served as an official photographer for President Ronald Reagan. The used book in almost new condition was selling for $50, so with the discount one could buy it for $40. One can check their official Too Many Books Instagram for events and most current inventory of books. I highly recommend this used bookstore, for its inviting ambiance, fair prices, and deeply knowledgeable and hospitable owner and staff.

    The only thing missing from this classic style used bookstore is giant piles of books in corners…read moreand backrooms that threaten to fall over at any moment. Instead, they are all categorized, priced, and shelved under the watchful eyes of the proprietors. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and any time we had a question, they were there to answer it. What a pleasant way to spend and hour or two, perusing the shelves looking for treasures.

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    Too Many Books - The basement is a delight for grown up kids.

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    The basement is a delight for grown up kids.

    Book No Further - The doors of the bookstore.

    Book No Further

    4.6(14 reviews)
    40.9 mi

    This quaint independent bookstore is located at 112 Market Street in a small building right next to…read morethe Historic Roanoke City Market Building in Downtown Roanoke. I have always been fascinated by bookstores, especially ones of this size and nature. So today I decided to walk in to explore it first hand. One of the things that impressed me the most was how clean and well organized it was. From the shinny windows of its storefront to its clean floors and shelves. As I entered, I received a warm welcome by a young lady employee with a nice personality who you could tell she loved her job. She most enthusiastically explained what they had available and where everything was. They carried bestsellers, new fiction, and non-fiction, classic and local interest books, along with high-quality used books. BNF features books about the Roanoke and New River Valleys and the works of local authors along with a special selection of Appalachian fiction and non-fiction. They also provided special orders service, helping find hard-to-find books, and book club specials. Their collection also includes the works of more than 50 local and regional authors and the surrounding areas. Book No Further isn't just a bookstore; it's also a gathering place for the community. The shop regularly hosts book signings, author talks, and book clubs, featuring celebrated writers and spotlighting new talent from the Blue Ridge region. Before leaving I had the privprivilege of meeting Doloris Vest, one of the co-owners of Book No Further Bookstore. I thanked her for the great contribution she is providing to the Star City of Roanoke and its community with her engaging bookstore. Books open windows of knowledge and opportunities as well as provide value and entertainment to all of us. With her creative imagination by incorporating different book clubs, community members gatherings, and many other diverse events, she is contributing to the quality of life of this community and to making the City of Roanoke so special.

    This fun little bookshop was in the heart of Roanoke's downtown area. There was a smaller upstairs…read morearea with (from what I recall) children's books, while the lower half held fiction and other genres. There were also fun trinkets such as stickers and bookmarks. The staff was helpful and friendly. Would definitely visit again when in town. While the downtown area itself is relatively small, there are tons of shops and restaurants to explore. So if you're interested in visiting this bookstore, consider coming with an appetite so you can make an evening of the adventure!

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    Book No Further - The interior of the bookstore.

    The interior of the bookstore.

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    A bird's eye view of the interior of the bookstore.

    Book No Further - Black History is Local History during this Black History Month.

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    Black History is Local History during this Black History Month.

    Barnes & Noble - Love the books!

    Barnes & Noble

    3.2(15 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    This location has a pretty awesome selection of manga and magazines. I come in probably once a week…read morefor both of those things. Anytime Leah is working, she's extremely friendly and goes out of her way to ensure I get what I'm looking for. I'd recommend this location over others I've been to.

    This B&N is a mixed bag for me. While the associates are…read morefriendly and seem to have general knowledge of what they sell, and the store is clean...It has its downsides. For starters, how do you offer a cafe and free wifi, and only have one place with outlets? Seriously, the only place you can sit and study and charge your laptop is with three tables...with a big power strip. But, for the other tables, there are no outlets. Seems a bit off. Why offer the service, if you don't provide places to charge adequately? My last issue is the bathroom. I can't speak for the women's bathroom, but the men's bathroom is always a mess. Now, I know a lot of that has to do with customers who don't care and will make a mess...but, this place is clearly not doing hourly checks. I have seen the bathroom a complete mess...paper towels all over the mess, excrement all over the stalls, and urine everywhere. So, why aren't the bathrooms being checked every hour or two? Other than those two negatives, I really have no major gripes with this place. I rarely buy books here, mostly because they are overpriced (you can find most things $5-$10 cheaper on Amazon or Target) but I do enjoy coming here to read on my iPad or hang out on my laptop. The staff makes it a nice experience.

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    Barnes & Noble - The cafe is great to work! Peaceful and quiet

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    The cafe is great to work! Peaceful and quiet

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