I have never personally been to a bigger book selection in my life. Almost worth making the trip…read morejust to come to this place only for the books if you love books. Almost. They even have a decent number of CDs although they are priced higher than many Goodwills. Staff seems to be all volunteer. The staffer I encountered really knew his books like nothing else and he really understood vintage vs newer and how many different categories were integrated with each other. He also understood how some other volunteers might improperly categorize things and where to optimally try to look. He could tell that I had a sense of the different array of things in the store too. I was a bit surprised when he told me that he was here only part time. He was trying to see if he could give me a discount as he could tell I a bit surprised about the CD price. Even told me if I got one more CD or DVD that it would be $1 more. However, it was near closing and I just kept the purchase I had decided on. Two of the three CDs I got turned out not to be a win for me. Lol that is how it goes. He told me he worked here part time. He may've assumed I would come back here regularly. That person can feel free to reach out via private message if he was looking to build something more outside of the store. He was staying professional- and I was starting to get tired from a long trip and didn't want to hold him up from near closing time. He noticed my unique choose your own adventure shirt (with quality choices on the back) stuck out to him as did several other people in public.

Highly recommend this shop. My boyfriend and I went NUTS and both found a pile each of awesome…read morebooks for a steal. I'm halfway through the first already. All the books are great prices. I found some treasures. Not just books but DVDs, video games, crystals, and other stuff! Almost every book is under $6. The younger girl who was working was really nice and helpful. They have comics, kids books, old and new, something from almost every genre and type. It's a pretty massive place and it was fun combing through their genres!

This was my third visit to 2nd & Charles, and it continues to deliver. Stopped in for their…read morePenny-A-Page event and somehow walked out with 7 books for under $35. Yes, we did it in two transactions; no judgement Their selection is seriously impressive; everything from kids' books to adult reads, so it's easy to get lost browsing. I've also picked up CDs here as gifts, and the condition has always been pristine. If you're into collectibles, they have a huge selection of Funko Pops, and their video game section is a solid find for collectors too. If you love a good bargain, this place is a must. Buying used is not only budget-friendly, but it's also a win for the environment. Highly recommend!

Many of the staff here were attentive and provided impeccable service during the holiday shopping…read morebonanza that bestowed the 2025 season. The store was well organized amidst the chaos. There was a huge selection of books, music, Funko Pops, and tons of other items. The prices were reasonable, though, some of the plushies were ridiculously priced. (e.g., the little stuffed insect plague doctor has been $35 for a few years now ). Anyway, I wanted to shout out a special thank you to the employee who found my phone, immediately put it in the safe, and called the number I left on the lock screen to get it back to me. I was very touched by the thoughtfulness of those involved. I wanted to say thank you again

Shelf Life is always my top recommendation when visiting Carytown. The staff are incredibly helpful…read moreand knowledgeable. Never be afraid to ask for recommendations or help finding a specific book! If you are lucky, you will get to see the store cats lounging in the window by the banned book section. Downstairs is reserved for new books, with well curated and intentional sections. Upstairs features huge selection of used books from all genres. I snagged a copy of "Still Life" in almost new condition for $7.95.

Wow!! Favorite Bookshop of my travels! Loved that there is a well organized level of Used books or…read moreas I love to say pre-loved-- is there a dollar shelf- not that I could find but that said - I did buy 2 brand new books from the wonderful LOCAL Authors and local interest section. I felt welcome and I am sure if I had wanted a book recommendation staff would have given me some. Other bookstores I visited in Virginia were not welcoming - . The shop is colorful- I didn't see the Shop cats but lots of Cat love items, fun stickers, a little bit of book bags- and I was tempted by the books- loved the corners upstairs to sit and hang out with a book or 2. Hard to choose just a couple! A must if you love books and are visiting RICHMOND-- and it sits on a street with coffee shops and more- so definitely worth an UBER if you are not staying in the neighborhood. . I dropped off a few "recommendations" since I also work in a bookshop and hope they will stock those in the future- I think they would do well.

I love this bookshop…read more I have been shopping there for at least 15 years. Always an excellent and unexpected selection of books. Support local and independent booksellers!

Absolutely lovely selection. I was a turd and didn't…read morethink to check the hours before driving a 30 - 40 minute drive to stop by. When at the door I noticed "by appointment" and decided to call, luckily they were in, and kindly allowed me in to see the books. The owner is very gracious and will help you find what you're out for, even if its on 10 different subjects.

I love this place the business is great you can sell and buy books and board games and they even…read morehave Riverby tote bags and shirts! The service is so kind they even have book hunts for kids! The value of the books are all type even historical artifact books they have preserved!

Great non-fiction section (especially for Civil War buffs). Friendly, informed staff willing to…read morehelp if you need it. Books are in great shape and reasonably priced. Nice, relaxed atmosphere for brousing.

Lots of parking, friendly staff, tons of variety, and fair book buyback program! Today was my first…read moretime going. They buy books back for 1/4 of the list price, and you buy books for 1/2 the list price - simple! I went on my lunch break but will go back on a weekend when I have more time! Huge Western and history sections and tons of hidden gems! They have little trinkets and stickers for sale, and they have membership programs + reading programs as well.

Books are 50% off the cover price, in the back there are 1$, 2$, & 3$ books marked with…read morecorresponding stars *. I picked up a couple of books from those shelves. There's a section for vintage and classic books and an adorable couch to sit on if you want to get cozy and read a bit. The window displays are always cute, there's a "beach" read theme for the summer! Inside there's a mystery display. Current popular authors are found as well as some obscure ones. Very small poetry section, which is sad as I'm a fan and writer of poetry! Nice and helpful staff!

Calling all bookworms! When I see a sign for a bookstore, it's like my car has a gravitational…read morepull and I am drawn to it like a magnet! I'm so glad I saw this cute bookstores at Stony Point Shopping Center! The sign showed a stack of books and a cup of tea! Need I say more?! And the name of the shop intrigued me, Redemption Books. My first impression when I entered was WOW! Although this isn't a huge bookstore, it was spacious and beautifully appointed. The bookshelves were gorgeous, the colors were enlivened, the furniture was warm and cozy, and the décor was serene and lovely. The murals in the children's department were especially heartwarming. This store is predominantly a Christian bookstore (hence the name of the store, duh, I should've put that together), but it also carries other titles, fiction, reference, young adults, self help, classics, poetry and more! I purchased quite a few titles, both hardback and paperback. The prices are amazing! They sell new and used books, and also take donations of good quality, wholesome books. There is also a little beverage area where you can get a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy a leisurely moment of reading. I nestled in with my Earl Grey and broke open the spine of a book of poetry by Whittier that was copyrighted 1893! There's plenty of seating and some tables if you need a work station. I met Val, the sweet lady who was minding the store and we had a lively, invigorating chat! She showed me around the store and was as nice as she could be! She also informed me that they host events by various authors from time to time! Come on in and perhaps find a novel treasure of your own! If you miss this spot, you can only blame your-shelf!

If I could rate it a higher star I would plz support more businesses like this…read more So good for kids n adults

Kind, informative, courteous! Called from California…read more Friendly! Answered all questions.

A bookstore in Richmond to visit on Broad Street. I found parking around the corner since you can't…read morepark in front of the store. When I got there, they had a table of books for $1, mostly kid's books. Once inside, there are books along the wall. I also saw comic books, records and some vintage ads by decades. They have a very tiny kid's section nothing to rave about. My impression is that they had a lot of books, but not a lot of popular books. It was still worth a look. I did see some books about Art and Architecture. I am sure I am missing mentioning more, but that is what I remembered. The books were fairly priced and was glad to find 2 books. You can see my pics to see them. The bookstore seems to have been there a long time. It doesn't look like it's been updated ever. There is an old vibe here, but these are the kinds of bookstore you will find something cool and rare. The old register at the counter is also a classic.

A quick review for Book People, a preowned book seller I purchased from while on Abe Books. From…read morestart to finish, my new read arrived in better than perfect condition, very well packed and shipped quickly. I appreciate the care that you took making sure that my book arrived in excellent condition. The personal touches are why I love purchasing from small book sellers. This will be a proud addition to my library. Thank You. Rory R from Georgia.

I want anyone and everyone reading this review to go to Book People ASAP. My fiance and I were out…read morein the West End running some errands when I wanted to add a charming pit stop to our outing. We had originally planned to visit an independent bookstore near where we live, but decided to check Yelp to see if there were any near our errands. That's when I saw Book People! I hadn't heard of this shop before and it's been around since 1980 (was at different location before). It's located in a strip mall with lots of easy parking out front. The shop itself is pretty small, but filled with new and used books. We had a blast perusing through all the sections (and even the stickers). My fiance was looking for two books they didn't have, but one of the owner's working the cashier was able to help us order them. Our receipt came close to $95 for two books to be shipped, two books at the store, and some stickers which was an awesome price. While placing the orders we perused some more and I decided it was time for me to finally buy the ultimate cozy read, Legends & Lattes (a nice palette cleanser is what the owner called it). My fiancé also grabbed a book from the local author section. The owner was so passionate about books and kept recommending different ones, it was so sweet. I ended up buying some cute fantasy stickers for my DND group too. I highly recommend visiting this bookstore. We loved our experience here.

We've been exploring all the local libraries in the hot heat of the summer…read more Ms Jodi does an AMAZING job with toddler storytime. We look forward to it every week. It helps that she gives out hand stamps at the end too. The library is great and always has of plenty of physical copies of the most recent releases.

I used to go to librabraries all the time! But then the pandemic struck. Then when looking for…read moresomething to do we found the library again! As a history lover I find all of my books there! It's kid friendly and a calm way to spend an afternoon!