This is a great bookstore with a wide variety of new and used books. The prices are low and the atmosphere is peaceful. I had a great time looking through their store and discovered that they even sell sheet music for extremely low prices. The staff is nice as well (including the cat I met). read more

I like to check out the local used bookstores around the region and I finally got to this place. It's located in a converted house. Extremely clean and organized. It has a good selection of new, used and older books. They have a nice children and youth section as well. I found a J.D. Robb book that I had been looking for and just bought online that was more expensive than what was offered here. After talking to the nice gentleman (sorry I can't remember your name), he told me that they have a website that I can order online and pick it up at the store. Score!! I will definitely be back! I highly recommend this gem. read more

This place is fantastic. I left my copy of Sioux Dawn by Terry Johnston in a hotel room and had to catch a flight. I was distraught as all of the big retailers didn't have the specific copy I had. I found McDowell's Emporium through a google search (I live in California) and they had it in stock for $2!!! I was so excited I accidentally put an expired card down as payment. Instead of just declining the transaction, Judith reached out to me personally to mitigate the issue. She was polite and very helpful. It was honestly a stroke of luck, as I didn't realize that they had another book in the series in stock that I couldn't find elsewhere (looking at you amazon and B&N). I ended up ordering both. I also made sure to use the right card this time... Judith then reached out again to make sure I was aware that everything had gone through, and even gave me an estimate of when pickup and delivery would be. Tracking numbers were provided right off the bat. So excited that I found this place. I'll be telling everyone I know to skip Amazon/Barnes & Noble and order here instead. THANK YOU JUDITH!!! read more

Predominantly a used book shop, the owner Judith also has an array of Best Sellers. As a local author, I am especially grateful for the encouragement she gives "our kind," displaying our latest offerings conspicuously and holding book signings. Though the store may be a tad difficult to find the first trip, it's worth the effort. read more

This is an adorable little used book store tucked away inside a little house just off Clemson blvd. the staff is very friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. It was a great experience and kid friendly. read more