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My favorite gem in Fair Haven! I have loved all the books and puzzles I've bought. The women who…read morework here are always kind and suggest great books!

A cozy little bookshop right on Cookman! I've stopped in here before when in town and love browsing…read morethe $2 used book section. They didn't have the specific book I was looking for on my last visit but I still left with a mystery "Blind Date with a Book" book! Wrapped up and only giving me a tease of what it's about and only $5. Very excited to add this to my book-loving mom's gifts this year. The store has a variety of books, some new and some classics. I also love checking out their book club section on the far right wall for some recs for future reading. The team that was working that day let me know that almost everyone you see in store is a volunteer & that they host lots of events over the course of the year.

Local bookstores should be in every village, town, and city ... I am not disparaging the big box…read morevariety of bookstore, but humanity deserves a place to discover amazing written pages in a comfortable setting in a locale close to home. The Cooperative exceeds expectations and judging by the flow of book searching humans on a Saturday afternoon others have discovered this warm, comfy opportunity for discovery too! In fact, my grandson is currently lost amidst the Children's section where moments ago he read a Christmas book to me using his 4-year-old imagination. I have been wanting to read something of Michener and discovered two near new versions of novels for $1 each. Such a wonderful island amidst Asbury Park's exciting restaurant and business scene. Stop in ... grab a book and disappear into your imagination!

service was good, selection was ok. The reason I gave this a 1 star is because when I fist walked…read moreup to the first set of book shelves which was loaded with childrens books, there was no sign about the cost of them. Maybe there was and I missed it? This "bookstore " is in the Collingswood flea market so I understand and enough said. However, I bought 8 ( on was a set of 4 small, thin books in a sleeve) 8 childrens books that cost me 15.00 dollar. I was shocked but I didn't say anything. I should have asked how much each was I think, so my bad. I then took a look at the little alcove he has with all kinds of books that were well arranged. There I saw a sign that said 5.00 for each book. Now, there were hardbacks in really good shape, there were trade paperbacks in really good shape mostly, and then there were mass paperbacks. I'm found one hardcover that I really wanted and one trade paperback. I realized that I could buy both online at thriftbooks for most like less with no shipping cos, so I left. Maybe consider doing a price scale? if I hadn't just paid 15.00 for 8 children's books that I will be setting outside on Halloween for kids hat either can't have candy or would just like a fun book for free, I probably would have bought the books I wanted. Instead I left and I won be back.

My sister and I went on a quest to find a good used book store and we found a great one. The Wolf…read moreand The Kron was fantastic i came with a long wish list and easily found 5 titles i wanted. The store owner was incredibly knowlegable and helped me find additional authors I never even heard of. My sister found a pile of equaly desired titles she wanted in a completly different genra. I highly reccomed this book store

The Book Garden is really something different. The owners seem to know every book that's for sale…read morein their store of thousands of books. there are categories of subjects for every preference. It's relaxing to shop there. It's a great place for the curious to find a new subject to delve into. Whether historic or new, hardcover or not, stop here for your next good read and expect to pay a reasonable price.

The book garden is an amazing place. I went there strictly for knitting books and found a treasure…read moretrove. The books were in beautiful condition for a fraction of the cost for new. I now have enough books but highly recommend their wonderful shop.

Love, Love, Love This Little Gem of a Bookstore! If you're…read moreanywhere near Manasquan, do yourself a favor and pop into this lovely little bookstore. I found books I absolutely love--some I discovered on my own and others that were personally recommended by the store's fabulous curator, and owner Peter. When I mentioned a book I had recently read and loved--Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin--Peter immediately jumped up, went straight to the bottom shelf, and pointed it out. There was even a handwritten staff recommendation and summary attached to the book. Many of the books throughout the store have these thoughtful mini-reviews, which made browsing feel so personal and engaging. I love the overall vibe of this shop. The selection of gifts is just right: a charming mix of journals, candles, book-themed merchandise, and a few toys--including stuffed animals. I fell in love with a stuffed bear and now I'll have to go back because I didn't purchase him (regret!). If you have the time, I highly recommend setting some aside to slowly explore the shelves, stacks, and cozy nooks of this beautifully curated bookstore. It's an absolute delight

Booktowne is such a gem. It's not only a gorgeous shop filled with amazing books, but also a…read moretreasure trove of unique gifts that make it the perfect place to shop for readers and nonreaders alike. What really sets them apart, though, is their kindness. My son, who has special needs, needed help with a project, and the staff at Booktowne volunteered their time to work with him. They were so kind and patient--we'll never forget it. This is the kind of business our community needs. So stop clicking "Buy Now" on Amazon and head to Booktowne Manasquan instead. You'll walk out with something great and know your money is supporting a generous, caring local business.

Independent book stores are few and far between. Thunder Road Books recently opened their newly…read morerenovated location in the heart of Spring Lake. The store has a nice selection of best sellers, kids books, and event offerings. The staff and manager are friendly and happy to be there. I was recently introduced to Thunder Road when they sponsored an event for one of my favorite authors. Take a look at their website for upcoming events.

SPRING LAKE: an independent book shop right near the lake, Thunder Road Books has a nice selection…read moreof best sellers and kids books, gifts, and events, all managed by a friendly staff who are excited to help you find your next read. Friendly and leashed dogs are allowed to shop with you and there is a doggie water bowl out front of the store. It was fun to browse the shelves and Brie really enjoyed the Science Fiction section. Check out their website and social media for upcoming events.

Well I see all the bad reviews. The owner actually spent a lot of time with me. The place is…read moreunorganized!!! I tried to look but it's just too much. I left my number if he finds the book. I don't think he will and i don't know how this store is still there. Could be a great store if it was organized

Friends and i use to shop here over 20 years ago and we got to know the owner well.. i got him to…read moreopen up to me one day and he told me he lost his whole family in the holocaust enough said.. i tryed to stop in a couple of years ago and i got the same reaction from him as other people... he told me if i wasn't there to buy anything then i should leave and he didn't have time to help me ( this is after he realized who i was and remembered me right away he started asking how my other friends are and even mentioned them by name) For anyone who had a bad experience here just look at the man then maybe it will make more sense its just unfortunate cause it really is a cool store and he has alot of rare and collectible books.

An absolute treasure here in Point Pleasant Beach. Cozy and…read morecomfortable and the coffee counter is another wonderful amenity

POINT PLEASANT: Book…read moreshop Coffee shop Gift shop Event space Dog friendly! The Little Point Bookshop truly does it all. This independent bookstore and community hub is a warm, inviting space filled with thoughtfully curated books, special collections, and fun book-themed finds. The shop is full of character too, with cool touches like an old-school Pac-Man console and even a piano. Grab a comfy chair, flip through a new read, and sip on a drink from The 2nd Cup Cafe tucked in the back. As we wandered through the shop, there was an unmistakable sense of calm and happiness in the air. Leashed and friendly dogs are welcome inside, making it a perfect stop for book lovers and their pups.

Considering there are not many large-format retail book stores left (I think B&N is really the only…read moreone), and just in general not as many book stores nowadays, I usually try to swing into one when I'm close by. You never know what you'll find or learn, which is part of the precious experience of exploring a book store. Also book stores have in some ways replaced stationary stores which used to be more common when people actually wrote physical notes/letters/cards to each other. (In some ways that's good to produce less paper waste, though that's an all together different conversation for a different time). Anyways, this is a fairly large B&N, with book categorized by subjects in each section. They have a good-sized children's section and aside from books and stationary, they carry games, toys, some manga and comics as well. Their periodicals section is unparalleled in today's digital age, so always interesting to peruse these for something different. The Starbucks inside is considered a separate entity from other regular SBs so you can't use your SB card or rewards here. Employees seemed to be helpful tho I didn't have much interaction tbh. Overall the store was very organized and clean, I wished I had a little more time to spend here!

Rudest employees. I will never be back. The way two employees treated me for asking a question was…read moreinsanely disrespectful.