Very nice bookstore! The owner was welcoming and friendly. I enjoyed the layout and it wasn't tight…read moreaisles.

Very nice bookstore in Saint Joe, Michigan. My daughter had a very specific book she "needed" and…read morethey were able to get it delivered for pick up in a couple days

THIS is one fantastic bookstore. In fact, it is *the quintessential* small town bookstore, the one…read moreyou actually read about in books and wish you had one yourself. If you're anywhere near Elkhart, YOU DO. Lucky us!! Things we love: The work in progress Harry Potter closet under the stairs. YEP!!! The amazing staff! The owners are SO community-minded. It's remarkable. Of course, excellent selection of books THE CUTEST kids area Rolling bookshelves for event space (!) Events! (such as poetry open mic, or local authors) Local authors are featured Knowledgeable staff FANTASTIC sitting clever signs Things that make me sad: We live an hour away. Go! And, perhaps, you'll write your OWN novel, about a bookstore, and this will be your model. LOVE!

This place was a huge disappointment. I took my 3-year old granddaughter on an outing and chose…read morethis local bookstore as part of it. She LOVES reading, and I thought it would be fun to visit a local, independent bookstore. It is a used bookstore, which was not clear from website description. The book choices for preschool children were minimal - a single small bookcase of books - most of which were ancient. (There was a Dick and Jane book there if you want to gauge age of the books). The books were poorly organized and many were very worn. As my granddaughter said, "This bookstore is boring." It was a shame as small communities need good bookstores. This wasn't it. I've been to some GREAT small independent bookstores; I know they can be amazing. This was just depressing.

First book/roll playing store I ever went to. I could spend hours and hours browsing. Amazing then,…read moreeven more amazing 30 years on.

An absolutely fantastic book store and game shop! Its got everything you could want: tons of…read moredifferent gaming supplies, a dedicated gaming space, diverse book offerings, and very friendly staff. I wish there was a place like this in my own hometown, but South Bend has a true gem here.

Lovely inside with very well priced used books and very friendly service…read more It was confusing to find because it is part of Buffalo Street Emporium and not as clearly marked.

Checked out this bookstore and was a little disappointed. The entrance is unclear. Ended up…read moreentering through a different store and walk through to get to the books. I believe they are in the middle of a ownership transfer which may explain why their was a major lack of books. I would still recommend checking this place out if you are looking for a cheap lightly used book!

Erasmus is a wonderful and weird used bookstore, packed to the brim with books of all sorts by an…read moreavid book collector or two in an old and beautiful home. My bf and I got lost in here (although it is quite organized), just looking for a diamond on the rough book to take home back in April 2025. I only had $8 in cash in me and the kind bookseller let me buy a $10 Jewish hardcover cookbook for only $8! While I am trying to buy LESS books as I downsize, I plan to stop by Erasmus periodically to look and perhaps, give a book a home! Parking is street parking.

The shinning jewel of South Bend…read more When I come back to the area to visit family and friends, I consider Erasmus as both. The store is inside a 1920's German-cottage style house (I could be wrong, but that's my guess) and when you enter you can feel the warmth from the books. The proprietors, Philip and Bill, love the written word. This shows both through conversation and the items that they carry. On the main floor you will find mostly hardback poetry fiction/Lit, 1st editions, Children's and rare books. Downstairs are History, theology, nonfiction and paperbacks. I usually go there and look around, jumping from one section and and floor, to the other and maybe back. Never do I go with a book in mind, but wander and let the book find me. If you need a special book- just ask- it could be around, or they can find it for you.

Great selection of books!! The aisle of books are labeled so it is easy to find your favorite…read moregenre. Highly recommend!

Large selection cool finds and nice people. Clean restrooms. Good value on most thingsread more

I'm so mad at myself for not going to this place sooner and yet I live so close to it…read more It's such a precious and invaluable bookstore that I've always longed for. I love how the owner interacts and gives you suggestions. I cannot wait to be back again to sit down and read the book that was ordered.

I am glad and also disappointed that this lovely little shop is across town from me. If I were any…read morecloser it would certainly be bad for my wallet. I was in the Park Hills neighborhood dog sitting this week and almost missed Kazoo Books. I took a sharp turn in because I had to check it out. The staff is engaging and pleasant and they have load and loads of books, practically everything you would find in B&N for same value or less (they have preowned books too). I will always prefer to shop small business and now I have a perfect excuse to become a regular customer of Kazoo Books and you should too :)

The most charming little bookstore! This is how bookstores should be. Shelves stacked tall with old…read morevolumes waiting to be picked up and admired! I Half expected the kid from Neverending story to run through. They have a wide variety and very reasonable prices. From rare pieces to modern. The basement has records and comics so there is a huge selection. I loved the prints available too! Definitely worth a stop

If you're in the area and love books, you definitely need to stop here! We spent about an hour here…read morebut could have spent way more if we had the time. Such a neat little shop with lots of amazing books. I highly recommend!

I'm not from the area but always check out local bookstores when I visit other cities. This is a…read moreBookstore was a must visit. Wide selection of books, and gifts. Cute, comfy spots to read and relax. Factory coffee cafe is located inside This is a Bookstore - they serve bagels, sammies, coffee and adult beverages. Walked across the sidewalk and visited Book Bug which is a children's book store. Again, a wide selection of books, comfy sitting space and a playhouse for the kiddos. Service was quick and everyone was friendly. I plan on visiting again next time I'm in the area.

I always come here for books amazing stock love the ambiance there i also love the cafe i could…read moreread in there for hours

Cutest new bookstore very close to Winona Lake. Nice selection of new and used books. Our kids…read morelooooved the cute kid's corner that feels like a secret hideout with games. We had a hard time getting them to leave! There were also a cute selection of locally made gift items and stuffies and a romance book club!

From the owner: The Word House is a new and used indie bookstore in Winona Lake, IN. We aim to cultivate community…read morethrough providing a safe place to share and explore stories.