Small bit mighty. This second (or first, theirs, whatever order you go to them in) outpost of the…read moreBMV Bookstore mini-chain still keeps up the greatness that Bloor St has, but in a more compact form. The staff are friendly, and while they lack the real estate of other larger locations, you can always find something good there. For some of the feature books they put out in the tables, I've noticed they distribute them amongst all the locations, so if you were looking for a particular book that then sold out, you can check at the other locations. This location in particular I've found is good for older magazines and Blu Rays, but I've also found some good coffee table books here. Always worth the trip. BMV rocks!

And not just books... Shop here often. Great choice of books available, but also magazines, Aime,…read moreGraphic Novels, Blu-Ray/DVD +collections, figurines, collectibles. Helpful, knowledgeable staff. Both new and used items. Used are priced appropriately. BMV is my go to, for sure.

Based on the selection, I'd say most folks come here either for the comics downstairs or the…read moreextremely large selection of Harlequin romance novels. If you're a fan of either of these genres, The Paperback Exchange could easily warrant a five star rating. Seeing as how I don't have an interest in either, the selection for me was pretty limited. However, after some concerted digging, I plucked a copy of The Memory Keeper's Daughter from the shelf. It kept me entertained on my flight back to New York which is pretty priceless considering that it saved me from flipping through the SkyMall magazine again!

I love this shop! My favourite comic cave with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Need it? I bet…read morethey got it!

An excellent used bookshop. A regular cycling of offerings, you can find real bargains and rarities…read morehere. It's in my work neighbourhood so it's always worth a stroll over. As with most shops, it's staffed by a single cashier, so you might have to wait a minute OSR the shop is busy. If you're looking for a piece of physical media, though, this place is a gem.

The staff here are both friendly and knowledgeable. Often can be seen rocking out to music. Very…read moreupbeat atmosphere and VERY broad range of genres in terms of books, many of them covering subject matter you may have a hard time locating in retail chains such as Indigo and even other popular second hand stores. Many titles are remainders and come in near mint condition - some of the art books are still mint, still wrapped. Sells 1st editions - vinyl, books, has a decently sized rare book section.

The best pure comic shop in Toronto, you can find a great selection of comic books and graphic…read morenovels. The staff has gotten so much better since they moved. They have a children's area which has the material from their old Little Island location. I could imagine taking a nibling in there to go comics shopping and having a good time. Entry requires masking which, well, we're still in the middle of a pandemic so protecting the staff and yourselves is just a good idea. The books aren't cheap but they don't overcharge, so that's good; you need to just disabuse yourself of the brain poison that Amazon has infected everyone with.

This review is for curbside pick up during lockdown…read more The Beguiling has moved online and if you've got a connection, you can browse and order for delivery or pick up. Their selection is pretty solid, with lots of titles from smaller publishers and creators overseas already in store, so if you're in a rush for something you thought was obscure, the Beguiling might have you covered! Because they do have a wide selection, and possibly because they are handling a number of orders this season, i did experience a discrepancy between their website vs. in-store inventory. However, the have great online service. When I made an query they were super quick to respond, and they were also very helpful in making alternative suggestions to replace what they didnt have in stock. As for the pick up, they have staff stationed at a partitioned checkout window, so when you arrive you can walk up, give your name and pay for your order safely amd easily. Staff inside also have access to a microphone in case someone's having a hard time hearing. Overall, as they profess, the Beguiling does live up to its claim of premium window shopping. Whether comics and zines are your jam or if you need a zine/comic-related gift for someone else, consider visiting the Beguiling website or strolling up to their shopping window. If you can't visit in person, they also offer free delivery on orders of $80+.

This store just seems to be really getting it together lately. The staff are so knowledgeable…read more Plus(!) they carry a lot of the McSweeney's published books, which are sometimes difficult to find unless you buy them online. FIVE STARS!

This is one of the smaller Book City outlets around Toronto, but they still manage to pack a…read moresurprising amount of good books and magazines into their limited space. It has more of a bibliophilic staff and atmosphere than the big chains, since books are their only business. They've got a better loyalty card deal than Chapters/Indigo, and if you sign up they even send you a $5 gift certificate on your birthday. Book City also has good deals on remainders (something which also used to be true of Chapters, but not as much lately).

If you ever have an hour to kill, BVM Books is the absolute perfect spot to just lose track of…read moretime. The guy working the counter is super chill and welcoming, which instantly sets a great vibe the second you walk in. Honestly, the selection is insane.. they have a ton of brand-new books for basically a fraction of the regular price, so you always end up walking out with some incredible, unexpected finds. It's easily one of my favorite places to slow down and just browse whenever I'm in the area.

Great place with low prices for books. I don't remember getting a good buying rate for the books I…read morebrought in eons ago, but I appreciate that I could pick up some cheap books for my kids!

Book City has improved their website. It's easy to check their stock and you can order delivery of…read morepick up. It's faster than Amazon if they have something in stock, and they're really a part of our community.

Excellent service and selection. I felt like I was getting a wand from Ollivanders; the staff's…read moreknowledge and of the books and kindness of service was so on point.

This is a Yelp find. The man working here is amazing. So helpful…read more We wandered in with an extensive reading list for an AP course that my teenager is taking. The teacher did not provide any of the author's names. The kindly proprietor listened to the name of the book, then he rhymes off the author and looked together with us in the right place in this adorable crammed to the brim shop. We found most of what we wanted at a fraction of the cost of new. Some of the books were adorably aged. We will definitely return at a later date. Amazing service, great shop.

Does the phase "a hole in the wall" apply to used bookstores? If so, Alfsen is one. It is cramped…read morewith paperbacks. It is great if you are looking for some popular old novels, like a whole series of Stephen King books, or Black Daggers Brotherhood. I bought a few paperback at $4 each. I am told they will take your used books and give credits. They only accept paperback as hardcover takes up too much space. I can understand that. I plan to bypass hardcover novels from now on, so my collection has resale value.