We stopped in the shop to celebrate my friends 55th birthday. She decided to do a bookstore crawl…read moreso that we could support local women owned businesses. We were welcomed, given background information about how this bookstore began, picked up our copies of I, Medusa- and explored this shop. Several people in our group purchased additional books and merchandise. This store is well organized with wonderful employees and owners.

If you live local and you're thinking of buying a book for someone online, DON'T USE AMAZON - try…read morehere first! If they have it in stock they will hold it for you to pick up, or if they don't have it they can usually order it! I haven't had a case yet where they haven't been able to order in a book I've wanted. Support a local business! The people are friendly, the shop is cute, they have staff-recommended items on each shelf, and very LGBTQ+ friendly and supportive. Their email newsletter has info on all of their book clubs (of which there are many) - eventually I will participate in one, just haven't had a chance to yet! There are several monthly book clubs for a good variety of different genres. Caboose (their children's book shop right next door) also has a ton of programming for kids and families!

What a fantastic place. When the only complaint I can think of for a place is it's too difficult…read morenot to spend too much money there it's pretty much a slam dunk for five stars. And the thing is most of the books here are very reasonably priced if not outright bargains. It might be heresy but I think I like the Northern iteration of John K King books more than the OG King store in downtown - and that too is five stars. With just one level and a layout nothing like the sprawling labyrinth of the flagship store, the Ferndale spin-off is much more manageable and browsable. Not too mention not as freezing in the winter or boiling in the summer. (I just gave my review of John K King South - now nine years old! - a quick reread and I was so reverential to that store I didn't even mention that. No crying in bookstores, I guess.) It's been far too long since I've been to JKKN. In fact I asked the sole employee tonight, wearing a bandana almost just like mine as a mask - I think his might have been midnight blue and not black - if they still had a cat. He told me no, that was before his time. I already figured it wouldn't be the same cat, but it's too bad that late feline doesn't have a successor. Bookstore cats are even more of a dying breed than old school indie bookstores like this. I came in for a cookbook or three, as it's embarrassing how little cooking knowledge and experience I have in my forties and I'm looking to step my game up. I ended up leaving with almost $70 worth of books, with a $5 2 disc DVD set of Cream in concert being part of that total. I got a John Waters hardcover memoir of hitchhiking for $8.50, well below the $26 cover price. I picked up the first collection of Walking Dead comics for $5.95, a big beautiful coffee table called Masters of American comics for $12, Academic Graffiti by W.H. Auden and some sports guidebooks from the 70s for my dad. Nothing local, St. Louis Blues, New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Flames, but they're wonderfully vintage. There were also a handful of books that tempted me mightily but some modicum of self control kept me from snatching up. A book about The Stooges, one about erotic comics and one about the Cannonball cross country race are still on the shelves waiting for a lucky patron to take them home. When I finished cashing out my bandana clad clerk asked me if I wanted a bag or a box. That dude knows what's up, as I had some serious weight in that stack. Now I got a nice old Xerox box when I get my purchases filed away. The North remembers!

I visited John K. King Downtown a few years on my first visit to Detroit. I visited the King North…read morelocation last week when I was in Ferndale with my family. This location doesn't have the four floors of the downtown location, but it's still an incredible used bookstore. You walk in and you just smell old books. It's a little musty, it's packed wall to wall with books, and you can definitely find a gem here. I found two books I couldn't be parted from, while my mom found one of her own. If you don't need a particular book, but you're just in the mood for a browse, this Ferndale satellite store is worth a visit.

I discovered this magical place after I was homeless for nine months and my mother died…read more Not only do they have more books per square foot than any other bookstore in North America, they also have the best staff They greet you as if you've gone into a fancy restaurant by saying hi my name is Bob and I'll be your book seller today. Even Even though you can get every book cheaper on eBay with free shipping, I still like to spend my money there Once again, I have to make sure everybody knows that the people that work there are knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and helpful. 92.5% of brick and mortar boosters have failed since the Internet, but book beat keeps on going and it is because of their staff

Located near the famous Mookies in the Greenfield and 10 and a half strip mall…read more Inside is a crowded and frankly wrecked-looking bookstore. Rather than a good filing system, books are more or less grouped. Prices are much too high, both for new and for older used books. The selection also tends far left and revolutionary, which fits as they were playing some loud zephyr music for my visit. The staff was also unfriendly, more interested in their conversation than customers. I strongly advise going to either King Books Detroit, or King North, instead. Unless you have a taste for far left books and spending a long time hunting for books than interest you.

Amazing Book Store!!!…read more I'm need to being a reader and these people just get it. Very patient and well informed on good reads. The prices are reasonable and you don't have to worry about pesky shipping fees. When it's time to get a new read or buy a book for someone I always visit here first.

This is my happy place. Everything you want an independent bookstore to be. The shop is family…read moreowned, and managed by sisters who welcome you in with the warmest greeting. They are happy to talk books, make suggestions and can pre-order new releases by request. They have a monthly calendar of events and several book clubs. They also sell unique greeting cards, bookmarks, and some local artisan gifts. Shop local and support this little community gem.

Love this book store. Mostly used books with a small section of new ones. So many books, there's no…read moreway you won't be able to find a book that interests you. Service is always friendly and staff is very knowledgeable about the store's offerings. Check them out!

Really great prices on a variety of books. They have a good selection of newer and rare books…read more There is a kids section in the back with children's books. Super friendly service too!

I had the honor of stumbling upon this gem on my day off! I was greeted by the very kind man who…read moretold me all about his collection of over 20,000 books. It was so pretty inside and i spent about an hour just perusing the shelves! i really enjoyed myself. You have to call before you go to make sure he's open! he changes his hours monthly but typically is 11-4 fridays and saturdays :) Will definitely be back!

Book lovers! Here's a place on the eastside for you to visit! When I entered I was greeted and told…read moreabout the 7 rooms full of books and other items for sale. Hank was polite and clear, to myself and other first time visitors. There are places to sit and thousands of books to choose from! If you have time and interest in reading and Knick Knacks, stop inside. They're open twice/weekly. There's parking on the street and on an unpaved lot.

Adorable little used book store in the heart of West Village! The store is situated on the ground…read morefloor of a vintage home. The front room is nice and bright and has a potpourri of books from fiction to non- fiction and even a stand with some comics by the register. The backroom has an area with some seats and more books to peruse. The overall vibe is cozy and welcoming. It is situated very close to Red Hook coffee shop, so it's an easy stop to make after getting your morning brew.

Idk where some of the reviews on this place are coming from but this is my absolute favorite place…read moreto get books. 8/10 times I go in they have what I want. If they don't have something I'm looking for she orders is for me at the same discount price. I don't know many places that do that now a days. The owner is very kind and professional and is always willing to talk about books. Honestly haven't talked to her once about a book she hasn't read. I think she knows them all . I have exclusively shopped here since before it was her store. Since she has purchased the store from the old owner it seems much more organized. Edit to add that I often trade with this store. If you bring in your old books you get a bigger discount on your purchase.

Wow this is a treasure trove of books! Great selection of books across multiple genres. Staff is…read morealways helpful and I can never walk in and find the same this twice! Great prices for used books! Plus they have a new and hot section right in the front ! Enjoy!