This quaint independent bookstore is located at 112 Market Street in a small building right next to…read morethe Historic Roanoke City Market Building in Downtown Roanoke. I have always been fascinated by bookstores, especially ones of this size and nature. So today I decided to walk in to explore it first hand. One of the things that impressed me the most was how clean and well organized it was. From the shinny windows of its storefront to its clean floors and shelves. As I entered, I received a warm welcome by a young lady employee with a nice personality who you could tell she loved her job. She most enthusiastically explained what they had available and where everything was. They carried bestsellers, new fiction, and non-fiction, classic and local interest books, along with high-quality used books. BNF features books about the Roanoke and New River Valleys and the works of local authors along with a special selection of Appalachian fiction and non-fiction. They also provided special orders service, helping find hard-to-find books, and book club specials. Their collection also includes the works of more than 50 local and regional authors and the surrounding areas. Book No Further isn't just a bookstore; it's also a gathering place for the community. The shop regularly hosts book signings, author talks, and book clubs, featuring celebrated writers and spotlighting new talent from the Blue Ridge region. Before leaving I had the privprivilege of meeting Doloris Vest, one of the co-owners of Book No Further Bookstore. I thanked her for the great contribution she is providing to the Star City of Roanoke and its community with her engaging bookstore. Books open windows of knowledge and opportunities as well as provide value and entertainment to all of us. With her creative imagination by incorporating different book clubs, community members gatherings, and many other diverse events, she is contributing to the quality of life of this community and to making the City of Roanoke so special.

This fun little bookshop was in the heart of Roanoke's downtown area. There was a smaller upstairs…read morearea with (from what I recall) children's books, while the lower half held fiction and other genres. There were also fun trinkets such as stickers and bookmarks. The staff was helpful and friendly. Would definitely visit again when in town. While the downtown area itself is relatively small, there are tons of shops and restaurants to explore. So if you're interested in visiting this bookstore, consider coming with an appetite so you can make an evening of the adventure!

I love delicately curated old bookstores. Were there something for everyone, magic just under the…read moreold leather books. They have done a phenomenal job of creating such a cozy space with lots to offer.

The Library of Congress is a heap of garbage in comparison to this cathedral of the written word…read more This collection has EVERYTHING -- best sellers, rare gems of publication, maps, postcards, and much more. The staff have an eye for acquisition and know their stock like the back of their hands. Customer service was excellent and a smiling proprietor was behind the counter the whole time. Will be making frequent trips back to support this incredible shop!

This is a cozy little bookstore that offers gently used books at good prices. The selection is…read morestrong and the content interesting. It is fun to stroll through, and they offer Sunday hours as well. I was able to find a birthday present for a friend on my visit. If you're in downtown Salem, it's worth stopping in.

Recently stopped in this very enchanting bookstore. So much to search from and a comfortable,…read morequaint atmosphere. The owner is pleasant and has a wide array of books for many interests. I came away with a book that if purchased new would have cost much more. So if you are tired of all the "technology" and want to get back to the enjoyment of going on the "hunt' for that certain book you can enjoy by a sunlit window or cozy fire this is the place to go.

Drove in the rain here because of the review but when I arrived at 4:50 they were closed. They are…read moresuppose to be here until 5:30. So I left disappointed. "Maybe" I'll try another time in the future.

Lovely independent bookstore. Who said those were gone?! The store can be a bit hard to find the…read morefirst time because the address is Church Street but the book store actually faces out to Board Street. The owner is very nice and the store has a good selection. In addition to new books, there are also used books. I've been to one book signing there (Beth Macy's book Truevine) and it was done very well. They had a caterer in the space next door (although that space is now occupied by a boutique so I don't know what they'll do in the future). There is parking right next to the store and across the street in the large public lot at the corner of Board and Church.

Really impressed with this bookstore. They have everything!…read more They have a coffee shop inside. There is section that is dedicated to used books. Lots of toys for children as well. Plenty of new books and a lot of unique ones that you would not find at a Barnes and Noble or similar bookstore! I was unable to leave empty handed after a visit to Givens Books.

Really love this book store. They have a huge selection of both used and new books, and they have a…read morecafe coming soon. There's also a section with gifts, and a toy section for kids. The entire store is nicely decorated, including down to the book shelf labels. Everything is also well organized. It's clear that a lot of time and effort has gone into making this store a book lover's dream come true.

Located in the heart of historic downtown Lewisburg. This independent bookstore has a wide…read morevariety of book genres and a good selection of books. They also offer some coffee drinks. I purchased a paperback. The staff was friendly and the service quick.

A wonderful local independent bookstore, hosts great events on Thursday and a wide selection of…read moretitles available, along with great service and kind staff.

This is my new favorite spot in Appomattox. Cozy leather couches, the smell of books and coffee,…read morecreaky hardwood stairs... SUCH an incredible atmosphere. I got the iced Campfire Cold Brew, which was delicious. The staff was friendly. And they have open mic on Thursday nights. I'm going back with my sister this week to check that out. In love with this place!

Love going to Blaine's! We always have great service! They have the best smoothies & frozen hot…read morechocolate!

Please support your bookstore!! I live in a country that has no bookstore. There are a couple of…read moreshops in the resort towns that sell books abandoned by travellers or people moving out of the country, but no bookstore. So I was absolutely thrilled to be in this one during a recent visit stateside. On 9 Sept, I spent hours inspecting every inch of every shelf... I even forgot to have lunch. Despite my "loitering" no one followed or questioned me (yes, it has happened that I've been surveilled in a bookstore after the first hour of shopping). I had a few questions about the location of certain items. The store manager, Clayton Richmond, came to my aid and had a few recommendations even. I appreciated his time and attention as it was very helpful. The two women at checkout were also incredibly and genuinely friendly and helpful. I think is also a reflection of Mr Richmond's management as well as the work ethic and disposition of the women themselves. This would be my favorite happy place if I lived in Roanoke. Thank you for a great visit.

B&N in Valley View (Roanoke, VA) has to have the worst customer service on the planet. Teresa, the…read moreManager, is the rudest woman I have ever spoken to. The night before we reserved a book at end of the day. My husband drove 2.5 hours to pick the book up when they opened and they sold it out from under us. This was for a little girl and now we have to tell her that this store didn't abide by their policies and sold it to some man whose hold had expired the night before. Teresa was yelling, rude and was blaming us!! Teresa has no business training staff or having any contact with anyone from the outside world. She's a terrible human being!

A nice Barnes and Noble with a friendly staff! We stopped here to kill some time while traveling…read moreand enjoyed it. The tables in the cafe aren't exactly comfortable or inviting, so I'm glad we didn't stay long. I've been to much better layouts as far as the cafe is concerned. Decent selection of new fiction too.

Had some extra time on my hands while waiting for the pup at the vet. Went to B&N to get some work…read moredone. I was hoping for a more comfortable work area, but had to sit in the empty cafe. Surprised to not see any oversized chairs anywhere in the store. Had issues connecting to WiFi so I just ended up using my phone's hotspot. Overall it was an ok experience. It served its purpose. If I have to return to the area I'll try a local place. Probably my fault from the start.