The Bookshelf is a hometown staple. I have been going here 35+ years. If they don't have the book…read moreyou're looking for in New or Used they will order it for you. They can even help track down some out of stock books. This was a sad year with the original owner Chris passing but it is still going strong. Mary and Rahe do a great job with customers and making suggestions. Don't hesitate to ask if you're overwhelmed by the small town independent set up, the ladies can absolutely point you in the right direction. Prices are great and they buy books as well and give great store credit.

This is an amazing little store stacked to the brim with every kind of book you can imagine!!! Rows…read moreand rows of books!!! Shelves to the ceiling!!! It is truly a reader's paradise!! They have new and used books!! They buy books for credit in the store! Staff has always been so very friendly!!! Absolutely love this place!!!

A bookstore with a resident cat! I could not resist stopping in. The store seems small but a lot…read moreis crammed in, including some really kitschy cool decor (many discreet 'not for sale' signs to be noted) as well as a lot of items featuring cats that resemble Winnie, the shop cat. There also is a second floor which may be dedicated to a children's area; not positive as I didn't go up there. I am always on the lookout for old books as in 70-plus years, but not a whole lot in that department here as far as sorted items. There was a big stack of aged books but not catalogued. Believe me, I would have gladly pulled up a stool and reviewed the entire stack but as is often the case, the impatient husband was waiting in the car so I couldn't prolong my visit. I did grab a great sci-fi classic by Isaac Asimov; the book is pretty beat up but one dollar! Also spotted a tote bag featuring cats and books so that went home with me for sure. There are places to sit if you want to chill and read for a while. The lady behind the counter indicated that I could contact them for any old books I am searching for. Happy that they have Sunday hours and looking forward to a future visit.

A gem of a local bookstore. Staff have always been kind. Decent selection of used books. Hosts MANY…read morefun events. Worth checking out. P.S. located right next to an Italian restaurant and Whitt's custard shop 10/10 date night.

This is such a large and well-stocked book store. There set up is great. Their pricing is great…read more They had some fun stuff in the kids section that included games, stuffed animals, and some toys. They have fidgets there too. The adult section looked nice, but I didn't get to explore it yet. Service was great. Everyone was very friendly! We will definitely be making a trip down to visit again!

Huge selection, helpful staff, lovely store. Enjoyed browsing the books and gifts for well over an…read morehour. Bought four books and a pretty little bag for makeup.

In an increasingly digital world, I'm relearning to find joy in physical books that keep me off my…read moredevices. The Florence Barnes & Noble is a great place to browse for books and enjoy a coffee and a treat. I love how they support local authors, too. The staff is warm and welcoming and ready to help you find your next read.

My brother and I needed a book last minute for a white elephant party. The only bookstore with the…read moredesired book was in Florence. We were in Kenwood and called the store to confirm that it was in stock. Alex confirmed it was and set it up front under my last name. She went above and beyond, which allowed us to easily get in and out. Our cashier was Grace and she was helpful, as well. Both employees were wonderful! Thanks for making this trip easy for us!

This is the stuff dream bookstores are made of!…read more Wow, what a gem. Discovering Village Lights Bookstore was a highlight of our recent day trip to Madison. This two-story shop has a well curated array of new and used books, as well as some books printed by an in-house publisher. It also had such interesting nooks and crannies to explore, like it's kids area with a fake fireplace and "room under the stairs" a la Harry Potter, Mark Twain room and closet-sized reading area dedicated to the late LGBTQ trailblazer Harvey Milk. The prices also seemed reasonable, and it had a large enough selection that you can find something good to read no matter your reading preferences. It was also fun to just peruse book covers post-COVID and post-way too much shopping online. Village Lights is such a special place!

If ultra-charming bookstores are your thing, then you'll be in heaven here. I didn't even know…read moreabout this place, but had to stop in after spotting it while walking around downtown Madison. The inside is cozy and feels like you're browsing someone's personal book collection in their home. If you're lucky, you might spot their 2 kitties hanging around! All of the books were well-organized and they have a lot of different categories to go through. There's even a cute little reading nook for kids. The bookstore shouldn't be missed whenever you find yourself in Madison!

Always a fun adventure at Kyoto's!! Brings you back to feeling like a kid again, wanna play street…read morefighter?or find some of the rarest toys from all ages. Love Pokémon? Graphic novels? They even have a section for local artists! Everything is very reasonably priced.let's not forget about amazing staff !

This is one of the more interesting comic book stores I have been to. I came to this store the…read moreother day looking for just comics but I found a lot more. Their selection of toys and games was excellent. They also have a great selection of old-school comics. To be honest I am not really that into antiques but this store made me want to get into such things. This store truly was like stepping back in time. I have a hankering to return here and go antique shopping. My recommendation for improvement is to get a better selection of new comics. That would make this a 5 star store. Bottom line: if you're looking for antiques or old-school comics or toys in the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana area, I would go here.

My kids and I love going to The Bookshelf for all our literary needs. The kids could browse the…read morebook selection for hours if I let them! This adorable store has a great selection of books and any book can be ordered online or in-store for pickup. All the ladies who work there are friendly and knowledgeable. I've been trying to reduce my Amazon shopping, and getting all my books through The Bookshelf is a perfect first step! Shop local!! My daughter's review: l love how they always seem to have everything l am looking for. I don't know what I would do without the Bookshelf. I love all the books that they have and always find a new book to read. With the Bookstore l never run out of books to read.

I love The Bookshelf! I grew up stopping by. It's a special place to me. The staff is so kind and…read moreknowledgeable. If they don't have your book, it arrives quickly when they order it. The prices are great too. Love that there is a locally owned bookstore in Madeira!