Love this place. Great place to shop for new and used book and even a good selection of records…read more The variety of books is really good and what I would expect in a good used/new bookstore. Nice to find a little something for all interests. Prices on used books seemed to be reasonable and records were hit and miss for price, some seemed a bit high but I could also be a little out of touch.

Independent book store with the right vibe incorporating used books. Went bc of a community event…read morewith leaders speaking on a vision for supporting unhoused youth in the area. Selling local earthen ware, beeswax candles, records, with a grand piano on hand. Chairs are set in places for people to "pick up and read," and has that magical "the right book will find you today," feel. Prices are so reasonable. A must for book lovers.

Bookstores are heaven for me and this didn't disappoint me. Friendly people, current books and the…read moreonly problem is the lack of parking. I will always be a customer

I visit indie bookstores when traveling, and J Michaels Books is no exception…read more It was delightful to find a newer compilation of essays by Vivian Gornick. What I wasn't expecting was the fabulous greeting by the 30 something male cashier. "Vivian Gornick - she's so wonderful." We proceeded to discuss much of her work. Delighted to hear his appreciation of the 89 y/o fearless second-wave feminist thinker!

I was really amazed to see this neat place right downtown for all your reading needs. It's like a…read moremini-Powells, they even have some of the rooms named by color. And it is huge! They had a shelf at least 7 feet tall and 3 feet wide that was just books about watercolor painting! And a huge room full of cookbooks! Books for youth are their own huge room. Most of the books are used but new books are discounted. Service was friendly. I will definitely be back.

Smith Family Bookstore in Eugene, Oregon, is a true gem for book lovers in search of variety and…read morebargains. Nestled in the heart of Eugene, the bookstore offers plenty of cozy nooks and crannies to dig through their vast inventory. As you traverse the creaking stairs and aisles of the bookstore, you'll encounter rows and rows of bookshelves lined with books from floor to ceiling, exuding a sense of nostalgia and charm. The layout is well-organized and labeled, making it easy to navigate through the different sections and genres. From bestsellers to classics, fiction to nonfiction, and everything in between, it's made abundantly clear the store caters to diverse reading interests. Whether you are in search of a contemporary novel, an academic tome, or a rare collectible edition, chances are you'll find it within the store's extensive collection. What impressed me most about Smith Family Bookstore is their competitive pricing for quality used books. The savings on art and reference books alone is well worth my two hour drive from Portland. It's common to find pristine coffee table art books for a fraction of the cost you'd pay elsewhere. I do love a bargain! Smith Family Bookstore offers plenty of cozy reading nooks and comfortable seating areas. These spaces allow visitors to dive into a new book or simply enjoy a peaceful moment surrounded by the comforting presence of rows and rows of books. I'm totally in love with the vibe here.

Stay hidden! you are a gem in a mountain of dross! I have no idea how you manage to do what you do…read moreand stay alive, given the nonsense a theo-bib-philo-nutter has to negotiate in the world outside gamerville. Not to mention all those ham-fisted demi-annotated texts we must peruse (and buy) to get to anything approaching non-cloven meat. Good Lord! often a Talmud shows up with an index in a font that no human can read -but not with you... Thank you. And Go Ducks!

The theological and historical emphasis version of City Lights books , ( SF),but on steroids! This…read moreplace is like a book nerds idea of heaven. I found several books by authors I like that I never heard of, looked through disorganized piles and shelves randomly finding a $228 stack of winter reading g goodies to bring home! Just the kind of thing you'd expect from Eugene..... just the kind of go along with coffee thing you'd expect from Oregon!! Go Ducks!!

I'm a sucker for any independent bookstore and this was no exception. I wandered in while waiting…read morefor food nearby and left with a couple of books I didn't know I wanted. Such is the book lover life

Was in town while on an Oregon road trip and on any good road trip you find the best local…read morebookshop, Black Sun did not disappoint. It's a little packed full but that's part of it's charm. Enjoyed the cool music they had playing as we perused new and used books which filled every inch of this small-ish shop. They had every subject imaginable and many of the titles are facing outwards to give you a bit of a recommendation as you journey through the store in hopes finding the perfect book, or two, or ten. We got something new (popular bestseller) and something used (of the underground variety). Regardless of your preferred genre you will find something here to scratch your bibliophile itch. They also have a parking lot which makes getting in and out of the store easy and hassle free. Cant wait to come back the next time we're in town!

This is the comic book shop that you see in your head when you think "Comics"…read more A mix of latest release, toys, models, and boxes and boxes of old comics in their sleeves, resident in white boxes. Like a LOT of white comic boxes. Organization is not the prime directive here, but the selection, new/used/valuable is good and the staff is the right amount of nerdy knowledgeable with out being nerdy elitist - you know the type... "Oh, you just started collecting TMNT and don't know about Groo the Wanderer..." Prices are retail for new stuff. A sleeve and board will set you back $0.25. Collectables are priced in line with the Overstreet guide, but they can be a little optimistic on the grading, so margin hard. I have never sold any used comics to them (hoarder!) and I cannot speak to pricing there, but they are legit is every other aspect that I have dealt with this on. In short, this is where I buy my local comics for myself and as gifts.

It is subjective that I seldom find anything I want at Nostalgia Collectibles, you may want other…read morethings, but it is not so subjective that the owner has seemed so rude in 100% of my dealings with him. Thank goodness there are other places to buy comics in Eugene.

The cafe is a rise above anything in here so there's a bit of ambience to this B&N…read more Sam books, same mags bit this place is big!!!!

Eugene's biggest book store is most excellent. Small local family bookstores are great but Barnes…read moreand Noble is filled with much more than books. Yes the shelves are overflowing with the latest and hard to find titles but along with a terrific coffee shop, a wide selection of creative games, gifts, cards and toys you will be greeted and served by the most knowledgeable, customer oriented and efficient staff in any Oregon retail establishment. We really feel welcome here and appreciate the wonderful local staff.

Best CD/Vinyl/Tape shop in Eugene! They have every genre you can think of! I collect Hip Hop CDs…read moreand I was surprised to see how many they had! Sure they are a little bit pricey but I don't really mind. 5 Stars!

This has been a go to record store for me since i was a teenager decades ago. Now there are not as…read moremany records stores left but this one in Eugene remains a solid favorite. There is a good selection of new and used discs and records at reasonable prices. Well the used stuff is a good price, new vinyl of course is whatever the sticker price is and that is all over the place. I don't get to downtown Eugene as often as i would like but the times I get to do I always find something that i did not know I needed. So glad this place is still around.

Just went in to look at the place as a possibility to do a music video shoot for my wife's band…read more There was a lady working there who was very nice and helpful. The man who owns the store came by and started talking to my wife, challenging her as to whether she really reads or not. Then started asking about our religion and proceeded to tell us how bad it was and how he didn't want to be associated with it. Somehow he thought that her band was secretly connected to our church. Then after telling us how he really felt, he encouraged us to come back and buy some books and that even though he thinks our religion is gibberish, that he actually has a lot of customers from our church and wouldn't turn down the money. Needless to say we did not purchase anything from him and I am actually shocked that he thinks this type of behavior would ever be acceptable.

Great spot to find comics books. Guy is glasses very kind. Not sure if he is owner. Good experience…read moreevery time I go here.