Great little indie bookstore. Small but mighty, located in quaint downtown McMinnville. Third…read moreStreet Books is well curated and they have a lot of insightful handwritten staff recommendations placed by selected books, which is something we really appreciate about a good indie. We got a fascinating nonfiction book on the unseen world of plant intelligence for our botany fan, that we may not have otherwise picked up, thanks to a staff recommendation.

I absolutely love this little bookstore right in the middle of the iconic Third Street…read more This has been my go-to bookstore for the last year and a half and they have always had what I am looking for - or will order it and get it in quickly for pickup. I never feel like I am overpaying for a book, which I often do at other smaller book retailers. The value is great, the service is always friendly, and I am always so excited for my next visit.

What a dream bookstore for book lovers indeed! Founded in 1971, Powell's is such a Portland staple,…read moreand this location in the Pearl District is ginormous. You can seriously spend hours perusing all the books and choosing your next read, coffee table book, or whatever your heart desires. My favorite section of the bookstore hands down was the Rare Book Room, a special temperature and humidity-controlled room filled with some of the coolest books I have ever laid eyes on. And yes, they are for sale! To me, the room felt alive as I stood in the presence of historical literature, just as when I stand in the presence of great artifacts at a museum. Access to the Rare Book Room is granted as long as you grab a pass, and no food, drink, or unpaid books/merchandise is allowed inside. You can spend as long as you like (as long as it's not crowded in the room), and there is also a staff member present to answer any questions you may have. Of course I had to purchase a book from Powell's, called Freeway Birding, San Francisco to Seattle (it was even signed)! As an avid birdwatcher, this was the perfect book to add to my ever-expanding library. I also grabbed one of their wooden postcards and a couple of stickers to commemorate our time spent at this amazing bookstore. While the entire store was bustling, even on a weekday in August, take your time at Powell's and get swept away by any and all genres of literature that call to you. You never know what you may find next.

Powell's City of Books is kind of a must for any book lover! Whenever I visit a city, I try to…read morefind a local bookstore, and I knew before we even arrived that I had to check out Powell's. It was within walking distance of our hotel in the Pearl District, so we didn't need to contend with parking. It's overwhelming at first - I had heard of how large it was, but you don't quite get the scope until you start walking through - here are books and people everywhere you look! You can just wander, or make a plan of attack and strategically try to visit every corner of the store. We kind of did a combination of both, and started at the top floor and worked our way back down to ground level. The prices are typical of an independent book store, but they had a nice selection of used books and some great value books to snap up, too. There is literally something for everyone. There are lots of local authors and books set in the region. There are bookmarks around each info station with suggested/popular reads for each section of the store. There was a nice selection of local and bookish items and gifts, too - totes, t-shirts, postcards, stickers, etc. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. I'll be stopping in any time I'm in Portland!

Small bookstore brimming with personality and a fantastic selection…read more A friend recommended we stop by as she's a fan of their social media. After a full day on the Fruit Loop, the book store was the perfect air conditioned respite. We left with many treasures!

The Waucoma Bookstore is clean and spacious. There was a nice variety of books and the staff was…read morefriendly. We browsed for a while, and there was something for everyone. This was a fun little stop. Check it out if you are in the neighborhood!

This brand new bookstore just opened. I was curious, so I checked it out…read more It's all bright and clean and new. The workers seemed friendly and there were quite a few other customers there, within an hour of opening. But it never seemed crowded and remained pretty quiet. Here and there they have chairs and tables, so it could be a nice place to sit down with a book for a while. The rows are not straight, so it was a little hard to navigate the store. There were lots of books, but also lots of other things on sale. Puzzles, toys, records, pop culture gifts, and stationary/journals. They had a whole Harry Potter section with the books, of course, but lots of other Potter paraphernalia, like toys, mugs, etc. The signage over some of the sections was missing letters, I think whatever adhesive they used to affix the letters had issues with the curving surface of the book shelves. This store also had lots of events with authors on their event calendar. The cafe seemed like it had the regular snacks and beverages on offer, but I didn't look too hard at the menu. I don't really buy books much anymore (recovering book hoarder here), but this seems like a good addition to the bookstores in the area. I was a little surprised to hear of a new corporate bookstore opening up, but I see they are covering their bases a bit by selling tons of other gifts (and food) along with books. I bet this place will be packed leading up to the holidays!

Although I am fanatical about giving my trade to independent bookstores, I have regularly purchased…read morehere. It fills a niche in the book market. If a hot book hits the market, the holds at the library will stack up six deep and you have to wait a year to borrow a copy. Also, the library is no longer a reference library, and if you want a classic out of the past, you can find it here. New books are expensive, but that is not this firm's fault. I enjoy getting a coffee and reading my purchase before I leave. The bathrooms need a code for access but employees have been gracious in giving it to me and indeed the behavior of all the employees has been impeccable. I invariably leave in an enhanced mood.

Very congenial atmosphere. Friendly service, a wide selection of books. Going back today!read more

The owner is so much fun to chat with. Great selection with a huge amount of fantasy/sci fi…read more Both new and used. If you like reading make this a stop.

Neat assortment of bad art and good books, nothing else like it. Both new and used books.read more

Loved this unique store with great books, bumper stickers, cards and funky art. Had so much fun in…read morehere! Decent prices and fun and excellent staff. Got a couple of great things

One of our favorite hangouts - especially when meeting up with friends. Great coffee and pastries,…read morewith a lot of seating and a good "vibe" with friendly service. They also have a decent book store with journals and greeting cards. Check it out!

I loved the vibe of Chapters Books & Coffee. I really want to go back and sit for a few hours with…read morea coffee and a book in their big, spacious cafe. I stopped by for a little coffee in the morning before a soccer game and loved it so much that I went back for a second one after the game! I'm also really interested in trying their fun and unique ice cream flavors. They looked really good.

I've been looking at this place for a while and finally decided to go on a side quest! When I…read morewalked in I was immediately in awe with how many books there were and how the sections were neatly labelled. The owner was so kind and I felt so welcomed when I walked in. The pricing is pretty reasonable, not as great as some used book stores I've been to, but I understand you gotta pay that overhead! Overall this place was great and I'm already planning my next trip :)

Updated - It's been several years since my last visit and review of this story.....boy has it…read morechanged!!! Heather has been the owner of Literary Leftovers for three years now....and her store looks awesome!!! Clean, organized, a small sitting area, coffee and hot chocolate for sale.....this is a great way to spend an afternoon!! The books are very reasonably priced, and you can see she takes care what she brings in....I saw no books that were damaged or overly worn. Lastly, if you bring in books to donate the store, she offers a discount on whatever you purchase that day! A nice win-win!

Debbie and Paul and the whole Copper Bell crew have really created something special in Ridgefield…read more The vibe of the store is impeccable with soft colors and wood tones where the books are the highlight. I almost always find what I'm looking for, and if it's not in stock they make ordering it so easy! What makes it extra special is the community they've built through their events like book club, book chat, and events with other local businesses (partnerships with Bethany Vineyards and Eight Cow Creamery for starters).

Coming in you can tell this shop has a great vibe. They may not be massive, but they have a very…read morebroad range of books to pick from. We went in and everyone in the family was able to find something fun to read. The music selection is fantastic and the chairs are very comfy. Grab a coffee, come on in, and browse! You'll be glad you did!

White Oak Books was a surprise. Stepping in, it was way bigger than I thought it would be. The…read moreselection was fantastic! We roamed the isles, and I found a few books that were on my reading list. One was an employee pick, so I think they have good taste in reading materials! Great book selection, very helpful staff!

My favorite new book store with great selections, perfect ambience. Great card section, and…read moreinvolved staff. It's wonderful to have a local, independent bookstore with easy parking and fair pricing. I'll come back again and again.