A very nice used bookstore. The selection of Mystery and Action Novels is excellent and a main…read morereason to go.

A wonderful store with a fantastic selection and helpful owner! We always find something…read moreunexpected and love that we earn points towards discounts. Love the memo books they have with the vintage golden book covers!

Nice people! They have some really cool things for cheap…read moreprices! I liked the books and movies they had! Worth a nice stop by!

I was hoping for a few Sue Grafton books for my mom. I found that and a ton more…read more Stepping in to this store it's easy to imagine that we are a nation of readers. Every worker here seems to share a passion for books and the energy is infectious. I had to cut myself off, close my eyes, and slowly step away from the stacks. They also have some art and crafting supplies, paper goods, and vinyl. The prices are low and I think there might be some categories of people who qualify for discounts.

So glad I saw a flyer for this shop when eating at Habrae this weekend. We went in about an hour…read morebefore closing and the friendly man behind the counter explained they were a non profit and all books (used/donated) were $5. We had fun searching through the stacks and picked up 4 on this trip but I'm sure we will be back for more. Nothing like helping a good cause and recycling at the same time!

From the owner: Your support helps Our Future Reads give free books to those without readily available access. The…read more$5 per book price supports non-profit organizations around the Chicagoland area to get their client's books. Let the curious be curious!

A bunch of dvds to dig through you might find a specialty thing like a Kevin Hart comedy special…read moreand Nat King Cole documentary as I did. It's a nice bookstore with alot to dig through. HUGE record section that's well kept for the vinyl affectionados and more. Kewl place near pretty much EVERYTHING in Villa Park as it's about a 4-6 block stretch where everything is at there.

True hidden strip mall gem...loaded top to bottom with a great selection of books Hard Cover,…read morepaperbacks and records and so much more caught it a perfect time BOGO so it was a win win for the HUBBY

What's not to like about a store selling used books? Ink and paper is not exactly a dying breed,…read morebut it has taken on a smaller presence in the last decade or two with all the digital offerings. That's why an outlet like this is such a treasure. This store had a very nice selection of books ... nonfiction, fiction, and most of the subgenres within that. They even had some foreign language offerings. Besides the broad selection, we liked the prices and the ambiance. The shelves were packed but orderly, and the aisles were tight but negotiable. I'd rather have more books and less room, as long as the shelves are organized ... which these were. All in all this was a great find in an unassuming little storefront. While Ravenswood Used is not as big and eclectic as Myopic Books, it is a winner.

Ravenswood Used Books is such a cozy bookstore that you can spend the entire day in if you're not…read morecareful! There are so many books in such a small space it can really be overwhelming to start looking in all the sections. It's easy to access on Montrose and there are several great food places near that you can go to before/after your book hunt. The prices for the books I looked at were more than fair and the books were in good shape. There are even a few spots around that you can sit and read if you so choose! This place is also dog friendly, although with how tight the space is I'm not sure any dog above 20 pounds would do well. It's not a place that folks who have physical limitations or need physical assistance may enjoy, there are piles of books on the floor and the aisles are really narrow. One small thing that could bother some, is that the prices for the books were written in the cover pages. Not a huge deal but sometimes the prices were a bit fainter to read since they were written in pencil. I also get that it's a way to save money and keep the store running when you don't have to worry about labels, etc. Overall, I've found a place to frequent when I want to add more to my "to be read" list.

Comparing Myopic Books with Barnes & Noble is like comparing a Panera (if we ignore their…read moredisastrous quality recently) with a slightly rough-around-the-edges dive that makes great food and has some character! Myopic books is stuffed to the brim with gently loved books found across three floors. Sometimes, the flooring can be a little uneven, or even a piece of lumber as if from a hardware store, but it is all part of the charm. It's such a pleasure to explore the nooks and crannies of the place and see what kind of books they have. Whether for yourself, as a gift, or just to see what is out there, it makes for a fun experience! The staff is friendly, helpful, and happy to help you find what you're looking for! The space is also inviting for those who'd like to relax with a book for a bit, rather than get, buy, and leave... and they do this without having a coffee shop on-premise. Final verdict: I am working on being more of a reader. If a bookstore is to help me do so, Myopic Books may just be the one. It finds itself on many of those "Explore IL" Facebook posts, and for good reason!

Over the years, this place has truly been a sanctuary for me. Whether I was just killing time while…read moremy girl was out shopping, spending a lazy Sunday afternoon browsing through the aisles, or picking up great second-hand books of interest, it has always been my go-to spot. A timeless gem for any book lover looking to unwind!

Fabulous bookstore! Kind and helpful staff. Really well organized. Spacious. It can hold a lot of…read morepeople and not feel crowded. I love the high ceilings and open layout. Impressive selection, including indie publications. It's a really cool place! It's Chicago's only employee-owned and operated independent bookstore. They have really cool events and guest speakers, and have a community focused mission. I really appreciate what they do!

I was disappointed with this visit. I was looking for a book by a black author and after going…read morethrough a list, I wasn't able to find any of them. I also didn't love the layout of this bookstore. The way the books are displayed is overwhelming and the shelves go up too high to realistically be able to browse and find what you're looking for. I resorted to finally just asking the cashier if they had the books on my list. Because they did not, I opted for a book bag I wasn't excited about. When I tried to check out, the system would not accept Google pay and I had to go digging for my card which just added another layer of disappointment to my already disappointing visit. I wouldn't return.

I stumbled upon this bookstore while I was exploring the Bridgeport neighborhood. The store had…read moretall ceilings, and shelves were filled with books from all kinds of different genres. Pricing was very fair, and I had a great time wandering the shelves. I'd come back!

Friendly bookseller who will give you a tour if you'd like of the store sections. It's a large…read morespace filled to the brim with deep cuts on just about everything. It didn't have alot of the contemporary fiction ( ie Bunny by Mona Awad or Circe by Madeline Miller i was searching for ) but it had an amazing selection of drawing and YA and history as well as classics. Either way it's great to have a local bookstore that is community focused and sells books at an affordable price.

Too few book stores of any kind in this area. So this unexpected and excellent book shop in…read moredowntown Bartlett is a real treat. Great selection and wonderful staff (just the one super helpful "booklady", I believe). Please support this gem!

This shop is just magical. I drove past after work one day and couldn't wait to spend my saturday…read morethere! Immediately transported to a world of warmth love and joy of story telling and books! very fair prices Pam is such a kind owner with great stories herself! Not to mention the wonderful bookmarks she makes as well!

Such a cool concept. There is coffee. There is a bar. You…read morecan see music there. You can play pool there you can take lessons there.

5 star for uniqueness in their own category! Wonderful little local bar/ coffee bar/ live music…read morelocal venue! How lucky was I to be able to See the local Blue Grass Band Practice.?! How authentic. It's fantastic to see it and keep music alive.! Cool decor and wonderful character in this place and all around it. Located in a great neighborhood with a lot to offer the community. Great people, as they represented at this establishment. Friendly service. Nice restaurants nearby. Great parks and many shopping places. Good community spot. To come relax and enjoy some great talent, peaceful. $6 for a large size cold brew. Ty