Small town book stores are the best. And this one is deceiving; it's huge! They carry nearly every…read morenew release, and then some. What I wouldn't do to have a Book World in Stoughton! They also have a reward program which adds up quickly. The real secret to this place is the back area. Tons of discounted well-known and popular titles. They also have a huge variety of magazines as well. Barnes and Noble has nothing on this place. Oh, they also have a cute cat that chills out too! Highly recommend!

Terrible customer service and rude employees. We ran in for a last minute gift of a children's book…read moreand they were really rude. We were told 3 times they closed in ten minutes- we knew that and were out by the time they closed. They were loudly talking about us in the store in front of us saying "just tell them we are going to lock them in because we are done for the day." Look it get it- it's Christmas Eve. You don't want to be here- and honestly- I'd rather you and your poor customer service and "holiday spirit" weren't there either. And if there had been an alternative to this little store I assure you we would've gone there instead. Maybe find another line of work if you don't actually want to be kind to customers then perhaps sales isn't the field for you.

Tip: Online orders are available for pick up at CUSTOMER SERVICE; straight back from front doors…read more NOT at the check out. (They should maybe consider putting a sign up, eh?) Picked up my online order, for which I had been emailed a receipt, and was then offered a printed receipt in store.... Stop it. Stop the insanity. Save the paper for books, and toilet paper. Everything else can be digital.

I love this store and I have been there several times, but checkout is sometimes difficult. At my…read morefirst visit to the store, the clerk asked if I had a rewards membership. I told her I once had a premium account but I thought it had lapsed and I might need to renew. She asked which kind of membership I had and I told her I wasn't sure. She told me I had to know or she couldn't process it. She entered my phone number and rang up the order as a basic membership. I let it go and shopped there a few more times without being asked which type of membership I had. Last Friday, I was waiting to check out, and the woman ahead of me was asked for her phone number to enter for rewards. When I checked out, I wasn't asked so I asked the clerk if she didn't want to enter my phone number for rewards. She was generally kind of rude but did enter the numbee and didn't ask about a membership type. When I got out to my car, I logged into my account. It indicated that I had a basic membership but listed the differences between the basic and premium and allowed me to upgrade. I upgraded without incident. I think the staff should know how to access the membership type and should be able to upgrade for you if you are willing to pay the cost of a premium account. The staff on the floor seem nice and helpful but checking out could be a more pleasant experience.

I'm not much of a shopper and rarely step into a store, particularly when I'm on vacation. But I do…read morelike to check out a bookstore, and I'm so glad I visited the Book Teller. The merchandise is equal parts books and products from local artists (and local beekeepers and Kombucha brewers!).I purchased a used book that I'd been wanting (for $2!), a jar of local honey, and spent some time speaking with the charming owner about the history of the building. It's a former bank, and the mystery section is located in the bank vault. Look a little closer at a counter where books are displayed - that's bullet proof glass and gun portals from another era. The Book Teller is definitely worth a visit, even if you're not much of a shopper - but if you are a shopper, you will love the handmade jewelry and textile products found here at very reasonable prices.

I like this place! It's a small shop in the middle of town that offers used books, new books, and…read morethe wares of local artists. You can also find some nice coffee there as well. The shop is in an old bank building, and the building's features - teller wall and vault - are in use. The shop is organized well and beautiful, and is a comfortable place to visit. There is a children's section, and there is interesting availability in other genre's, considering the size of the store. Most of all, I think I appreciate the genuine community focus and the non-pretentious feel of interacting with others. I understand that they host community gatherings, which I hope to experience soon. Otherwise, I will be there on the next day that I'm ready to read something new and have no idea what it should be.

Quick stop before closing up a trip to Rockford. It's a beauty of a two-story bookshop,…read morebeautifully decorated. Selection was mid, would have liked to see a romance section. Sounds like they will be moving locations soon so hopefully the collection will expand. Nice stop for bookworms visiting Rockford.

Had a horrible experience setting foot in Maze Books. The manager/owner was not very…read morehospitable--and was delusional--thinking I'd set foot in the shop multiple times--when in fact I'd only ventured in once. Would not recommend purchasing books from them.

We really enjoy the trendy vibe of Leopoldo's and if you hit em at happy hour they have featured…read moreand discounted craft cocktails. We ordered oyster and cocktails this stop and everything was so delicious. Friendly and attentive service and the aesthetic couldn't be cooler. Who doesn't love a bookstore.

MATCHA -7.5/10 AMBIANCE/BADDIES -9/10…read moreSERVICE-8/10 I ordered an iced matcha latte with oatmilk as always and it was pretty good! Very solid! The energy of this place is great It used to be one of my fav doughnut places as a kid The workers are nice and the design and aesthetic was great!

This place is filled top to bottom with stuff almost like a step back in time with the records…read more it's multiple floors plan on spending some time to explore

I love this place. Nick and team are great to work with, prices are reasonable and the selection…read morehas to be the best on the planet.

Very poor website! It's been over a month and I was just notified my item is back ordered…read more Frustrating. January 5, 2026 I ordered a 2026 Far Side Daily Calendar and it said it would ship from their warehouse. Today is Feb 17, 2026 and this week I was just notified that it is back ordered. I paid $18.75 for this calendar and now it's not shipping. I am extremely frustrated with this website. Luckily Barnes and Noble has them for sale for $9, so I am just getting one at that store (not the website as it's sold out).

Fun, fresh, clean, and so glad to still have a real bookstore in Janesville. The staff are young…read morebut they know what they're talking about (although everyone seems to have their own areas of "expertise"). It was fun to look around, their discount card is a reasonable price, and after having been in this location for a decade, I can tell they're going to be there for a while.

Selection and value was a big factor. I was able to find several copies at various prices.read more

If I could give 0 stars, I absolutely would. I have never walked into an establishment and felt so…read moreunwelcome. The workers were just sitting around chatting and didn't acknowledge me at all. I entered the store and was not greeted just stared at as if I didn't belong. As an African American customer, this experience made me feel uncomfortable and unwelcome, and it completely discouraged me from wanting to spend any money there. I will not be returning.

I drove over on a Saturday afternoon, and easily found the building just off Hwy 83. The…read morestorefront sign would be hard to miss, and the parking is pretty good too. Inside, the store gives a nostalgic feel, with a few old Underwood typewriters displayed to give even more an old-timey punch. I easily navigated my way through the store, seeing the different genre sections clearly posted (Poetry, Non-fiction, etc.). I bought two books at $17.95 ea, but found others that interested me at around $24.95 ea. Not all books are sticker price labeled...on older books, they write a price in pencil inside book on front page! As a local (Wisconsin) writer, it's nice to find a bookstore that offers selected writings in an atmospheric way that big chain-stores just cannot duplicate!

Rare Vision Books is a fantastic find in the quaint town of Genesee Depot! Everyone should take a…read moreday trip to this tiny town with great things to see and do. This small shop on the main street that cuts through town offers a glimpse into literary magic. They offer beautiful vintage and unique books that you won't find anywhere else. It was like a treasure hunt, looking to discover special books you didn't know you wanted - and some you have been looking for, for ages! The owner is just as special - so friendly and welcoming. It felt like I was visiting their home. They chatted about their love of books and easily assisted us on our hunt. Rare Vision Books is right next to Mama D's Coffee so you can plan a perfect afternoon of coffee and reading...

A cool little find for me in Crystal Lake. It's a second hand bookstore run a non profit. All the…read moremoney that is made here is to bring projects to help humans understand the need to protect our environment, specifically natural area in McHenry County. It's a very well kept bookstore, although used books, they all look new! I would say 80% of their books goes to fiction. I found Don Winslow's The Border there, hardcover for $10! All hardcovers are $10. They have a set pricing system, $7 and $5 depending on the book. I do wish they would have a true crime section, but that's ok. I will make a point to come out here again. It's a great store!

Love this bookstore so much. Love that it's second hand books and decently priced. Service is…read morealways super friendly.