A Little Romance! I…read morecant say enough about Paperback Swap N Shop. Its good they dont take old books. Did they write anything good more then two years ago? I love romanses, and boy do they have alot of romanses! My favorite is Confessions of a Werewolf Supermodel (its real - look it up!) Sometimes I want to turn into a werewolf to protect myself, but usually I just hide in the closet until one of my kid's knock on the door and want to go to the zoo or have some of the Oreos I took in their with me.

This is a used bookstore that has something for everyone. I have been a customer for over 20 years…read more Doris the owner is friendly and very helpful and how she remembers everyone's name is a mystery to me. She has the books sorted by catagory, then by author within said catagory (western, mystery, paranormal, historicals etc). Signs are on the ends of each bookcase stating the catagory. So easy to find. All books are half the cover price and if you bring in books to trade, they are an additional 25% off the cover price. Her "trade" policy is prominently displayed on wall. Store is closed Wed & Sun.

Adorable bookstore with mostly books for kids and teens. I love all the clear signage here!…read more Shelves are organized by age group with sections for different interests, so it is easier for kids to find a new favorite book about something they enjoy. Regular bookstores can be overwhelming for kids who may not know what to look for, but a sign saying "books for animal lovers" is sure to get some interest. There are also sections for "snuggle up and read picture books" and "I am ready for longer chapters and bigger ideas", for example. LOVE IT. The curated book selection has many inclusive books too, not something I see in most kids' collections. Although the majority of books here are kid-focused, I found a couple to add to my to-read list too. There is a small parking lot around the back of the building for easy parking.

We've been wanting to check this bookstore out ever since we noticed it across from the zoo. Today,…read morewe were drawn in by the trail of bubbles outside the shop. There's a cute area in front of the big windows for reading. The book collection is wonderfully curated. I saw a lot of YA and middle grade titles in addition to children's books, including books I never saw before. Meg was very helpful and friendly, and she encouraged my son to branch out with the first Tristan Strong book. I wish my other son - another picky reader - came with us because I think he would have been happy to see the range of inclusive offerings.

I've never gotten in the door farther than the magazines, but that's a compliment. I spent so much…read moretime checking them out (and buying a few) that I didn't have time to see anything else. The person working wasn't overly friendly, but whatever. Glad to have this business.

I wanted to extend my graditude to the owner, Ron. He helped my to receive my order when I…read moreaccidently put the wrong address. He was very quick to get back with me and did not hesitate to help me by quickly correcting my mistake. I'd like to also say that my book was packaged so professionally even my mailman noticed. Thank you, Ron for the extra care given!! Most sincerely, Mary Newman

Terrible customer service! Poor selection of items!…read more Very rude staff! Dirty store!

Please understand that the selection of books here is straight from Mao's China or Stalin's USSR…read more It is CHOCK FULL of communist propaganda, aimed at the ultimate destruction of the America. Other than that, great store....

This place is quaint and fun! There are books and bookish thing that are unique and fun on the…read moreshelves here. A great place if you want a book or a gift for someone as there are so many fun things. The owner is wonderful and was just a fun place to visit. There is also a fun coffee shop out front if you want to stop In both places. Go here and find some fun things! You wont be disappointed!

Anything culinary books! I'll be there to pick up a book on pickling and fermentation very soon…read moreafter this wonderful Yelp event that I've went to last night. Very fun and welcoming bookstore owner Kim was at the event and you will see her at her bookstore hopefully! It's the only bookstore of its kind that I have ever heard of, and definitely the only one in Buffalo. Sign up for her emails and be invited to attend book signings special, offers, and classes on cooking .

This is a very... political... bookstore. Honestly I got kind of an angry vibe from the book…read moreselection. Not saying that's inappropriate for the current climate, just not my personal jam. (Also not at all a reflection of the staff who were friendly and awesome). If you are looking for anything social justice related though you can definitely find it here. If you are wanting to get involved in activism, protests, or progressive issues, and are very left-leaning, this is probably the right place for that. They also have pins, stickers, and a large calendar on the wall showing upcoming events. There is a small section in the front with books about local plants, mushrooms, and hiking.

They have so many books in a relatively small (for now! Soon to expand) space, and yet I can…read moreeasily tell Ellen what I'm looking for and she has 5 suggestions for me. I always walk out of Burning Books with exactly what I need!

I was surprised at the good selection available at this small bookstore - I found some treasures in…read morethe sci-fi / fantasy section and have my eye on several others. They also have a nice selection of stickers and some other fun book-themed goods (mugs, candles, etc) so it's a nice place to find gifts for a book lover. This isn't a place to spend hours in but well worth a stop (especially if you are also checking out Rust Belt across the street). Pricing is decent and staff is friendly.

This store was highly rated so I decided to check it out. On entering I was warmly greeted and…read morestarted looking around. It's a very small store, and there are not as many books in stock as I am used to seeing in other used bookstores, but they are well organized (better than most used book stores) so it all balances out. I found a book of poetry by Billy Collins that I decided to buy, and continued browsing. A gentleman decided to engage the owner (the only employee there) in a protracted conversation about her store and the bookstore across the street, Rust Belt Books. The owner, apparently only too happy to talk about her store was so focused on talking to the guy who had already made his purchase that she never acknowledged me hovering around the front of the store waiting to make mine. I waited at least five minutes before finally putting my book back on the shelf. If you want to talk books and bookstores fine, but if you want to SELL books you need to pay better attention. Your store is not THAT great!

It is a magical space for those who love books and reading them. Every book you had possibly…read moreimagined reading (and hundreds you never thought of) are probably in this store. It is owned and run by Kalissa and her husband Vinny. They are kind and charming.

I walked 20 blocks or more in the rain with rare books so that the owner could tell me to take a…read morehike and essentially spit in my face, judging me, saying my books smelled like "smoke" and granted they are not in mint condition they are 100% fine and the only reason some were wet was because I had to wait in the rain for them to open later than the hours say. I just needed $1 to $5 dollars for food and a water and she took out all her frustration and aggression on me because there is a leak upstairs, yet she couldn't have empathy for the fact there was a drop or two on my books from waiting in the rain. It would have dried and they would have been fine for selling. A little bit wavy from slight water damage isn't "mould" like she kept saying because I brought God Bless You Mr. Rosewater by Vonnegut, and that copy is beat up. But I didn't even bother mentioning who the books are signed by because she was so adamant about not being interested. Your loss. There's literally a 1905 book that is worth $80 and that one she picked up and flipped through but then she decided to stick with being horribly rude and said she can't help me at all. Glad I threw my back out for nothing. It's called "Rust Belt USED books" .. Just wow.

Love the new location! The dark blue building on Niagara Street feels like a larger and more open…read moreversion of the original location - same awesome owner and even more books! Calm and friendly vibe. They have notebooks and tons of book-related accessories too. I even found a wax seal and the wax to go with it, for fancy letter-writing. Signs indicate that several book clubs meet here so if you're looking for one, this might be a great place to start your search. Parking is available on the street - and there are other great businesses within close walking distance too, a coffee shop, plant store, brewery, and more. It's also right along the bike path for an easy break during a ride.

The cutest little local bookstore. Such a great variety of books to browse. Places to sit and read…read more Low key, helpful service. Lots of accessories- bookmarks, pens/pencils, journals, stickers, cards. Perfect place to get a book lover a gift. Great value and you are supporting local!

A small but packed local bookstore! I came looking for gifts and ended up becoming a member. Now…read moreI'll receive a discount on all my purchases here for the year. Every employee I interacted with was so friendly and helpful, and I appreciate that they offer to wrap gifts as well. In addition to books, they also carry stationary items like nice notebooks, calendars, and more. Highly recommend checking out if you enjoy reading or looking for a gift for a book lover in your life!

Great selection! I was especially happy with the fantasy and cookbook areas as I saw several…read morefavorites there as well as several on my to-read list. Aisles are clearly marked with genre so you can find your favorites quickly (or ignore the signs and browse everything!). I also loved the jar candles near the front counter, which have lids but you can take those off to smell the candles. Any of them lean toward a perfect "rainy day with a cup of coffee and a candle" vibe. Staff was friendly. The whole shop gives a very inclusive energy and made me feel comfortable and welcome. Parking is a challenge; find a parallel-parking spot down the street. (If you're familiar with the Elmwood area that will not be a surprise).