This place is wonderful beyond measure. It's much more than a bookstore and has easily become one…read moreof my favorite local stops in the Dallas area. Truly great. Beyond the incredible and often surprising selection, the staff is wonderful, and it's the kind of place you never quite want to leave. Five stars.

From a vacant Laundromat in 1972 Dallas to locations in 16 states,seems their idea of recycling…read moreused books has prospered. This flagship location in north Dallas is a destination unto itself. I've spent hours in here over the years perusing the isles in amazement. If you're interested in a certain topic,they have a book or two for you. Also,the cafe has been upgraded from a basic coffee shop and now serves good looking light meals. The vinyl department is nothing to sneeze at so, go get that Englbert Humperdinck Christmas Album for the holidays. Antique or first editions? Got em. 1960s Life magazines? Check. I say this place is not to be missed.... Go! * Note another missing review

I go here all the time! A hidden gem on Garland Road, hidden in a strip mall. Don't be fooled by…read morethe front, the place is huge and has so much depth. The pricing is pretty decent and the payout is organized by genres, every genre have its own room and section. Towards the back there is a records are there's even a chess board (that I have won at one too many times) it's a cool browsing spot to discover new(or old) books. The employees there are so welcoming. They let you browse and discover everything the store has to offer.

Closed when they're supposed to be open - guess they don't know how to change their hours on Google…read moremaps. I can smell the smoky, dusty, moldy books THROUGH THE DOOR.

They have thousands of DVDs, CDs, and video games to choose from. But what made my experience extra…read moregood was the help I got from Henry. I was looking for some rather obscure CDs that I had formally listened to in college many years ago. Henry was super patient and helpful to me. He looked up the titles and then even went to the racks to pull the CDs for me. 10 out of 10 for excellent customer service!

the prices are awful and game selection is basic. pokemon is marked up almost double.read more

This location is not as good as it used to be in terms of customer service and selection. Shift…read moreLead Rachel was kind and helpful, but the other employee not so much.

Great selection of movies at prices that won't break your bank account, plus all kinds of posters…read moreand video games and well there is just too much to name. The only downsize is it opens at noon time, just in time for the lunch hour crowd at the Firewheel. But it is what it is, will be back!

Great record store Martin Denny & Lex Baxter love Exotic and they have plenty to choose from…read morebetween $25-30. Guy behind counter friendly & helpful

The place was great as it can get, pretty chill vibes and music. The options on the vinyls and cds…read morewas okay, they did have a lot of various kinds of artists but couldn't find the one I wanted. I would say that the ambiance was cool.

So why haven't you been here yet?…read more Is it because it doesn't look like its part of a franchise? I mean, it IS gaudy and in a derelict-looking strip mall. Or did the sign in the window saying that their "prices are crunk" make you think twice? I certainly hope it wasn't the rough-looking teens in the parking lot. They looked like the type that cuss. Citizens, I'm here today to tell you to fear no more. While the inside looks like some barely-legal warehouse sized pawnshop, its harmless and worth your time. Go ahead and bring your kids! It has a huge selection of DVDs and games, especially of the dork variety (ie., anime and posters). You can buy brand new items as well. The prices are alright; I got a used Xbox 360 plus a newer used game. With tax it was $302. Happy Valentine's Day! So, my new question is: why are you still reading this?

This place is a little like the last bastion of a day gone by. They sell a store full of things…read morethat now are downloaded and used in so many other ways. But they are also one of the only places I know where you can buy (or sell) items like CDs, movies, games on this level. The place is huge. You wonder how long a place like this will last with so many people using everything from itunes to hulu to watch and use entertainment, but as long as they are one of the only places that handles these items, maybe they will last a long time. It also makes me feel old to watch CDs go away the way tapes and vinyl did before them and to watch movie rental and sales places disappear. It seems like it is a really good store for games and then also buying or selling guitars and some music related equipment as well.

I visited here with a friend and honestly didn't know what to expect at first. I thought the name…read moremight just be a cute gimmick for a bookstore, but the selection completely surprised me. There was a huge variety of books and an impressive selection of games as well. The overall atmosphere was what really stood out. It wasn't overly "designed" or fancy, but it had such a warm, welcoming vibe. Everyone seemed relaxed and happy--almost like stepping into a little utopian pocket of calm. Even the staff were incredibly friendly. The cashier chatted with us about different sections and recommended a book because we looked like we were enjoying ourselves. It felt playful, social, and genuinely fun. The store was very well organized too. Nothing seemed out of place, which made browsing easy. There were maybe 15-20 customers while we were there, but because the space is large it didn't feel crowded at all. At the same time, it was nice that there were other people around--sometimes being the only customer in a store can feel awkward. The pricing on games was another pleasant surprise. Some were as low as $6-$7, and a few were even sealed, which you almost never see at that price. I'm not sure exactly how their inventory system works, but the deals were great. Location-wise it's super convenient--right off the highway with plenty of parking. Overall, it was a top-tier experience and a genuinely fun outing. If you're visiting Dallas, especially with kids, this would be a great stop. It looks like a chain, so I'm curious if other locations have the same vibe, but based on this visit I would absolutely recommend it and would definitely go back.

I will never hate on half price books so that's why I'm not giving them any less than 5 stars…read more BUT...BUT! My issue is with their buying your books concept. I showed up here with a huge duffel back filled with brand new books- I've been cleaning out my closet and decided why not get some money for these anyway-- I read on my iPad now (I know, I'm sorry.) The guy at the desk was super nice and helpful-- explained the process of how it works: -They scan each book in their system and the computer basically tells them how much each book is valued. I didn't wait that long until they called my name and I'm thinking "ok, I'm at least gonna get like 90$ for these..." NOPE! The huge duffel bag filled with books was worth to them... Ready for it? $12.87!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Insane. I'm sorry but that is such a scam. I will always love half price books, I spent a lot of time in the one off Northwest Highway as a kid and got all my books from there. But this was just extremely sad. I know for a fact if I said ok, that's fine, they would turn around and sell EACH BOOK for AT LEAST $9.99. Don't waste your time lugging a heavy bag filled with books. Just keep them or sell online. So sorry.

Quick look rating: 5/5 Book selection, 5/5 Service, 5/5 Experience, 5/5 Will I return…read more This is more than just a church library / Christian book store. It's where you would come just for a book that has been researched and carefully selected. It's more than a place just to find excellent reference material. There is a feel of christian passion for quality research on the reading material that they have selected to carry. The christian book selection is pretty darn good, I must say! The staff is there to help with your selection for purchase or to check out. Please note: There are different areas for either purchase or to check out. For some of the different Sunday school classes, the teachers have / and or may selected books from this book store for a more in-depth understanding of what the class maybe about. Now the only times that I've been here is on Sundays before or after a church service. They are located in the church downstairs. I hope you find with what you're looking for, book wise / or for your research. If they do not have the book that you're after, they are more than happy to order it. Top notch customer service from what I have seen! Would I return? Yes, I would return!

The best bookstore and my favorite I've been to! Great selection of classic and reformed Christian…read morebooks. Loved all the Banner of Truth selection and the premium Bibles!

Giving them one star is being generous. Took 54 DVDS and 6 hardback books in to sell. Everything…read morewas in like new condition. They offered me a whopping 84 cents! 84 freaking cents?! I took my stuff back and told them no thank you and I will not be back. Even the clearance section had books with covers torn for like $4 They are for sure not like they used to be. Will never ever go back again. Lesson learned.

I've bought many books from this location. They have a great selection…read more I've sold books here too numerous times, and unfortunately some of the staff in the book selling area can be condescending. I think I'll continue to shop here, but I don't think I'll use the book selling area anymore.

I love love love this location, it's been a while since I've been to a two story Barnes and Noble…read moreand God did I miss it. I love the large selection! The Starbucks inside is really good and they serve Cheesecake Factory slices in their fridge. I used to have one just like this near my home in CA that I grew up visiting with my father but it closed down years ago and I've missed it ever since.. I love sitting at the Starbucks and reading/studying unbothered, it's very relaxing and such a beautiful location. Definitely a go-to!

The Barnes & Noble across from NorthPark mall is one of the best ones in the Dallas area. It's one…read moreof the largest B&N I have been in, and it's well designed. I was very impressed with the children's Halloween book selections here. And their displays were true visions that would make any child happy. I also like all the extras offered - like little ghost coin purses that look like the ones from the early 20s. You know what I'm talking about, little beaded coin purses with a little fringe Om the bottom. But with ghosts in them. lol! The people working there were happy, and that says a lot about a store to me. I asked a few questions and they were very knowledgeable and quickly answered my questions with confidence. It was a great experience and there were many people buying books early in the morning. It's a great way to start your day.