I visit indie bookstores when traveling, and J Michaels Books is no exception…read more It was delightful to find a newer compilation of essays by Vivian Gornick. What I wasn't expecting was the fabulous greeting by the 30 something male cashier. "Vivian Gornick - she's so wonderful." We proceeded to discuss much of her work. Delighted to hear his appreciation of the 89 y/o fearless second-wave feminist thinker!

Well curated selection of books and staff who truly love to read. I can't walk out of there empty…read morehanded.

Stay hidden! you are a gem in a mountain of dross! I have no idea how you manage to do what you do…read moreand stay alive, given the nonsense a theo-bib-philo-nutter has to negotiate in the world outside gamerville. Not to mention all those ham-fisted demi-annotated texts we must peruse (and buy) to get to anything approaching non-cloven meat. Good Lord! often a Talmud shows up with an index in a font that no human can read -but not with you... Thank you. And Go Ducks!

The theological and historical emphasis version of City Lights books , ( SF),but on steroids! This…read moreplace is like a book nerds idea of heaven. I found several books by authors I like that I never heard of, looked through disorganized piles and shelves randomly finding a $228 stack of winter reading g goodies to bring home! Just the kind of thing you'd expect from Eugene..... just the kind of go along with coffee thing you'd expect from Oregon!! Go Ducks!!

The cafe is a rise above anything in here so there's a bit of ambience to this B&N…read more Sam books, same mags bit this place is big!!!!

Eugene's biggest book store is most excellent. Small local family bookstores are great but Barnes…read moreand Noble is filled with much more than books. Yes the shelves are overflowing with the latest and hard to find titles but along with a terrific coffee shop, a wide selection of creative games, gifts, cards and toys you will be greeted and served by the most knowledgeable, customer oriented and efficient staff in any Oregon retail establishment. We really feel welcome here and appreciate the wonderful local staff.

If you are looking for a book Smith Family is a great place to go. They have used and new books…read more Smith Family is a two store bookstore filled with books. Something that they do is they buy used books from 10:00am-12:00pm. The people here are great and very helpful and they will direct you in the direction so you will find your book of choice faster.

Great selection of books but not kid friendly. My 4 year old had to use the restroom and I…read moreunderstand some places don't have public restrooms, but most of the time when you tell a business your 4 year old needs to use the restroom they will allow you to use one instead of let a toddler have an accident in their place of business. Common courtesy is no longer a thing.

I'm a sucker for any independent bookstore and this was no exception. I wandered in while waiting…read morefor food nearby and left with a couple of books I didn't know I wanted. Such is the book lover life

Was in town while on an Oregon road trip and on any good road trip you find the best local…read morebookshop, Black Sun did not disappoint. It's a little packed full but that's part of it's charm. Enjoyed the cool music they had playing as we perused new and used books which filled every inch of this small-ish shop. They had every subject imaginable and many of the titles are facing outwards to give you a bit of a recommendation as you journey through the store in hopes finding the perfect book, or two, or ten. We got something new (popular bestseller) and something used (of the underground variety). Regardless of your preferred genre you will find something here to scratch your bibliophile itch. They also have a parking lot which makes getting in and out of the store easy and hassle free. Cant wait to come back the next time we're in town!

This is the comic book shop that you see in your head when you think "Comics"…read more A mix of latest release, toys, models, and boxes and boxes of old comics in their sleeves, resident in white boxes. Like a LOT of white comic boxes. Organization is not the prime directive here, but the selection, new/used/valuable is good and the staff is the right amount of nerdy knowledgeable with out being nerdy elitist - you know the type... "Oh, you just started collecting TMNT and don't know about Groo the Wanderer..." Prices are retail for new stuff. A sleeve and board will set you back $0.25. Collectables are priced in line with the Overstreet guide, but they can be a little optimistic on the grading, so margin hard. I have never sold any used comics to them (hoarder!) and I cannot speak to pricing there, but they are legit is every other aspect that I have dealt with this on. In short, this is where I buy my local comics for myself and as gifts.

It is subjective that I seldom find anything I want at Nostalgia Collectibles, you may want other…read morethings, but it is not so subjective that the owner has seemed so rude in 100% of my dealings with him. Thank goodness there are other places to buy comics in Eugene.

As a metaphysical junkie, I will definitely recommend the store to anyone in town. They're always…read morehospitable. Make me feel comfortable. I love shopping here. Very good energy, love and light. I truly adore the couple that works here. Many blessings and see you soon!

I know I can always find something beautiful here. The selection of crystals is always greatread more