Love this place. No, they don't have public restrooms, look at the area it's in and think if you…read morewere an employee, would you let everyone that walks in to use the bathroom you'd have to clean. Customer service is good, they are not overly friendly but very helpful when you ask them to help you find something. The place can be confusing as to how it's arranged but to me that's part of the fun. As for pricing, I think they're fair, about the same as the other more popular discount book store.

Anyone having comics. Do Not take them to Half Price books. I took in a long box (about 300 comics)…read morewas paid $11.00. Let's do the math, if they throw out 100 comics (no money), 100 go into clearance ($1 each), 50 at half price ($.75 each) and the rest new $3.99 comics ($2.00 each), conservatively Half Price should made $187.50 at least (there was some good comics in the long box) and I got paid $11. I think an almost 200 times return on investment if ripping customers off. If you have comics find a local buyer of bulk comics, they will pay you 25 to 50 cents a comic.

For the first time ever, Purple Rose: The Stars Carry Her Name -- Letters from Me to Her is now…read moreavailable in Washington State at King's Books just outside of Seattle. King's Books has an incredible atmosphere and a real appreciation for independent authors, poetry, and the arts. I had the opportunity to speak with the staff while traveling through the Pacific Northwest, and I'm honored to now have my book stocked in their store. Purple Rose is a collection of 33 poetic love letters written to one woman in Raleigh, North Carolina. You can also order books directly from their website and pay upon pickup. JamesVThePoet.com #seattle #lovepoetry #indieauthor #poetry #raleighnc

King's is an absolutely lovely bookstore! I was hoping to pick up a couple of books used, but alas,…read morethey only had them new and one needed to be ordered. The employee was super friendly and even took a minute to look in a to-be-sorted pile just to make sure that they really didn't have what I wanted. The best part of the store? They have shop kitties!!

Steve and I were on 6th Ave a few weeks ago and came across Grit City Books purely by accident. We…read moredidn't know of it's existence but it was a very pleasant surprise to come across. The bookstore is sleek, clean and very well organized with a good selection of books. The staff member was very friendly and eager to assist me in getting a special order started for a book I was looking for. The special order came in a few days ago which is going to prompt a return visit and perhaps even additional books to purchase. Looking forward to continuing being a customer at this lovely bookstore!

This is a really cute local-owned bookstore. When I visited yesterday, I was pleased to see how…read morecozy and well-organized the store was. I appreciated that the different staff members had various books that they recommended highlighted throughout the shop. Service was great as I was greeted immediately and offered help while I was there (but not in a pushy/annoying way). The two paperback best seller's I purchased came out to just under $40 after taxes which seemed to be on par with/ slightly more than the big book chains, but spending a few extra dollars was worth it to me to support a local shop.

Holy customer service nightmare. If you don't want to be listed as a store that takes book…read moredonations, tell Pierce County to not list you on a government site as a place for book donations. Half Price Books was far friendlier and more accommodating, donate there instead. Geeze Louise.

What a great find! I stopped in because of the South Sound Book Crawl and my wallet trembled in…read morefear. They have an amazing curation of new and used books. I was impressed by the special editions they carried and was impressed by their reasonable pricing. My favorite part was seeing all the local authors featured! We have a lot of literary talent in the PNW and it's even better when purchased from a local bookstore. Come when you have plenty of time! I had to rush a bit because I was fitting it in while in the area and I could spend hours here. Each genre is filled with options and there are so, so many. Great service, the staff is really friendly and welcoming.

Great selection and solid pricing. Most books fall in the $7-$20 range, with a nice mix of new and…read moreused titles. The checkout experience was smooth, though the space is a bit tight and there aren't many cashiers, so I could see it getting crowded during busy times. The reason I'm not giving 5 stars is the buyback program. I brought in 12 books that were new or in like-new condition (no damage, no markings and some hadn't even been read) and was offered just $0.50 per book, totaling $7 for all 12. This included three complete series and several standalone titles. Out of curiosity, I checked their shelves and saw some of the same books priced between $8-$15 each. Overall, it's a great place to shop for books, but I wouldn't recommend selling here if you're hoping to get fair value especially if your books are in excellent condition.

Please be aware they do not give out good prices for anything you traded in, especially for people…read moreof color. Do better.

It's a clean B&N. Nice place to hang out alone or with friends. It wasn't loud in the Starbucks…read morearea. Everything is well-lit. I met my sister here and the conversations in the dining area stayed pretty low in volume. I recommend this place!

New address. New place beside Famous Footwear and Burlington Coat Factory. Still has a Starbucks…read morecafe inside. Smells new and looks very new.

Does a cuter book shop exist?? I don't know but I had to pop in the minute I walked by, and I…read moreregret nothing. I picked up a greeting card and sticker while inside - both under $5 each, and enjoyed the beautiful space, collection of books, gifts, and trinkets, airy vibes, and classic book shelf ladder - every Disney millennial's dream! The co-owner was friendly and I enjoyed our interaction as he rang me up. I also heard the store hosts a book club!

amazing curated selection and super nice owner! The prices are all very good as well for niche and…read morebranded items! Lots of gift ideas to be found here, and plenty of queer-positive pins, stickers, and books! Absolutely love the well-decorated kids corner and the clean but comfy look of the entire store. Definitely making the drive back here to support this bookstore for the holidays

This is a used book store. A dedicated used book store is a dying breed. Particularly one with so…read moremany great editions of classics. I especially loved the paperbacks outside that are sold on an honor system, which is so great to see - and impressively they were in order by author, which is super rare in paperbacks for sale in that manner. Reminded me of my late grandparents' book collection. It's a small space and a bit stuffy but deserves some attention.

Really rude clerk. I couldn't figure out the price of a book I wanted and asked, and got snapped…read moreat for my trouble: "What did you think it was?" he sneered. Um, yeah, that's why I asked - I did not know; there was more than one price written inside. Left immediately and took my business elsewhere.

Charming little bookstore in downtown. Seemed to be something for everyone - not just books, but…read morereaders (reading glasses), too! Places to just sit and hang out with books are usually some of the most welcoming places for those of us who adore books but on this day, the vibe was off. I'd give them 5 stars but we were not greeted when we walked in the door because the employees were too busy being trained on some computer software or something, nor were we asked if they could help us when they saw (or probably didn't see because they were too busy with themselves) that we were wandering around. Seemed kind of odd for as many people who were behind the counter to not want to help the three customers who walked in the door. Other reviewers have noted how friendly and helpful the staff were when they visited but that was not our experience. Since we were from out of town, this will probably be our only visit to the store. Maybe their online process is more friendly.

This review is for their online shop and shipping. Some of the most beautiful book packaging I've…read moreever seen! I ordered 4 of the signed DCC books and they arrived in immaculate condition! They absolutely care about what they do here. I would happily give them my money and support. Matt chose an amazing shop to support. Cannot wait for my second order to be delivered. THE GHOST OF STEVE IRWIN SMILES DOWN UPON YOU!

We've been shopping here for years and I don't think I've left a review before, though I should…read morehave. This store is wonderful and the reason I want to leave a review today is because a lady who works there was so helpful. Our granddaughter is getting older, she's turning eight, and it's a little harder to make good gift decisions. I wish I knew this woman's name, I don't, but she helped point us to things that are really on the nose. Recommend this store highly. And ask the staff for recommendations.

I love going to Curious Bear when I'm looking for a kids birthday gift or holiday gift. The…read moreselection is nicely curated and the staff is helpful if you have a question like "what would a kindergartener like?!" I always find something new and interesting and they have a loyalty program, too. Parking is in the lot and can be a little tight but it has never been an issue for me. Sister shop paper luxe (stationary and gift) is great, too!