Not a fan of their hours but so happy to have finally made it here! This place definitely qualifies…read moreas a hidden gem or a less-traveled CLE shop. I could easily spend hours here, and did, last Sunday! What gorgeous decor, layout, vibes and selection they have! Workers were really friendly as well. The prices of books were high though--no discount at all for new books. Fine to support local but this is why the library will still always be my favorite. What I was confused about is how the books are organized because it is not by author nor by used/new. I'm pretty sure new books were placed right next to pre-owned ones on the same shelf... I did enjoy all the gift and merchandise displays. They were all set up in a way that looked irresistible to buy! My BF bought this photography coffee table book he was really excited about and I got a children's novel illustrated by Jon Klassen (big fans!).

Whether you are a book lover or not, there's something for everyone in this wonderful place. Today…read morewas my first time stopping in, and I enjoyed myself so much looking around at all of the books, trinkets and little doodads. The people working there were very knowledgeable and friendly. The book collection alone is incredible. There is multiple room rooms and the sanctuary holds very old and important books and is definitely interesting to look around in. They also have a cute gift shop that has very cool gifts and handmade items as well. Totally a great find if you are looking for something fun to do, or just looking for a few books.

This place has the best selection of books for a great price…read more I highly recommend this establishment for avid readers and other book enthusiasts alike. The owners are super friendly, you can find something here without a doubt!

From the owner: We are an independent bookstore offering used, rare, out of print and collectible books and…read moreephemera.

Being the bookworm that I am, I was so excited to discover this quaint and cozy little bookshop…read morelocated in the falls! It has everything you could want from bookmarks, coasters, keychains, new and used books of all kinds and genres and a ton of cute little accessories! What I thought was so nice was that they have a LOT of Chagrin Falls themed cute gifts, which is perfect if you want to send someone a postcard or even get yourself a gift! They even have hats with Fireside logo on it. How cool they have they're own merch?! So if you love this place you'll definitely want to rep the merch!! The coolest part is there is an UPSTAIRS, yes an UPSTAIRS!!! Your getting two bookstores in one. It is the coziest little bookshop I've ever been in and will be coming back! I also want to mention that I noticed they had almost every book that is new and popular right now from Colleen Hoover to Emily Henry, etc. You will love this shop!!!

Fireside was a cute independent bookstore right in the middle of Chagrin Falls. The store was three…read morestories and filled with books. They some unique books and very cute book bags. Overall a very cute and cozy bookshop.

Had a great time in the stacks today. These books call to you from the shelves...begging to be…read morepicked up and read. The customer service was adequate. I only really got one "smile" and that was almost forced. But I'm bringing home a haul of books, dvds, and a game for under $35...so I can't talk at that! Will I come back, sure! Will it be soon? Also, sure. But would being genuinely friendly kill you?

I have gone in 3 seperate times with brand new release books and been offered little to nothing for…read morethem. I pay $25 for a new book, read it in 2 weeks then take it in and am offered 25 cents for it? No way! This time I took in 15 hard back books and was offered 25 cents for all 15 books! This place is a complete rip off- do not give them your business.

CLOSED NOW, as of June 2025. But, a new bookstore has taken Appletree Books place. The new…read morebookstore is called The Checkered Shelf Bookshop and they kept a similar layout inside the bookstore as Appletree Books. I visited Appletree Books on Friday evening, 13 June 2025 for their closing party. They had a live 3-person band perform and they gave out free food and drinks. The evening was an overall great atmosphere. I previously visited this bookstore for the first time on Saturday, 24 May 2025 where I bought books and 3 small tea cups which came with saucers. The cute teacups and saucers sets were on sale for $2 a piece which was a great deal. BOOKS -- Plenty to choose from. During my first visit in May 2025, I bought 2 books: A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Catcher in the Rye. I still have to read them but I can't wait until I do as these are classic books. OTHER ITEMS -- They sold other home decor items. In my May 2025 visit, I bought 3 little decorative teacups that cost $2 each. They were a great find. While it may be sad that this longtime bookstore has now closed, a new owner has now been found and she is a lovely woman. Be sure to check out the new bookstore called The Checkered Bookshelf. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 51/250 total reviews in 2026 - 892 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 26 April 2026

Appletree Books has been part of Cleveland Heights Community and local independent bookstore scene…read moresince 1975! This bookstore is charming (inside and out). Lovely customer service. Amazing all around. It is well-stocked and well-curated with items such as books, vintage accessories, bookmarks, journals, and more. You'll find every genre at this bookstore. Unfortunately after 50 year, the owner is retiring. Appletree Books will close its doors on May 31, 2025. It's a very sad moment for the community and readers. Things to know before they close: -Sales: There are currently big sales ongoing on furniture, vintage items, and fixtures for the next two weeks. The items on sale are on the second floor and in the basement. The prices are very good! I purchased 3 amazing refurbished furniture pieces for $70 (table, shelf, and side table). You can pick up some items that are not in use when you purchase. The items in use will be scheduled for pickup after store closure. I highly recommend checking out everything they have! Most pieces are sold but very good items remain! -Books: There is still a lot of inventory, many good reads. There is a sale on books right now (20% off). Check out ARC's in the back (first floor) for free books (2 per person). -Gift Cards: Be sure to use your gift cards before closure or send them in for redemption. Contact the store or get on their email list for more details. -Points: If you have points with this store, use them! -Events: The store has three remaining events: Books in the Bar (at Parnell's), Shakespeare Reading, and Fairwell Party. The Fairwell Party is scheduled on June 13. Follow their social media or join their email list to check these events out! -Community Impact: The store is currently accepting book donations (or books purchased in the store) for kids' little libraries. I will be so very sad to see this store go! The displays were always so lovely! They always made my day! I look forward to the remaining events and hope to shop here more before they close!

This isn't your average used bookstore…read more I stopped by Paper Peddler's Out of Print Books to look around. It is a little hard to find, and the sign was a little faded which made it look like it might have closed - but don't let that deter you. They were stocked with all sorts of old books, magazines, papers, sheet music, and posters. Much of it seemed over 100 years old. I almost bought a book on craniofacial surgery from 1904. I looked at a Harper's magazine from the 1870's and Good Housekeepings from the 1930's. Prices were reasonable and the woman at the front of the store was very friendly.

Great bookstore with a great selection! Great prices and lovely owners. Great to talk to. Glad…read morethere is a used bookstore in the area again and the ability to support local.

The Mythical Bookworm is probably the best place to buy used books, especially in the area…read more I used to order most of my books online, but since this shop has opened, they have a good 90% of everything I need. They receive new books frequently, and carry an impressively wide array of books, especially for such a small store. Prices are great, owners are friendly, and it's even got a pretty generous loyalty program. The only downsides to me are just standard stuff. Sometimes you'll buy a book and sometimes the inside will be full of someone else's annotations. That's happened before, but it's just a risk of buying used rather than new. Same goes for potentially not having the specific book you're looking for. These are sort of universal problems for used book stores though, and are well worth it for all of the benefits. Absolutely worth your time, especially if you live nearby.

Mac's Books is a well-loved indie book store in Cleveland Heights Coventry neighborhood. It's been…read moreimpressively part of the community since 1982! It's everything that you'd expect from a bookstore - wood accents, endless shelves of books, zines, magazines, bookish souvenirs, and cute bookmarks. This bookstore often makes it to "must visit" CLE bookstores. Selection: Mac's has a wide range of literature from the timeless classics (think Jane Austen) to modern lit (think Emily Henry). There are three levels of books with genres ranging from romance to history. Each category is well organized and labeled. It's definitely the store to find eclectic reads on specialized topics. You'll also find new and used books, greeting cards, pretty journals, bookmarks, bookish totes, and other accessories at this store. You can order everything that you can't find at checkout. I historically purchased nature-inspired reads, and today Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" for my book club. It was a gorgeous and compact version for $15. Who doesn't love a compact book that you can take everywhere? Service: Service is consistently very friendly. They always ask you if you found all your reads in a genuine manner. I really enjoy my interactions with everyone at Mac's - employees and readers. Events: This book store hosts very interesting book events for the community. Open air poetry readings, silent readings at nearby Phoenix Coffee, haikus and meditations, book clubs, and other gatherings are hosted here. Check out flyers at their store or their Facebook page. I previously visited their event with typewriter printed poems for Valentine's Day and had a ton of fun! Parking: City parking garage is available across the street (free parking). There is limited street parking. Availability of the latter really depends on the time of the day. I highly recommend visiting Mac's if you're in the mood to browse. Make sure to check every corner, there are so many great finds for your TBR! Explore the area's dining spots in the Coventry neighborhood while you're visiting. There are some dining gems here!

GREAT book shop on Coventry! Love the wide selection of books, gifts, totes, and more. People who…read morework there are kind and always helpful! Their loft space is also whimsical and cute. Little drawbacks are that the prices of books can be a little high, but better than most bookstores-- and it's pretty narrow. Do not recommend trying to go in with a stroller!

Employees are friendly, but the store is filthy, smelly, and disgusting. The clutter and…read moredisorganization make it an unpleasant experience even though there are a lot of books. The building looks ready to fall in. The restroom didn't have a working toilet. I can't recommend this business.

Dons twice loved foods is a filthy embarrassment to the retail grocery store business specializing…read morein pushing expired canned and packaged food with changed or missing exp.dates. Shop here at own risk! I mean disease dirty! If you don't have something when you walk in the store you will have something when you leave even if you don't make a purchase ! No charge. The diner puts some of the moldy food to good use too if you really want to put your resistance to a test,thumb thru one of his wet mildewy books while you eat for a real adventuress treat. Don is a genuine market square still walking on dead mans legs.

This bookstore is 6/7 years old, so I can't believe I hadn't heard about it until now! The…read moreproprietor was very nice and friendly. It's a used bookstore with a lot of older books, but I saw some popular ones from present day there as well. The books were organized very nicely by genre and author, so it made it really easy to browse! There's also a healthy supply of crystals and witch type things (I'm not into that, but there's a witch museum next door so it must be popular!). I knocked off a star because the building is over 100 years old and it shows. Parking was also tricky. We had to walk a few blocks and none of the city's sidewalks were shoveled :( And also, the hours were different than what were posted online, so it was inconsistent.