We spent a lot of time at this bookstore today - and we would have stayed even longer if only it…read morehad a/c, but the heat became unbearable for me. The store is deceptively large (the downstairs section is *huge*) and the selection is SUPERB. In particular, the photography books - including some rather obscure types (such as a big section of photo books about trams/etc., which happens to be one of my passionate interests) - were extraordinary in their breadth. My initial impression of the sales clerks was negative, as they seemed very unfriendly. There were only three of them in evidence in that large store and one of them was at the check-out (on the upper level), so I think that was problematic - as evidenced by the fact that a customer approached me and thought I worked there (that also happened in Oslo - three days ago - and there, too, sales clerks were an endangered species). When we were leaving Hedengrens, one of the originally-unfriendly sales clerks was much friendlier. The other reason why I'm giving four stars instead of five - since the selection certainly merits five stars - is because this store charges more money for books than Akademibokhandeln (the reason why I know that is because I'd made note of some books I wanted to buy when we were at a branch of Akademibokhandeln yesterday, but I wanted to visit larger stores and buy everything all at one time. I'd noted the prices of the books [apropos of nothing, although it turned out to be very fortuitous]. I was really surprised about the pricing differential, because I'd never experienced that in any other country). Anyway; I certainly recommend visiting this store, as it's a real treat to browse there.

Sadly, there are few large bookstores left in Stockholm. this one is OK but I miss the large…read morestores from years ago. I was disappointed that there were not many history books in Swedish; instead, the English section was quite large.

When you need new Copic markers, a portfolio folder och triangular rulers, Matton is the place to…read morego. Especially if you're a student: you get 20% discount! Not bad. Matton offers a large selection of artist equipment, for professionals, amateurs and beginners. I would say it seems that they have it all, whether it comes to drawing, painting, building miniatures - you name it. Multiple types of paper, cardboard, sketchbooks, tutorial literature, glue, tape, artist tools, and the list goes on. Staff lets you stroll around the shop in peace, but gives help if you need it. The service I have had has been ok, not too friendly but not too bad either. Prices are good, I would say. They often have items of different producers and brands, so you can find the price / quality that fits your purpose the best. Location is convenient, as there is a tunnelbana station very close (Rådmansgatan) for rainy days, but when weather is nice, you can enjoy the streets of Vasastan. Luntmarkargatan is a tiny street, on the right hand side from Sveavägen, if you come from the centrum.

A good bookstore is like a goldmine. Söderbokhandeln is where I don't have to dig for it. Books are…read moreeverywhere and have been since the 1920:s. The miners working here always know how to get you the best even if it doesn't always shine.

Wonderful bookstore! Definitely a recommended stop for any book lover! The owners are super helpful…read moreand knowledgeable. The beautiful old shelves really give the place an old bookstore feel, in the very best sense of the word. I only browse/buy books in English, and their selection is surprisingly good! Maybe the quantity of English books is not quite as extensive as the big chain in town, but the quality of their selection is superior!

this store has a good variety of supplies for any artist. I found a pad of acrylic paper for a…read morevery reasonable price. Even though I was a foreigner in Sweden, the people were very helpful and kind.

One of the better art supply stores I've been to in a very long time! There are lots of quality…read morefine art raw materials neatly displayed and priced in a fairly large space. The workers were friendly and helpful. I wished I could have bought up the entire place!