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    Barbara's Bookstore

    4.2 (11 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    My first book of 2022 from a real bookstore
    Crystal H.

    In an age where book lovers are pressed to find a real live independent bookstore, I rediscovered Barbara's in the lower level of Macys. It was delightful. I didn't find what I was looking for BUT what a treasure of so many other favorites. I will definitely return and I highly recommend it for gifts, special orders and conversations with true bibliophiles. Great selection of titles from a diverse group of authors. Good service too.

    Matthew C.

    A great local bookstore worth the look for! it takes sometime to find, it's in the basement of macy's near the starbucks. the person who owns the lovely shop is very kind! would recommend to book lovers!

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    This little shop is hard to find as it is in the bottom of the macy's but SO worth the scavenging!!!

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    Sandmeyer's Bookstore

    4.3(83 reviews)
    0.7 miPrinter's Row, South Loop
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    Sandmeyer's Bookstore is a gem! Everyone who works there is so friendly and it makes for a great…read moreatmosphere. It feels really cozy inside and I could spend an hour or so perusing the book selection. They also have a nice variety of bookish gifts and cards. The best part is the sale corner in the back where you can find books of all kinds marked down to really reasonable prices. I'll always stop at Sandmeyer's when I'm in the area!

    What a gorgeous location to have a bookstore! Sandmeyer's Bookstore sits in Printer's Row and is a…read morevery lit and airy environment. The selection is not too bad, considering they are recovering from a flood. There are so many titles and a vast array of topics available. I found some classics, fiction, a wonderful selection in their non-fiction area, and translated books. They also provide you with lists of books that have won prizes or coincide with different regions in the USA and the world! I thought that was very helpful. It's a medium-sized store, but their displays are quite prominent. Everything is easy to grab (no ladders or staff needed to get to the high books). All the areas are labeled and it's visually pleasing. The staff was nice, too. Checkout was easy and they were friendly. Prices are standard of paperbacks and hardcovers. You are paying for an indie bookseller (I paid about $40 for two books, which includes tax). I wasn't at all disappointed with the price. They also have a loyalty program for those that are regulars. I really am happy I checked out this spot. It was beautiful and friendly. There was a lot of books and totes to chose from, it was hard not to leave with more in my bag!

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