Sometimes the best outings are the quiet ones -- like a spontaneous trip to Barnes & Noble just to…read morewindow shop. The Mr. and I stopped in to browse, hoping to find a few titles by Donald Goines, and ended up flipping through some great historical books about local cities. We didn't buy anything this time, but it was still a really lovely visit. The atmosphere was quiet, cozy, and inviting -- exactly what you'd hope for in a bookstore. And the staff? Kind, helpful, and present without being intrusive. Whether you're looking to pick up something specific or just want to get lost among the shelves for a bit, this B&N is a great place to spend a calm afternoon.

I was here on a Sunday morning before Christmas and the store was bustling with shoppers. Also, the…read morecafe line was long. I went online to be sure they were still open, as the B&Ns near me in Maryland all closed. They're open! And... they had their planners 50% off. Usually they wait until the day after Christmas to do this. Boxed Christmas cards were buy one get one free, which is pretty much the same thing. While they didn't have the planner I typically get, you can't beat a $7.00 deal for sure!

We stopped in the shop to celebrate my friends 55th birthday. She decided to do a bookstore crawl…read moreso that we could support local women owned businesses. We were welcomed, given background information about how this bookstore began, picked up our copies of I, Medusa- and explored this shop. Several people in our group purchased additional books and merchandise. This store is well organized with wonderful employees and owners.

If you live local and you're thinking of buying a book for someone online, DON'T USE AMAZON - try…read morehere first! If they have it in stock they will hold it for you to pick up, or if they don't have it they can usually order it! I haven't had a case yet where they haven't been able to order in a book I've wanted. Support a local business! The people are friendly, the shop is cute, they have staff-recommended items on each shelf, and very LGBTQ+ friendly and supportive. Their email newsletter has info on all of their book clubs (of which there are many) - eventually I will participate in one, just haven't had a chance to yet! There are several monthly book clubs for a good variety of different genres. Caboose (their children's book shop right next door) also has a ton of programming for kids and families!

Gem of a store. Friendly and helpful employees. Fair/competitive pricing. Nice location with good…read moreamount of parking. Would definitely visit again and highly recommend. The woman in the children's books section was particularly nice.

Large selection, yet I found nothing that I wanted to read, and what I was able to find was just…read moretoo pricey. 3/10, not impressed. the staff was nice so service was like a 8/10. Overall not my favorite book store ever.

What a cute little shop with over 200 vendors! We came during an event and there was a woman with…read moretaste testing for her jams with crackers. She also had meatballs too. It was only $9. There was tons of different crafts and things to look at. We went to the top section of the floor and we saw that they had a craft class going on. I even found this syrup I use at the store for super cheap. A lot of the items were affordable and unique. It was a super cute gift shop.

This is such a fun place to shop and to take classes at. It is fairly easy to find and there is a…read moreton of parking. I have taken 4 different classes here. All of the possible classes are listed in their website. I would be hard to pick a favorite class. Each of the classes is taught by a different artist or expert in that class. There are 2 different areas where the classes are taught one in the back and one in the middle section. The website has a description of each class that is offered as well as the requirements that you need to bring for the class. The ability to walk out with a project that you learned how to make is priceless. I highly recommend going to a class at My New Favorite Thing or just going shopping. Local artists each get a section to display. I will be going back for more projects.

A valuable little store! Most stores have a splendid assortment of family games. This one has a…read morelittle more. I would not say it's an exhaustive collection but it's one of the better ones you will find. Ask has a good selection of puzzles and other assorted toys. It was a valuable find for me as I'm currently on the lookout for such things

Wonderful bookstore! Great prices, friendly staff, and it's way bigger on the inside than you would…read moreexpect. They have D&D on Wednesday nights, and the drop-in fee is very reasonable.

Great book store with lots of options! They also give back and support our troops! Def recommend…read morethis place!

Adorable woman-owned independent bookstore in the heart of Ferndale. While they focus on romance,…read moremany genres are available for purchase. This host author book signings and book clubs for all different tastes. Added bonus are the super friendly booksellers Tyler and Taylor - they give great recs!

I popped into Love & Other Books last week after having breakfast in the neighborhood. It's a small…read morebut very charming and (for the size) very well-stocked romance bookstore. Similar to other romance or genre-specific bookstores I've visited in the past few years, Love & Other Books actually has a great range of books - all the sub-genres are covered! They all sell lots of great merchandise (hats, shirts, cards, etc.), too, so it's a great place for shopping for gifts as well as books. The customer service was also very friendly and helpful. I found a couple of books that I look forward to reading! It's a charming little bookshop, worth checking out even if you don't think a romance bookstore is your thing!

There is nothing that I did not like about this place. It was our first time in yet we were treated…read morelike regulars and frankly, felt like regulars the moment we were greeted. My wife and I each had a coffee and sandwich, both were exceptional. I'd dare to say that Elliot has perfected that Roast Beef Chimichurri - honestly, one of the best sandwiches that I've had in years. After we sat down to eat, Rachel came over for a chat. We could've hung out with her for hours, alas we weren't the only ones there and the everyone-is-a-regular vibe that Novel gives off sent Rachel over to some newly arrive customers to welcome them in. If you haven't been, go, but be sure to clear some time on your schedule as my wife and I found that we didn't want to leave and had a 2nd coffee while lounging with a book.

Finally made it in for our first visit. We split two sandwiches and these are our thoughts: grilled…read morecheese was just ok, needed more cheese. The roast beef chimichurri was okay, but it felt like it needed something to level out the heat of the chimichurri. I think it would be amazing with some roasted red pepper--slight heat to balance the spice. I know it would change the sandwich to something entirely different, but i think it would be amazing with coleslaw. Bookstore was fine, just a lot less books than I was hoping for. Looks like they keep a mix of more popular/new release titles, mixing in some older favorites. As a librarian I am always going to want more books, so take that with a grain of salt.

My favorite stop in downtown Farmington! Road Less Traveled is the cutest bookstore that always has…read moresomething fun going on inside. When I have a 3 year old with me, this is always my first stop. Their children's section is MASSIVE And adorable. There are padded benches for you to sit on while your children browse. When it's your time to look, they have a table with coloring pages and toys to keep your children entertained too! One of my favorite things is that they hide a plushie of Where's Waldo, and when your child finds it they get to pick a prize from the box. They also have a basket of stickers for you to choose one to take with you. For the adults there is also a high top table with chairs where you can sit and color or do whatever activity they have laid out. Their bathrooms are always clean, and easy to access. They offer used books for all ages, and they also have Blind Date with a Book for you to buy. During certain times they have also offered cutouts for you to write down your favorite book and post it on their window. Their staff is always pleasant and helpful. I also love their rewards program! It's super simple to sign up and even though I do not buy a ton of high priced books I have already benefitted from the rewards. It's definitely a must visit bookstore!

The staff is friendly and knowledgeable! I needed to get the book that we are reading for the…read morelittle book club. I am in and they were able to put their hands on it and get it to me quickly! I can also order books and have them receive the credit for that if they don't happen to have it in stock. They are also willing to order for me. Both of those things matter to me, since it gives me a lot of value for my money. If I'm going to be in the area, I can stop by and pick it up but because I live about half an hour away (& still patronize them) if my time is jammed up, I can just get it through the mail. Seriously beats using Amazon! It's so nice to use a local business!

Popped into 2nd & Charles for a gift run and left with some of Grandma's favorite things -- and…read moremaybe a few things I wanted too. This place is such a fun mix of quirky and quiet, with just the right energy to browse at your own pace. I found two Danielle Steele books, a cute bookmark, and the most adorable jelly belly keychain (yes, it actually has jelly beans inside -- Grandma's favorite!). The staff was polite and helpful, and as always, the merch selection didn't disappoint. I love checking out the mini guitars, comics, and all the unique fiction picks they stock. There's just something about this store that keeps you coming back, even when you're "just looking." Highly recommend if you're in the area -- especially if you're gift-hunting or just want to spend a little time among books, fandom finds, and cool surprises all while being economical!

Oh how i wish they were closer! We went in whole in the area and I could stay here all day. It can…read moreget a bit confusing as they have the old and new books together, and it's not as organized as larger stores like Bn is, but if you love to go on a hunt give it a try!