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!

Great selection! Even found a 2 of the Golden version Funkos, but better yet, the Bombshell version…read moreof Poison Ivy that I have been looking for YEARS. I'm really just happy to have found this store.

I would count your pages and add before checking out. If the total $ is off, ask the cashiers to…read moreverify page counts. I went to penny-a-page sale. You can't follow along with the cashier's page-count-price entering on a screen, so you have to take their word for it. Walking away I noticed she made a mistake. (See pic.) No big deal, people make mistakes. Song of Kali = 277pgs charged $5.54. I walked back in and showed the bearded greeter my receipt. He said "she made a mistake. You have to go to the back of the line." the line was about 15 customers long. The guy just shrugged. The store only had two registers open - out of four - on their big sale day. They had this guy greeting people instead of ringing up. He said he didn't have register access.

I thought this was a really good bookstore! It had a good selection. I actually ordered my books…read moreonline the night before for instore pickup. They had them ready and waiting for me the following afternoon. Store is clean and well organized. And the employee at the front desk was very friendly - seemed very nice when checking out the couple in front of me and when some people walked into the store after me. I'll definitely go back. And the online ordering/pickup system was so easy. Plus there are multiple small stores to stop in that shopping center - TJ maxx, hallmark, better health, an ACE hardware - so then I can pop in multiple spots!

Books. Books. Books…read more I'm slowly getting my momentum back when it comes to reading, and it was time I put a dent into my wishlist. I came here the other day specifically for Pete Souza's new book, which is hysterical and amusing after only three pages. I would've saved around 10 bucks had I ordered online, but I couldn't wait 3-5 days. The employees don't seem too high strung, and seem very eager to help you out, which is great because it can be annoying when it's obviously that you need help, yet staff just walks by you. When I initially entered the store the first thing to catch my eye was a mug. I end up picking it up, only to add to the 40+ mugs I already have and don't really need. In addition to mugs they're tons of gadgets, cards, keychains, ect... This store almost feels like a an outlet Barnes and Nobles meets Borders. Plan on return to do some Christmas shopping for friends/family who also loves books.

A very large used bookstore where you could spend hours browsing the different subjects. Up front…read morethey have the real treat, which is properly stored, rows upon rows of comic books. In addition to any type of book you could imagine they have vintage posters for sale. The owner was very kind and knowledgeable. It's right off of Van Dyke and there is plenty of parking out front.

They're a good place and you can find everything you want to there old thing new things talk to…read morethem I'll help you out really nice people

So rude. I went in and spoke with David on three separate occasions about selling him books. He was…read moreOK. But then when I brought the books in and was talking to him about them, he turned from Dr. Jekyll to Mr. Hyde. Couldn't understand it. Just rude and snotty and short. I guess there's other bookstores open. I'll go to those. Incredibly disappointed. A real tool.

The only reason this place has such low ratings is because the owner is targeted for not adhering…read moreto particular political ideologies. If that doesn't deter you then coming here, as a book lover, researcher, or anyone involved in intellectual or literate pursuits, is one of the best decisions you could possibly make. This is a real bookshop. It's a relic from what you would have had easy access to in the 20th century and prior and that (sadly for our species) barely exists any longer. You're more likely to walk out with a first edition of some esoteric and forgotten knowledge than whatever you planned on finding when you walked in. You could spend hours just glancing through one row of shelves and still not even catch half of it. The books here are high quality, ranging from contemporary titles to 19th century (and probably beyond) originals. There's a bit of everything, from history and archaeology, to religion and spirituality, to music and cars, to novels and poetry, to travel and hobbies, to social matters and Jewish interests. If you like books, knowledge, or anything that could be found in a written text, you'll find it here. Apparently people dislike the owner. I have no idea why. He's brief, witty, and competent. Are people so accustomed to the fake smiles and creepy stalking you'd get at a Barnes & Noble that they've actually convinced themselves that this is real life? Or even desirable in any way? You won't find a retail worker pretending to like you in hopes of keeping a job or getting a tip here. Just a real man with a real mission and amenity. Location: 4* Convenience: 4* Service: 5* Product/quality: 5* Aesthetics: 5*

This Barnes & Noble in Troy is one of those places that immediately feels welcoming when you walk…read morein. The space is clean, well-organized, and somehow manages to feel calm even when it's busy. The staff really stands out here. Every time I've needed help, someone was genuinely friendly and actually knowledgeable (not just pointing vaguely in the direction of a shelf). Whether you're looking for a specific title or just browsing for something new, they're happy to help without hovering. The selection is excellent--books, journals, gifts, and that dangerous section where you go in for one thing and leave with five. It's also a great place to just exist for a while: grab a coffee, flip through a book, and unplug from the world. In a time when so many bookstores are disappearing, this Barnes & Noble feels like a reminder of why they matter. Reliable, welcoming, and always worth the visit. Barnes & Noble offers great value, especially for the quality and variety you get. Whether you're buying books, magazines, journals, or gifts, it always feels like your money is well spent. The prices are fair, and between deals, memberships, and discounts, it's easy to walk out with more than you planned in the best way. Beyond the value, the store itself is clean, organized, and easy to browse. The atmosphere is calm and inviting, making it a great place to take your time and really enjoy the experience. The staff is helpful and friendly, adding to the overall positive vibe. Barnes & Noble continues to be a reliable go-to and a place that delivers quality and value every time.

I've loved this bookstore forever it seems. I loved buying newspapers from England and have…read morecollected them since I was a young teen. I just love their variety of topics, and I always find something I "just" had to buy! Another big plus for me is that all the staff knows exactly where whatever topic I'm looking for is located. I've never been treated rudely for the entirety at this location. I also find their books easy to afford and not up-pricing. It helps on a budget for even the new arrivals of all my favorite horror authors, King, McCammon, Patterson, Saul, etc.

Came here looking for some good vinyls and dvds (movies) and enjoyed my experience. I really mostly…read morejust wanted to give Connor who was working the checkout a shout out because he was super duper helpful and friendly. It can be hard/frustrating for me to find things sometimes and he was able to find every movie I wanted on dvd in a matter of seconds and offered to go out of his way to actually help me. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is because their vinyl selection is bleh and their vinyls are really overpriced. Overall though it is a cool store and they have a huge variety of stuff. If you can't find something interesting here I'd be surprised. I was happy with their selection of movies though and the prices were fair for those I guess.

Every time I come here I think "I'll get at least ten dollars for my item" this time I brought a…read morehuge stack of Pokémon cards from the 90s and got an insultingly low 6$ for all of them. Do not come here because they do not give you your moneys worth. Rip off

What started as something that was so exciting to create has turned into an overpriced headache. I…read morecreated this book hoping to give it to my boyfriend for Valentine's Day. I noticed I entered in our anniversary year incorrectly less than a day after creating it. The company responded with an invoice for me to pay to fix this one simple issue. Not to mention the book already cost me close to $100. After I received a email that the book was shipped out. I checked the edit again and the company added a page to the book with a typo. I notified them and they said it's my fault because I didn't review it. I said this was not my issue this is a typo on typo end. I begged and pleaded that they kindly fix it and send me a new book or refund me. They went ahead and sent me another invoice for me to pay for their mistake. I reviewed everything thoroughly before approving the book the 2nd time and now have to deal with their typo because they won't fix this issue. I would not do business with this company. The concept is really cute and can be a very lovable gift but they are not very compassionate when it comes to helping their customers. They are also not very worried about creating the perfect book fr you-if so they would also proof-read the pages and notify you with any issues before publishing it. It seems that they are really just working to overcharge and rob you

This website is a fraud. Do not waste your money. They charged me $95!!!! for my order that has…read morenever been delivered. 7 days of back and forth emails, with no resolution, customer service is rude and absolutely not helpful. There is literally no one to speak to, all automated AI replies. If you take a risk and spend your money on this shady expensive bs I would recommend you to find better place to waste your money on. Complete disappointment and SCAM. Stay away. I wish i would read reviews and comments before I placed the order.

Saw Novel on FB. Drove to Michigan for Mother's Day with my adult children. My daughter was willing…read moreto drive from Southgate with me to visit Novel for books & a sandwich! Even better than I had hoped. My daughter found several books as did I along with stickers, matchbooks and much more! The people were so friendly & helpful! My sandwich was so delish! My daughter said hers was "wonderful"! Told them it was worth the drive from Texas to enjoy the experience with my daughter for an extra special Mother's Day! Will put it at the top of my list for my next visit to Michigan!

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.

I love both the Friends Shop and Book Shop. I live in Warren, but frequent both shops. The Book…read moreShop is stocked wall to wall, well organized and knowledgeable volunteers too. I always find more than I need. Bargain prices for such good reads. The Friends Shop has a great gift selection. I especially love the jewelry and kids items. Friendly volunteers and great hours. Nothing to do...head to the Troy Public Library and visit the Friends Shop and on weekends the Book Shop. You'll be glad you did!!!

Just LOTS of books at excellent prices. It's all volunteer so don't expect to be catered to…read more Current best sellers at giveaway prices. Children's books CHEAP: keep reading to them! Serendipity is the KEYWORD! You may find surprises or not. This is NOT Barnes & Noble. But you can always find SOMETHINGS you will enjoy. Note the restricted hours!!!