Great selection of Vintage Science fiction paperbacks. Prices are fair. Definitely beats ordering…read moresingle issues online . My issue is the large modern price stickers. Yes, easily removable on a gloss surface, generally. HOWEVER, direct-to-paper pricing stickers are a complete dealbreaker for 1960s-1980s matte paperbacks. Vintage paperbacks from publishers like Ace, DAW, and Ballantine used uncoated covers. Trying to peel them off with alcohol or ever a dryer ruin the book's value and is heartbreaking for lovers of old paperbacks. It's unfortunate.

A MUST for all book lovers and anyone looking for fun, creative gifts. We just couldn't get over…read morehow creative and unique the decor is AND an amazing amount of books at excellent prices. Don't pass this shop up!!!!!

I have lived here for five years, and have been coming to Blue Whale for even longer! The owners…read moreand staff are incredibly kind and helpful, always willing to point you in the direction of what you're looking for. I have two absolute favorite things here. The first is the $1 book shelf, exactly like it sounds. It is stocked with really interesting stuff for only a dollar! I have found cool old children's books, English and German sheet music, and local guidebooks on that shelf over the years. It is always well stocked with something new. I also love all the vintage prints. They have prints of the local area and UVa, but also old nature prints and others. I especially love their avian pints and their vintage Rotunda prints. All are priced fairly and in excellent condition. And they've got popular press books too! I can't even tell you how many Stephen King books in my collection were picked up here. Definitely one of the best used bookstores around.

Very stuffy atmosphere -- both because the books are old and there's carpet, but also because of…read morethe air of pretension amidst the customers and staff. Also, there was a book cover to buy as art work entitled "Negro Songs". Do not recommend.

A book is like a whole new world waiting to be opened and explored. And visiting Too Many Books for…read morethe first time was like a journey to many worlds in one space and time. After having been selected as number 4 of Yelp's Top 50 most prolific Elites of 2025, a year when I was also awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Photographer of the Year Award at their Yelpies 2025 Award Ceremony, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, and where last year I was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Yelper of the Year Award, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Too Many Books, a beloved independent used bookstore located in the heart of Roanoke's Historic Grandin Village, is a perfect example. Owned and managed by Linda Stedman for many years, this cozy, two-story bookshop features a massive inventory of approximately 50,000 used books, which include fiction and non-fiction. There one can easily find vintage paperbacks as well as hardcover books in categories such as children's literature, history, science fiction, art, and philosophy; with extensive sections dedicated to Virginia, Civil War history, and genealogy. I was very impressed with the selection of books which included: antiquarian books, leatherbound books, out-of-print titles, limited editions, first editions, signed books by the author, and other collectible ephemera. It was a pleasure meeting the owner who came across as a very warm and deeply knowledgeable bookseller, as well as her other friendly staff in this bookstore with a very inviting atmosphere and fair prices. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and its amazing merchandise. The store lists portion of its specialized inventory online via its AbeBooks Merchant Page. It also hosts author signings, literary discussions, and ocational major storefront sales. As a matter of fact it was holding one of those sales today where hardcover books were 20% off until the end of the month. I particularly liked a book by former Predident Barack Obama's Chief Official White House Photographer, Pete Souza, titled: "Obama: An Intimate Portrait." The author also served as an official photographer for President Ronald Reagan. The used book in almost new condition was selling for $50, so with the discount one could buy it for $40. One can check their official Too Many Books Instagram for events and most current inventory of books. I highly recommend this used bookstore, for its inviting ambiance, fair prices, and deeply knowledgeable and hospitable owner and staff.

Difficult experience, wrapped up in a used bookshop. There are a lot of books in a claustrophobic…read morekind of way, but sure to find just about anything you want to read, from rare finds to new releases. The prices seem to be fare for used bookshop, but the service is less than ideal. To where the book I purchased was practically shoved at me, without a thank you, but just said there you go. I felt in her way, so won't be returning there.

I happened to visit Page Master a little after closing. I'm new to Front Royal and had the shop on…read moremy to-visit radar list for a while and happened to see it while driving by. I tried the (locked) door then noticed the hours. I was already in my car about to pull away when the owner, Carl, came out and got my attention. He opened the shop for me and spent at least 45 minutes with me discussing the history of his store while I browsed his huge selection. Wonderful shop. Wonderful owner. You can't go wrong!

Fantastic selection....friendly knowledgeable owner...good mix of today and yesterday!!!!!! So…read moremany boxes unopened that have been dropped off to explore

Stopped in here on the last day I lived in Lynchburg. I was missing out. This is packed full of…read morebooks. Three stories worth. The owner is super friendly and helpful. The books are reasonably priced. Worth a day trip to Lynchburg.

A vast collection of books on many different topics. They are on several levels. Friendly and…read moreknowledgeable staff. Very reasonable prices for used books.