If you're looking for a neighborhood bookstore with charm, wit, and the kind of staff that actually…read moreseem glad you walked in--even with wild, indecisive children in tow--Herringbone Bookstore is your spot. The owner (you'll know him by the majestic beard and Jedi-like calm) has created a space that feels more like the clubhouse of a literary wizard than a traditional store. My kids regularly burst in with chore money and vague intentions ("I want a cool book... or maybe a weird trinket... or both?"), and he always helps them find something they're excited about--usually tossing in a friendly discount and a bookmark like some benevolent book dragon guarding his hoard of stories and treasures. Then there's the store cat. Friendly. Regal. Frequently seen offering her belly like she's your new best friend--until she suddenly decides you've overstepped and smack, you've been chosen for sacrifice. My youngest considers her a highlight of every visit. Herringbone has an eclectic and well-curated mix: books (of course), LPs, mildly offensive candles that make great gifts (for the right people), a fun kids' corner with books and toys, and the owner is always happy to order something if it's not in stock. It's our go-to spot for birthday gifts, random literary whims, and just plain cozy vibes. Highly recommend. Just don't be fooled by the cat's exposed belly. You've been warned.

I love the variety this store has! I picked up funny bookmarks for my little book club gals and I…read moreknow they will love them!

This is such a cute and great bookshop. It's very well laid out and nicely organized. A must go to!read more

Super cute gem in downtown Bend. I walked in not sure what to expect and was greeted with a…read morethoughtful curation of books and charming coffee bar. I loved the added touch of staff picks throughout the store. The team had writes notes about the books they recommend in each section. Upstairs is a great quiet place to sit with your coffee and work too. Look forward to going back.

I'm so glad we stopped by here. They have such an amazing selection of used and new adult books…read more Everything is very neatly organized and it's easy to find good books had a great price. The children's section was also wonderful and my kids found so many hidden gems. A lot of hardcover books they found were at a used book price, but looked totally new to me. I thought the selection for adult and kids books and the friendliness of the staff were way better than at the bookstore downtown, so I'm glad we made the walk over.

I come to this bookstore every trip I make to Bend. It's my favorite! I love the environment and…read morebrowsing through all the books!

Bookstores exert an almost magnetic pull on me and there are times when I lose all sense of time…read moreand can be lost for hours browsing the shelves. My favorites are the small town bookstores with a staff that isn't shy about making suggestions. This store is located on the main street in Sisters and has a solid collection of used and rare books and maps. They scored major points because not only was the staff helpful, they had a used paperback I've been trying to purchase for FIVE years. Thank goodness that search is finally over.

Not all books stores are made the same. Lonesome Water Books is number two on my list of all time…read morefavorites. It's not big, it's not grand. It doesn't take three days to go through, but the quality of used books here is great. The place is just so neat, so clean so well organized that you can't go wrong. The quality of the used books is also top notch. They appear to buy only the best so they can offer the best. I also must say that the prices are not what you would expect from that type of quality. They are very comparable to the other used bookstores that I have reviewed and I have never put a book back on the shelf because I thought it was too high priced. The staff here is 10 stars and very helpful. The most helpful I have met at any bookstore ever. Lonesome carries a great amount of antique and collectible books also, for the really deep treasure hunter. I enjoy stopping here every time I travel through Sisters Oregon. Check it out if you're in the area. I have few words to say about Lonesome Water Books. The store really speaks for it's self. 5 stars across the board on this one! Awesome store!

Every time we visit Sisters, we have to visit Paulina Springs Books at least once or twice. Since…read moreour last visit, it looks like they either expanded or repurposed part of the store. There's now a huge space with tables, chairs, and games. It's an open invitation to the community to come in, relax, and have a little fun. Another thing I love about this bookstore is that staff members handwrite notes about books they enjoy and attach them to the books. It's a thoughtful touch that helps connect the right readers with the right books. Near the checkout, I also noticed a sign reminding dog owners about the dangers of hot asphalt. It's a simple reminder, but it speaks to the community-minded spirit that seems to be woven throughout the store. Will we be back? Of course. A trip to Sisters isn't complete without a visit to this community bookstore. If you found this review helpful, give it a like so it can help others discover one of Sisters' true gems.

We stopped in while window shopping in Sisters, and found that this is a really cute little…read morebookstore! They've got sections of every category, like children's, young adult, etc. with the genres clearly labeled. I liked how they had everything organized. They had a section of used books as well, and a small children's play area. In addition to books, they sell board games and playing cards. We bought a deck of cards and a small book for my daughter.

This was a cool little bookstore that came highly recommended by a friend that lives in the area…read more I had been anticipating the release of a book so while in town I drove up to this location. It has a great little coffee shop with bake goods they brought in from a local bakery. I found the book I wanted, an iced tea, and a cookie and I was all set. The proprietor asked me about my selection and we talked a bit about it. All in all a great experience and I will definitely be back again.

Beautiful bookstore with a great selection of new releases and a nice coffee bar. I loved the…read morecreative way they decorated their counters with remainder materials. I purchased some books and a cribbage board. A few days later I noticed the cribbage had the wrong number of points! I returned to the store and was pleasantly impressed with the return service I received store credit on a gift card. Easy parking for Bend area and I will definitely return.

Great little shop in the heart of Bend. Fun staff/team who are always friendly and helpful…read more The store is small and packed, lots to look at, touch and explore. Good standard pricing but the real treasure is the 1/2 price table, you can find some great gems there and who doesn't want to save money?

Great book store / comics. Has a wide variety of items. Definitely worth stopping by. Seemed…read moresuper friendly too.

On a previous trip to Bend, I had noticed this spot (closed at the time) next door and in the same…read morebasement as The Cellar by Porter Brewing. On this trip one afternoon, I decided to stop in when it was open and loved my experience here. It's an eclectic used book and art store. The cashier was immediately welcoming and shared that local high school students are mainly the artists on display, with all manner of things for sale. The main draw here is used books, arranged by topic, but there's artwork and antiques mixed in everywhere. I bought a few charms and some junk journaling style post cards. It's one of those places you don't really know what you want to buy until something speaks to you. Prices are reasonable, you can tell this is more of a passion shop. If you're in Bend and looking for local fun shops, this one should be on your list.

Justin curates and maintains Central Oregon's most unique and affordable selection of used,…read moreantiquarian and esoteric volumes and books and local art

Nice and new! Good selection, the usual B & N we've come to expect. Cashier was super nice and you…read morecan tell she likes her job.

I came in to gave a coffee and read a little. I went to the counter to order. This young woman saw…read moreme and was passing a drink to another lady. No problem. Then they began chatting and another woman started taking. I waited and waited, and then I sat down to read. She saw me waiting at the counter and ignored me. That's so rude