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    3.1 (89 reviews)
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    Nicole M.

    Such a great local bookstore. It has a great selection of books especially for babies and kids, but also has cookbooks and NY Times Bestsellers. This is also the place to be for celebrity book signings, so many cool authors and events. I'm not sure how it is now but pre-Covid there were also packed and a little chaotic and unorganized, hope it's gotten a little more structured but can't beat meeting some of these authors in person. Key is to sign up for their newsletter, sign up early and get there early if you can!

    Jen W.

    I came to Ridgewood for the Post office, but passed by this bookstore and had to go in. The front window looked cozy. Turns out they get some pretty big names at their book signings. Katherine Schwarzenneger Pratt caught my eye with her kids book called "Good Night Sister". Customer service was friendly & helpful. I had asked how best to sign up for an event and was told how and that signings fill up online so best to book in advance. I wandered around for a bit and saw plenty of variety, new releases, gift options. Im planning to come back for a signing one day soon. Happy to have chanced upon Bookends!

    Ange C.

    Last Monday, I had such a blast to meet getting a chance to meet Jackie Chan, in the flesh! The best way, I think, to make sure you get a book is to pre order online. I pre ordered, went to the counter, showed my receipt, got a wristband and was shown downstairs. They were kind and opened doors early because it was cold outside. I found the process to be orderly and lots of staff on site. Well oiled machine- all friendly!

    Sigal M.

    It's really nice to see a local book store still in business! I love coming here for book signings! I've been to almost all of Mary Higgins Clark's book signings since 2006 (I missed 1 or 2). Celebrities come here for their book signings, as well. The lines get REALLY long for these, so make sure you get there at least 2-3 hours early!

    Daniel B.

    Long live neighborhood bookstores like "Bookends"! The staff is great and when they have book signings, they manage the lines -- which pour out of the building and around the corner -- very professionally. Veer off of Rt 17 and on to Ridgewood Avenue to experience this quaint bookstore and the surrounding center of town. You'll be happy you did!

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    Harry P.

    I have been here many times over the years for book signings. Phil Jackson, Phil Simms, Ralph kiner, Pete rose, AJ Lee, Daniel Bryan, RA Dickey, always cool meeting stars. Other than that it is a cute local bookstore, though nowadays I buy my books on my Kindle lol.

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    Excellent customer service! Hometown family friendly intimate atmosphere! Loved attending the meet and greet book signing!!

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    First time at this place. What a great bookstore very well organized.would highly recommend it to everyone

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    Barnes & Noble

    4.0
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    Clean, large, large sized cafe, friendly service at this newish Barnes and Noble. While I like the…read moreidea of supporting a local business instead of a chain, B&N still feels better than an Amazon. When you walk in, you get a good feeling based on the store layout. There's adequate selection and recommendations throughout, as well as sections to browse in and plenty to catch your eye. The departments aren't super distinguished from each other which likely helps to maximize the number of products displayed. The cafe has quite a bit of seating so it's a good place to hang out. I like to look at BN sale sections but this one was rather limited.

    We finally visited the B&N on Route 17 by Fashion Plaza. My husband and I stopped inside after work…read moretwo weeks ago. We started off walking around together, but split off and got lost walking through the store and checking it all out. The space is massive and has high ceilings. Plus, it's very bright and light inside. All the sections are organized and feature good visual merchandising of new arrivals and/or books on sale. There's a nice cafe area towards the back with ample tables and seating at the back left of the store. Throughout the store, there are also lots of comfortable chairs to sit on if you find interesting reading material that you want to preview or flip through. My husband said it best when he said, "Wow, there's so much to find - you could never get bored here!" I know that we will be back.

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