This was my first time visiting this lovely store. We loved…read morethe layout, cleanliness, and decorative little touches. There is a darling children's section with two child size recliners! We met the real De De (Deborah) and she is very sweet and helpful. I'm so glad to see this book store survived the larger book stores. D actually started at a Books A Million. Buy sell or trade options available!

DeDe is so kind and friendly. I love the variety of books and spending time looking through all the…read moreshelves to see what I can find each visit. I also love the trade in program!

Fantastic bookshop that's been in Homewood for forever! I strolled in to get a couple of last…read moreminute Christmas gifts, they have a ton of great stuff! One thing that struck me as amazing was the membership you can get! It's $10/mo or $99/yr and you get 40% off all of their bestselling books (rotates weekly), 20% off everything else, and free drip coffee! If you're a big book buyer, that is soooo worth it! Or if you just love visiting coffee shops, the coffee would be worth it! They have several little tables and chairs around where you can perch to do some work. I just love how local everything is in here. Some art gifts, coffee table books, non-fiction, etc. They have a great website, too!

The Little Professor Bookshop continues to be one of the best places for me to decompress. I…read morerecently asked MK for assistance in finding a book or books to read regarding dementia and sundowners syndrome. Thank goodness, MK quickly recommended two books and I'm currently reading the first with great interest. If you're new to the area, or in Birmingham for business travel, please stop by the Little Professor Bookshop - you won't be disappointed. Also, there's plenty of free parking and fun places to eat in Homewood where the bookshop is located.

The staff greeted me as soon as I entered the store. The guy working had on a cape! That was funny…read moreto see. I really like how organized and well stocked this BAM location is. I browsed a bit and told myself that I would be back to purchase a journal and some faith based books. I was really impressed with their inventory! The prices are pretty comparable to most bookstore prices I've seen.

I ordered an XMas present from Books-A-Million. It was listed as in-stock, would arrive before…read moreXMas. Just yesterday I was informed that the item was not available and that the order would not be fulfilled. Now I have tons of spam mail from this company. I'm fairly confident that they will list things that are out of stock as being available in order to build up their contact list. Unfortunately in addition to all of the new email spam I now have to scramble to get my 5 year old a present. Thanks a-0 books-a-million, what a garbage company.

The cutest book store tucked inside of a strip mall. I've passed by so many times and never thought…read moreto pop in. Found them on IG where they showcase writers and book clubs. Lots of great picks to find your next read. I grabbed a new book and loved pursuing the shelves. Will be coming back!!

[Out-of-Towner Review]…read more The name had me swooning before I even arrived. This independent bookstore is nestled in a non-descript shopping center with a variety of restaurants and shops. As I pulled into the parking lot, I didn't have many expectations. However, when I walked through the door, I was quickly proven incorrect! TYB is a cute, quaint bookstore that is filled with a great amount of books by genre and for a variety of readers. The staffer that was there was extremely helpful and happy to share some ideas for the book for me to purchase. I was in need of a book for my work travel, since I'd accidentally read my book too fast and did not bring up a backup book (rookie mistake). I perused the romance section, new releases, sale section, staff picks, and every nook and cranny of the bookstore. I finally settled on a new release, which was actually a signed copy -- bonus for me! I also snagged a really cute book for me (soon to be) nephew, as I've been building out his library as I've been building out mine with my independent book store visits! Overall, this is a great store for Birmingham, as they don't have a huge local bookstore options. If I'm back in the area, I'll definitely stop by and grab a book...or three! Exactly what you'd want out of a local, quaint independent bookstore.

It had all the books that I needed, which is hard considering I have a lot of different opinions…read more When I didn't know or something, was somebody always came to me and helped me find whatever it was. Plus, the prices of the books were pretty cheap.

This store sits in one of the last remaining "MALLS" in Birmingham, AL and in what USE TO BE the…read moremost prestigious shopping area/location. With that said, THE STORE appears to be FAIRLY CLEAN but the RESTROOMS are ABSOLUTELY and I mean POSITIVELY DISGUSTING! Please please don't allow your love ones to use these facilities... stop on the side of the road and use a bag or bucket so you won't risk the contamination. You're Welcome

5+ if I could, I only wish I lived closer to Jim Reed Books, they have a fantastic collection of…read morebooks, and I have been able to find some authors that are difficult to find in the U.S. even on Amazon. Mr. Reed is a fantastic resource for books and movies, he recommended a movie from an author I was looking for, I watched the whole movie straight through, the next time I was in he had a couple novels by that author. Highly recommended...

Love! I was transported to a land far far away upon entering! I'm a lover of all things book…read morerelated and finding new book stores is definitely my favorite! This book store is jammed packed with books, collectibles, nostalgia, and love tucked away in ever corner! There were books I read as a child that brought back many great memories when I saw them. The owner is such a lovely guy and very helpful! I could have spent a whole day and too much money lol because when it comes to books I have no self control. I was able to escape with spending only a little over $100 on some great books. Will definitely return!

I was eating at a nearby restaurant and saw that this place was still open so I decided to drive…read moreacross the street to get me half a dozen breakup cookies. If you haven't had one before you definitely need to get some. It's the chocolate chip cookies, but they're salted. It gives them a different flavor. You can go inside and get something to go or eat it there because they do have tables for people to sit at. We came here on Mother's Day around 5 PM on a Sunday and it wasn't really busy. I will definitely be back.

Updating my review from six years ago (teary eyed face). I have so many good memories from hanging…read moreout with my friends here in high school. This was the spot we would all come to to do homework. It's still got that same warmth and charm. I came in on a Wednesday morning to sit and do some work. I ordered a cappuccino, bran muffin, and a breakup cookie to take home. The cappuccino is just as expected. Served at the perfect temp, great flavor. The bran muffin, which was my attempt to be healthy, was really a delicious stand-out. I would definitely get that again. And, of course, the breakup cookies are some of the best cookies in town. They bake all of the baked goods in-house, I believe, which gets a round of applause from me. A lot of the recipes are still the same ones I remember from 7 years ago. One thing I noticed that's even BETTER than I remember was the books and gift selection. A lot of the books caught my eye. It's a great curation of fiction, non, memoirs, birding books, children's, etc. They also carry the Village Apothecary candles, which are made locally and have some packaging I really love. Church Street is one of the Birmingham staples. I hope they're open for a million more years. They do what they do exceptionally well.

Such a wonderful place! There is so much yarn to choose from, including a lovely batch of locally…read moremade and colored skeins. I picked up some Harp and Dragon and can't wait to find the perfect project to use it for! It's a place you can go and hang out and do some crocheting or knitting, have a cup of tea, and simply relax with good company. I was only there briefly with my husband, but I'm already excited to go back and spend more time. It is a wonderful local place that adds even more charm to the small area. One day (sooner than later!) I want to return for an extended visit and get to know it better. The service is warm and attentive, and the quality for the value is on point.

Great selection of natural fiber yarns including seasonal weights, sock weights, and small project…read morepackages. Pat has recently added novelty knitting aids such as quirky stitch markers. Too much good stuff to list here. I purchased a summer weight yarn to knit a summer tank top. A free pattern is available and Pat's expert tips have given me a good start. Also purchased some yummy Marsala Chai- the tea selection is phenomenal. Stop in and buy a cuppa' of fresh brew!

If you love getting lost in a good browse, 2nd & Charles is such a fun spot to spend an afternoon…read more It's like a treasure hunt every time you walk in--books, vinyl, games, and random gems you didn't even know you needed. The vibe is super chill, and the staff has always been friendly and helpful when I've had questions or needed recommendations. If you're into books, music, or just a little retail therapy with personality, this is definitely a spot worth visiting. Just be prepared... you probably won't leave empty-handed!

The service was very family friendly. The selection was a wide variety, of books'. The value was so…read moreworth it. I will go back again.