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    Brick Road Books

    3.4 (16 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Great old book store!
    John E.

    In 14 years of writing Yelp reviews I have never had to give so much thought to what I want to write about a business. One moment I want to give it one star, well, maybe three, but maybe two? What I don't want to do is trash this place unnecessarily. But maybe I do? See, it's complicated. When you walk in the door it is like a sea of books, in boxes, on display, stacked everywhere, on shelves, on tables. On the surface you think, 'Wow! Look at all the books!", looking around you realize that even though some of it is categorized, a nearly equal amount is not. These are the books in stacks on tables and in file boxes. We browsed along the clutter, even found a few books we were interested in. All the while this guy was working in the bookstore, barely taking note of our existence, which was okay. We finally approached him and asked about buying the small books we picked out. That is where things went a little sideways. The owner could not tell what the prices were as he moved to find a pricing sheet. He mentioned something about the age of the book, and spent a fair amount of time looking over the books to get an idea of their age. He said all prices were negotiable, and kept talking about age, some kind of universal pricing guide, and whatnot. All the while he is wearing a lanyard with a Venmo QR code, tells us he takes cash, checks and Venmo only. Another couple was in the store and asked a question while we were trying to check out and his full attention went to them, for over four minutes. Finally he turned back and fiddled with a calculator and came up with some prices that seemed too high for what we picked out. We know a few things about books too. It was just getting too surreal, we politely declined to purchase from him and made a quick exit. It really was a shame, the store is packed some great finds, it is a great place to paw through the shear volume of books. The problem lies in dealing with the owner, and his pricing methods.

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    8 months ago

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    6 years ago

    It's a good bookstore nice variety, the manager was really friendly. He was a very talkative guy, seemed to care a lot about his business.

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    5 years ago

    They have an extensive collection of books you can't find in other bookstores. Plus there was a cute dog!

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    6 years ago

    Quirky, independently owned bookstore. It was a fun experience and I felt good supporting them with a purchase.

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    9 years ago

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    Encore Books

    Encore Books

    4.3
    (15 reviews)
    27.5 mi
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    What a great local business…read more -Great selection -Amazing costumer service -Great place to find your next great read (or trade in your last) -I love the smell and feel of a real book and this place has a crazy large selection - Nice selection and the variety on offer let me leave store with something for not just myself, but my daughter -reminds me of when Id get a coffee and walk around Barns-N-Noble hunting for my next Great read -The owner helped me track down a cupple of older out of print books.

    Where some bookstores feel like you wandered into someone's basement - eclectic, dusty, and a bit…read moredisorganized - walking into Encore Books feels more like a library: clean, orderly, and well-stocked. It doesn't take long to figure out where things go in Encore Books. Pocket-sized paperbacks fill the shelves in the middle of the store, while larger paperbacks and hardcovers are placed around the edges. Sections are clearly defined and well-alphabetized, making it easy to see if they have something you're looking for. If you're having trouble finding something, the staff I spoke to was friendly and helpful - they'll set you right with a smile. With both used and new books on the shelves, the prices are quite reasonable. Their "blind date with a book" feature is a fun addition and a great way to encourage trying new books. While I often prefer a bookstore that encourages exploration and comes with a little mystery, a place like Encore Books is perfect when you're looking for that one book you can't seem to find anywhere else. They care about what they're doing, and it shows.

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    CWU Wildcat Shop

    CWU Wildcat Shop

    4.3
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    0.8 mi

    I have visited CWU several times now and each time my future Wildcat has wanted to peruse the…read moreWildcat Shop. What self-respecting future Wildcat would not want to have the proper CWU clothing and accessories? What continues to impress me every time is the amazing employees of the shop. I don't think I ever saw the same person twice in my visits. Every time was the same, friendly, professional, helpful and attentive without being annoying. Somethings about sending my only kid 250 miles away to study are worrying. One thing I know, he will never have a problem finding what he needs at the Wildcat Shop.

    The customer service at this store is exceptional! Every employee in this store offers a welcoming…read moredemeanor. They not only greet you as soon as you enter the building but continue to ask you if you need assistance throughout your shopping experience. The new textbook system has greatly improved speed and accuracy for students during busy seasons. I highly recommend utilizing online ordering during busy times like textbook season so that you can skip the long line and pick up your textbooks quickly and easily. Any time I've had any issues at the store, the online ordering department has offered me exceptional service. They are always kind and very helpful! Also, I love receiving daily emails about current deals and flash sales! Thank you for all you do at the wildcat shop!

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