White Oak Books was a surprise. Stepping in, it was way bigger than I thought it would be. The…read moreselection was fantastic! We roamed the isles, and I found a few books that were on my reading list. One was an employee pick, so I think they have good taste in reading materials! Great book selection, very helpful staff!

My favorite new book store with great selections, perfect ambience. Great card section, and…read moreinvolved staff. It's wonderful to have a local, independent bookstore with easy parking and fair pricing. I'll come back again and again.

Great used book store. Huge selection of books in all genres. I grabbed a few but because I was…read moreflying couldn't buy all I wanted. Will definitely come back next time I'm in the area. Was sad, I didn't see the cat.

Vintage Books has been a haunt of mine for decades. As a teenager three decades ago, I used to…read morefrequently buy and sell fantasy, sci-fi and RPG books, cycling through new D&D campaign material as needed. Prices were always excellent, the selection surprisingly robust, and the staff friendly and helpful, if a bit timid. Happily, not much has changed in the last thirty years, and this is one of the few instances where I would say that is absolutely a good thing. In the age of Amazon, eReaders, audiobooks, and every other conceivable method of circumventing the written (and more importantly, *printed*) word, it's almost shocking that little backend bookstores like this are able to survive...but I am thankful that they have.

Debbie and Paul and the whole Copper Bell crew have really created something special in Ridgefield…read more The vibe of the store is impeccable with soft colors and wood tones where the books are the highlight. I almost always find what I'm looking for, and if it's not in stock they make ordering it so easy! What makes it extra special is the community they've built through their events like book club, book chat, and events with other local businesses (partnerships with Bethany Vineyards and Eight Cow Creamery for starters).

Coming in you can tell this shop has a great vibe. They may not be massive, but they have a very…read morebroad range of books to pick from. We went in and everyone in the family was able to find something fun to read. The music selection is fantastic and the chairs are very comfy. Grab a coffee, come on in, and browse! You'll be glad you did!

Best bookstore in downtown Vancouver! Located beneath Ronald Records, Birdhouse Books has a…read morecreative and cozy vibe with an impressive selection of used books at a reasonable price.

Book store is downstairs from the boba shop on the street (separate doors). Quaint, quiet, big…read moreselection. I purchased two books the total was $17 so great value as each book was priced at over $20 when bought new!

cozy environment to study/work and enjoy a cup of joe in the process. I appreciate their wide range…read moreof books and items in general. They've got good discounts and fair pricing imo. The workers that interacted with me were very attentive and helpful.

Standard Barnes and Noble experience. The store was sadly quite empty. My Starbucks coffee there…read morewas standard Starbucks, no complaints. They still let you read magazines which is pretty great.

I've been looking at this place for a while and finally decided to go on a side quest! When I…read morewalked in I was immediately in awe with how many books there were and how the sections were neatly labelled. The owner was so kind and I felt so welcomed when I walked in. The pricing is pretty reasonable, not as great as some used book stores I've been to, but I understand you gotta pay that overhead! Overall this place was great and I'm already planning my next trip :)

Updated - It's been several years since my last visit and review of this story.....boy has it…read morechanged!!! Heather has been the owner of Literary Leftovers for three years now....and her store looks awesome!!! Clean, organized, a small sitting area, coffee and hot chocolate for sale.....this is a great way to spend an afternoon!! The books are very reasonably priced, and you can see she takes care what she brings in....I saw no books that were damaged or overly worn. Lastly, if you bring in books to donate the store, she offers a discount on whatever you purchase that day! A nice win-win!

Coming from what most would consider a non-reader type of person :), I can tell you that you should…read morestill make your way here. If nothing more than to experience the history of Powell's or if you're searching from some sort of obscure book in physical form. This place has all things a book bug would love to dig through. Aisles and aisles of novels, graphic and otherwise provide for endless amount of time looking over their inventory if you so desire. Personally, I also like looking through what I'd call their impulse buys. Stickers, clothing, tote bags and other assorted "gifts". They have a ton of stuff to choose from and all unique and not mass produced. So take some time while visiting or otherwise and stroll through this piece of history and celebrate its independence!

A bibliophile's dream and worst nightmare. Containing over four stories of books, Powell's City of…read moreBooks is not a corporation, but a self standing business. They have used and new books for sale at an exceptional price. They have stationary, puzzles, games, and cute accessories for your bibliophile in your life. We visited to purchase books for my bookshelf, as I am finishing my first book while we are on vacation. I found the second volume of a used edition book for 7 dollars off the full price. I also found a used edition of a book I've been searching for in California! Could I have bought it online? Yes, but I enjoy using my time to support mom and pop book shops instead. Each floor of books is categorized and labeled, so you know where you're headed. For example, one room is called the "gold room" had all the manga and romance books. Dependent on what you're looking for in genre, they've got it! If you are looking for a specific book, they have kiosks on every floor for you to type and look for your book. We used their computer, and our book was labeled by aisle and directed into the blue room. We bought two books, magnets, a patch, and a tote. It is a wonderful store and absolutely matched my expectations. We spent a great time walking through each room and checking out what they had to offer. Truly a magnificent collection of books!

This Kinokuniya is the best option for Japanese stationary products in greater Portland. There's…read moreanother much smaller one embedded in the Uwajimaya Asian Market in Beaverton. My Son led me here last weekend when I was in town. There was lots of notebooks, pens, and other stuff to consider, and having a Kinokuniya membership (10% off) was a bonus. David was more interested in the manga books, and we were happy browsing in our own little corners. We both happily came away with a small collection of treasures and a promise to return. There were lots of folks here, making the aisles a little tight. But checkout moved quickly and efficiently.

Kinokuniya is such a cool bookstore and honestly the perfect place for me. I was able to find manga…read morebooks my partner had been looking for to complete his collection, which made the trip totally worth it. They have an amazing selection, especially if you're into manga, Japanese stationery, and unique books you don't always see elsewhere. The store itself is fun to walk through and browse -- even if you're not looking for something specific, you'll probably leave with something. Everything is well-organized, and it's just a really enjoyable space to spend time in. Great spot for gifts, collectors, or anyone who loves books and wants something a little different. Definitely recommend checking it out.

I recently visited Portland with some friends. I spent the requisite half-a-day in Powell's my…read morefirst full day in the city but I was a bit disappointed in their theology section. As I planned out my Portland trip I had determined to go to Windows Bookseller and my visit to this bookstore exceeded my expectations. As I understand it, this cozy location is smaller than the Eugene location, but it still has an amazing array of books available, prompting many Solomonic decisions about which books to buy and which ones to leave behind. A few minutes after I arrived and started browsing, I heard Adam recommending Walker Percy to another customer. I knew then that this was a place with good taste in theology books (browsing the literature shelf I noticed a lot of the usual suspects among the "Books & Culture" crowd, including Wendell Berry, Marilynne Robinson, and my favourite, Alice McDermott). There are a lot of theology, biblical studies, philosophy, and history books available at very good prices. Names that leapt out from the shelves included Marva Dawn, Stanley Hauerwas, and Walter Brueggemann. Many of the hardcovers I purchased had laminated covers which I always appreciate. The staff were very friendly and helpful and I left with a box full of books. The next time I visit Portland I am definitely going to prioritize visiting Windows Booksellers again.

Very good out of the way bookstore, excellent selection and an incredibly friendly staff, i make it…read morea priority to go here once a week