We found this place due to looking for independent bookstores when we travel. This one is tucked…read moreaway in a nice little spot. Parking is pretty good. It is not super big but it makes great use of the space it has tons of pre loved books, stickers, various gifts, oracle and Tarot cards, witches candles and so much more. SHANA SAYS: Super cute atmosphere, fun organizing of the books like pre loved, and lots of cute gift items. Plus a cat with its own hours! Kathy was super friendly and helpful. Made the whole experience better and is a genuine person. They do have a game room and a snack bar with free water as well as a keuring and snacks for sale. The bathroom is for everyone and they are very welcoming. Of course as an independent bookstore they have a wide variety of titles with some new books thrown in. They do mystery sells and bundles where you get a vague description of a book that is covered up and you take a chance. It should go without saying but as you are supporting local businesses the prices are a little higher the HPB or Amazon but it means more here and you should buy local when you can. I highly recommend this place. They even have a section where if you spend $50 you get to choose a free gift from books to sunglasses to other items. Go in, say hi to Kathy and The Cat!

What a wonderfully weird place! I was looking for a local bookstore that was close to my hotel and…read morewould let me explore a little. The Book Burrow did the trick! I will start with the "downsides" (as few as they are). This place is pretty small. Like smaller than I thought. Because of this, its not the greatest place for browsing. They had some "witch" stuff which was interesting, but I was looking for a book. Also, most of the books are used which isn't terrible, but not exactly clear. As for the positives, this place is a true small business so you really get the personal touch when it comes to service. I also picked this place because it did a "blind book" service where they will pick out a book or two for you based on your description. A bunch of bookstores do this, but the Book Burrow understood the assignment exactly. They got me THREE books and all of them were PERFECT. I was surprised how they found my vibe and found me unique books! They also wrapped it in a beautiful paper and addressed it to me! It was like a little birthday gift to myself! As you can tell, I was very floored by the selections. This is the small business of small businesses so I am so HAPPY that I was able to stop by! While the place is small and their selection is in flux, I really appreciated the personal touch from the staff at The Book Burrow.

This is a great bookstore in the heart of Austin. Great selection of books and I really like how…read morethey have little summaries with the staff picks on them. The staff is very friendly and helpful with recomendations as well. Price was competitive as well. It's a nice place to spend some time and browse their books. They have a great kids section as well so we always end up leaving with a bunch of new books.

Local bookstore in Austin where I attended an author event…read more Highlights: - Nice staff - 2 floors of books and very large space - Set up area upstairs with some chairs for the authors to speak Lowlights: - Bit older and worn

On June 20, 2026, a beloved north Austin bookstore will cease operations as a brick-and-mortar…read moreshop. Their online presence will continue during the transitionary period. Black Pearl Books, one of Austin's few Black-owned independent bookstores, is closing this chapter of their physical operations. Husband-and-wife owners Eric and Katrina Brooks stated that this move comes as they "rethink life as empty nesters." I got an opportunity to chat with the couple. Eric said their daughter, Alicia, will be going off to college. He said they still continue to do pop ups with community partners like ACC Highland campus and the Austin Public Library. The owners will work toward their future plans and continue to host authors through the fall. The closing celebration on Saturday will include live illustrations, henna, matcha, and a live reading and book signing. Importantly, the City of Austin has designated June 20, 2026, as Black Pearl Books Day. This bookstore has been a beacon of light in the Austin community and will be sorely missed! For me, it is a bigger issue...we see more and more smaller businesses closing especially over the last few years. Big box national book sellers seemingly are expanding. While Black Pearl Books owners are closing their brick-and-mortar shop, I am excited for the new opportunities that await them. We say so long for now...not goodbye!

Now that they're about to close, I decide to write my review. Well, it's another one that has been…read moresitting for SO LONG as a pending draft, I may as well get to it. Though they are closing the brick & mortar, the owners say they aren't going anywhere and this makes me happy. I am hoping this means we will continue to see them involved in all things books, social justice, and more. This is a place I started going to when I first started coming to Austin on twice-yearly visits (prior to relocation here). For several years in fact. It is one the best places to obtain banned books. The collection is impressive and IMPORTANT. Though it is a small shop, they have EVERYTHING. If they don't they get it for you. They go above and beyond! I write this as if they are still in existence and that's because as I write this, they are. While there is still time, get out and support this local, Black-owned, glorious bookstore! When they're gone and doing other things, continue to support them. We need MORE people and MORE places like this. Period. They walk the walk and talk the talk! A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Food very good Fun atmosphere staff very friendly and…read more helpful Cute shop Great small business worth supporting

My friend and I literally just came here to use there bathroom after driving a long while (which…read morewas spacious and clean by the wa), but this place was soo cute! Bookstore, coffeeshop, and gift shop all in one. In what looks like a refurbished home. Every room was uniquely designed. I loved the the wallpaper in the coffeeshop room. Great store to peruse for treating yourself or for gift giving. And a bookstore with a pretty good size collection and categoriesfor it not to be a library or chain store. I was pleasantly surprised to see a black history month display of book, how inclusive. They also had a kids corner area. And there was what looked like a book club group chit chatting in the back. Lots of little nooks and space both inside and out. If I lived in this town I could easily see myself making this one of my fav places.

Yummy the combo is amazing and the 3 Berry shake with fries ‍ better…read moreAll I have to say is mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm And when my shake fell on the floor they were so nice about it and said it was ok

The two ladies that worked here (or maybe the owners) were lovely. Reading the previous reviews,…read moreyes one followed me around but she was just letting me know things I might like and the ones that are on sale. I'm Asian and I didn't feel discriminated at all. If you need gifts for adults and kids, you should definitely check it out.

This place has it all for horror literature fans like me!…read more They have an incredibly unique and curated collection of books, including indie books and lesser known titles that set this place apart from mainstream book sellers. As others have noted, they are a publisher as well and sell their titles too. I could have spent hours and all my cash in this place in one visit. Will be back again soon!

Love the vibes of this bookstore! Picked up a few books. Nice staff :) good place to pick up some…read morehorror novels

Walked by this place and decided to check it out. They have new and used books and Other…read moremerchandise as well. I ended up leaving with four books.

I've always liked the Half Price Books chain even though they seem to be dwindling in some areas…read more Some might consider them an underdog compared to bigger box book stores. But, you know what? I'd rather support the underdog. They've got used & new books, music on various formats, movies on various formats, magazines, kids books, and gifts. They (still) buy & sell. Not much has changed with their business platform and I like it. This location has a lot of offerings & everything is well-organized. Whether you want a banned book, a book on queer history, a cookbook, or a romance novel, they've got something for everyone. Clean store. Friendly staff.

Ordered a book 5 days ago for Christmas for my daughter. Just this evening I received a…read morecancellation notice on my order with no other communication. I assume they advertised a book they didn't have in stock but now I have to scramble to find another.

So awesome to have an Independent bookstore locally in Buda. Great selection of kids and young…read moreadult books along with fun games and gifts. The best thing is the staff suggestions if you need a quick gift for birthday presents. I bought all my Toys for Tots gifts there this weekend with the help of the staff and a great small business Saturday discount. Amazing value for all the gifts I was able to get. Picking out things for all ages, boys & girls was so fun.