For a fun indoor family date on a sweltering day straight out of Hades, this Barnes and Noble…read moredelivers all the fun! Arctic AC, delish eats and drinks, books, games, and more fun Nick-nacks to explore. I can't guarantee asl cheap date, but always well worth a visit.

Great selection of books and magazines, wished they kept their cds and dvd selection . Employees…read moreare friendly and helpful. I don't have them order books for me anymore due to a issue I had with them. I prefer to order it myself if I have too. Books range in prices but. They do have a nice selection on sale/ value books.

Massive mega-space for books, a terrific restaurant, the Bronte (after the writers? Likely!) and…read morelots of gift shop items of local interest. It feels like being in MACY's or some such store, only its focus is on books and the arts. The emphasis is on new, modern books vs used and classics, but they have a huge selection in many categories and even a massive magazine section. An absolutely lovely bookstore.

The bi-annual VIP event was held last night. Instead of the usual strolling wait staff with trays…read moreof bites, there was a buffet of food inside Bronte's Bistro in front of a roaring fire A nice array of selections. The quiche was especially good as well as the shrimp tacos. The cookies were, oh my, delicious. A small musical combo played soft music. Lots of sales and specials on books. A very nice event. 57

This is a cool and big used bookstore. There are some special editions and they do book binding…read moreand repair. There is a basement and then several floors to spend time checking out books. The service was really nice. There are a lot of older books and not as many newer books. I did think that the sections were well organized and alphabetized so it made it easier to search through. The prices were good as well. It's a nice place to come and browse and look for a hidden gem of a read.

I don't even know how to begin to describe this store. So many floors I believe five? For a book…read morelover it's like visiting the Mecca of Midwest bookstores. Owners are fantastic people and so knowledgeable about various genres of literature. Warning: Make sure you're not gonna be doing any other shopping after you stop in here because you're gonna walk out with plenty of books!

Kentucky Monthly magazine is a quality publication that I always look forward to reading. Each…read moreissue, near the cover page, includes a map of Kentucky with the counties featured in that monthly issue shaded. It is well balanced with a variety of topics of interest to most Kentuckians. Regular departments include Kentucky Kwiz, Across Kentucky, Curiosities, Cooking, Explore 120 Eats (A Quest to Taste Kentucky's Best), People, Off the Shelf, Field Notes, and Calendar. Of course all magazines contain advertising but the ads you'll find in Kentucky Monthly are all Kentucky related and blend with the contents of the magazine. I always find something of interest to read in the magazine. Even if I didn't the Guide to Kentucky's most interesting events at the end of the magazine provides a valuable tool for planning extra activities. It is not only broken down by dates it is also listed by regions (Bluegrass, Louisville, Northern, Western, and Southern). I've read the November Issue but now I'm outlining activities I don't want to miss in November.

I am a subscriber to Kentucky Monthly. Of all the printed material I get in my mailbox each month,…read moreKentucky Monthly is the only publication I read page for page. It is informative, it is colorful, it provides a historical perspective for all things Kentucky. I have taken trips to visit sites they recommend, I have cooked food from recipes they print, and I have enjoyed the historical articles about Kentucky and it's sometimes eccentric denizens. If I ever leave Kentucky, and I hope to never do so, my Kentucky Monthly subscription will stay with me.

Absolutely fantastic eclectic gift shop. Should be able to find something for anybody (including…read moreyourself) in here in the vast mix of items they have. Everything was well organized, reasonably priced, and just so much fun. The selection is honeslty a bit difficult to describe but truly contained such a variety of items, from specialty origami papers to fun matchboxes, decor, and various trinkets. One thing that stood out though was their incredible boom selection. The staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend and would likely return, not only for gifts but to get myself a few items.

Sqecial Media is a popular store located right off U.K. campus. They have so many cool things:…read morebooks, jewelry, incense, coffee mugs, cards, tapestries, candles, etc. Due to COVID, they have extensive guidelines. First, you must call to set up an appointment to shop. The store is small so they only allow a certain amount of people inside. They have different hours as well. Upon entering, they require a face mask and hand sanitizer before browsing the store. The location is literally right off campus. Parking can be annoying in this area. There is street parking in front or a small parking lot behind the store. Keep this in mind when visiting. There are a couple of other businesses located in the same building: a Korean restaurant (delicious) and a music store downstairs. If you're looking for a fun and unique store, definitely visit!

Record Store Day brought me to Half Price Books this past weekend, mainly because it coincided with…read moreselling all the books/games/music I Spring-cleaned/decluttered out of our house. We really lucked out as I found multiple records in my wish list, and my punk-rock teen found some rare finds with Green Day and Panic at the Disco (both of those were higher priced than I would have liked). I love the staff here - they are all quirky, friendly, and always willing to help you find something. Great trip this week!

Terrible Place to Sell Books - Avoid!…read more If you're thinking about selling books to Half Price Books, DON'T waste your time! They offer insultingly low payouts, no matter the quality or value of your books. I recently brought in several thick, high-quality books and was given barely anything for them. The pricing process is completely opaque, with no explanation of how they determine value. To make things worse, customer service is awful. The employees seem uninterested and dismissive, acting as if they're doing you a favor by taking your books off your hands. There's no negotiation, no respect for sellers, and no reason to bring your books here unless you want to be ripped off. Save yourself the frustration--sell elsewhere or donate your books to people who will actually appreciate them!