Large, well set up HPB with an easy access location and ample parking. Lots of variety in all…read moredepartments, and usually a few surprising finds to be had. Staff has always been welcoming and friendly. I can't speak to selling books or the fairness of their offers, been many years since I've brought in books.

Not our usual Half Price, we came here as part of our relaxing weekend…read more There were two authors doing book signings but not a lot of interest while we where there. They have a large selection of books, music, and movies. It is a large place. We found a few books and left, we didn't stay long. Check out was fine, we didn't need any other help.

Cute neighborhood bookshop :)…read more Lots of community events for adults and kids. There's always something for everyone. They carry a lot of book titles and if they don't have it in store, you can order online as well. They also sell notebooks, cards, merch, and lots of knick knacks. Seating inside can be limited but there's lots of outdoor seating too. There's a parking lot across the street if the parking lot next door is full and they also have lots of neighborhood parking. Overall, great place to browse books, stationary, read, and grab a drink!

First light books is everything & more I wanted in a modern bookstore…read more Great selection with staff notes in every genre. Easy to navigate and choose. Additionally there's cards, magazines, stationery, merch, etc. It's bright, relaxing and just a space you want to stay in all day. The outside seating is nice on a cooler day as well. Their cafe serves great coffee & matcha. I love first light and recommended it to everyone.

I think this is probably my favorite bookstore in all of Austin. It's not a large space but it's…read moreroomy and comfortable and the selection is out of this world. It's like having all of the greatest books ever written in the raddest home library on the planet. Having a progressive and subversive place to chill and experience the best of the best when it comes to literature is truly a benison. I could get lost in here for hours. Service is exceptional.

This is one of my favorite bookstores ever. I actually happened upon it when I was going to Sushi…read moreEndo for dinner next door. But every time I came, it was just closing. So I kept having it in my mental bookmark to come whenever I was in the area next. Unfortunately I'm rarely in that area but I happened to be at the Lagers & Literature book fair at Meanwhile Brewing a few months ago and was drawn to this table that had an amazing selection of offerings, of which I purchased a book on Japanese graphic design, and a collection of Palestinian poetry. It wasn't until I was purchasing that I made the connection that this table was Alienated Majesty Books. I have since gone to the bookstore while it was open, and there is such a sense of exploration inside. There were so many things as I was walking around that I was interested or inspired by. On this visit, I was drawn to the coffee table books and indie zines and small presses. It would be hard to ever come here and leave without buying something.

The sweetest girl greeted me upon entering the store. I was looking for some different books, as…read morewell as the usual ones. But mostly different books by new authors with different storylines. I found it here, and it was such a refresher. I mean, the selection of new authors and books was right here in front of me. So I took my time with the different genres. I like how they dedicate areas to this subject and to other types of books. She also told me she can order books that are out of stock, which is great for me. I like to keep one-of-a-kind books on my bookshelves at home. They have so much worth and lessons I like to refer back to. Well, you have to be an author or writer to understand that last sentence. I made myself laugh! I saw an area for authors to speak, and we talked about the monthly events they host. They are an independent bookstore, which is high on my list because you cannot only find the best books, but also new books and authors, but also other items like accessories and more. And it goes back to the events of hearing an author read an excerpt from their book. I always say it's worth the cost and value, which isn't expensive, to experience what the independent bookstores offer.

Book Woman bookstore, a woman-owned and woman-operated independent bookstore, is located on N…read more Lamar in Austin, TX. It is not easy to find. When you get this "arrived" message from GPS and you do not see the place you are looking for, it is unsettling. I called Book Woman and kind voice on the phone told me to go more south. Finally, I found it...score! It is literally tucked away in a small strip mall. First, I notice a beautiful angel painted in many colors on the bookstore's window...warm and welcoming. Next, I entered the store and was immediately asked to put on a mask. Flash back to the heart of Covid days. I have not been asked to wear a mask in any establishment for the last two years, so this was a little off-putting. However, I am rules follower, so I complied. Book Woman was established in 1975 as a feminist collective and the store has spent decades championing diverse voices. It has grown into one of the oldest and most recognized feminist bookstores in the United States, which is pretty cool. It's a small bookstore so it does not take long to peruse the shop. I walked up and down the aisles discovering their genre of books. The selection included women authors, LGBTQ+ literature, social justice topics, and independent publishers. The woman who directed me to the bookstore was the only one in store. She answered my questions and was otherwise busy unpacking boxes of books. In addition to books, Book Woman sells t-shirts, cards, puzzles, journals, soap, and jewelry. These complementary items is a good addition to the books. All items are reasonably priced.

Brought my new custom built pc here. I haven't done a custom build myself in a while but thought…read moreI'd give it a shot and ran into so many issues that I just couldn't figure out. Game Republik was the only place open on a weekday so I brought it here. Local spot that also repairs consoles and hosts gaming tournaments, the owner and PC expert , Chris, wasn't there when I dropped it off which is fine. He got back to me by Monday and kept me updated as to when he started, issues he potentially found, and when he resolved them with pictures for status updates. He worked a lot on my system and even cleaned up my poker cable management all for a fair price. He really know his stuff well and I would definitely bring back items here for any issues.

Fun place...... not a fancy palace or anything..... but very helpful staff. Will go again soon!read more

We came here as our city is being a jerk and closing this down. I know some of that is that our…read moreolder generation didn't want any new taxes on anything as they are selfish and don't want to pay taxes on the 3 houses they own or whatever. Still it sucks to see this going away. We came in, bought some books and browed a bit. They place had a fair amount of people, still quite a few books, music, and movies. I couldn't find much I was intersteied in but Shana did and even found me a book or two. The bathroom is weird, it is around a corner that looks like you are not allowed to go to and there is a key on a hanger that you take in with you, you don't need to unlock the door and I am not sure it even locks. If the key is missing that is how you know the bathroom has someone in it, there is a small hook on the inside to hang the key while you are in the restroom. So you have to hope people notice it is gone and you have to hope everyone puts the key back. But they are clean and they have a sign in the bathroom that the front desk can supply you with pads if needed. The one misstep here was the guy running the front desk, he was not super friendly, I heard his reaction to a lady gushing about how great the place was and how many books she found for such a good price, some were gifts and he could care less. He wasn't rude but he was doing that thing where you just nod and say uh huh. I also heard him later say he was from another branch of the library, I don't know which but I hope we don't run into him again. We got something like 7 or 8 books for 9 bucks which is fantastic. He checked us out fast, as he had better things to do and we headed out.

Recycled reads is a really interesting place. I found out about it from Google when I was looking…read morefor a used copy of a specific book. Let me start with - it's not a big place, and the selection isn't huge so it's not terribly likely you'll find something very specific, much less a popular title. However, it's a nice concept. They sell retired library books for VERY cheap, so if you're list looking for a new book in general, this is actually a pretty decent spot to get some and save money. They have a small lot out front but I had no trouble finding parking. The staff there were really friendly and helpful; they don't have a catalog because of all the turnover but they do have things arranged by genre so they could point me toward where I might find the book I was looking for.

I was in from San Diego and looked up local comic stores in Austin to visit while visiting…read morerelatives. This store was clean, well-organized and had quite a variety of comic-related items. I was on a treasure hunt for silver-age JLA. Found a lot. Tim double-checked the pricing and updated some of them, which was an honest thing to do. It decreased some of the prices, which made me buy more. Later, I decided that a bookend pewter statue needed to be in my home, so I called and bought it. Tim was upfront and said it was damaged and knocked a significant amount off it. McCaela was great in answering my questions about shipping. This is a great place with great customer service and I'll be back for sure.

6/13/26 Austin Books & Comics is an outstanding comic shop and one of our favorite stops when…read morevisiting Austin. The selection is reasonably priced and incredible with everything for the whole family from new releases, graphic novels, back issues, modern and collectibles. Tim, Joel and the staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. The store is well organized, making it easy and enjoyable to browse. Whether you're a serious collector or just getting into comics, this shop is definitely worth a visit. Austin Books & Comics is a must-visit for comic book fans & collectors. The selection is outstanding, with everything from new releases to back issues, graphic novels & collectibles. The staff are knowledgeable, approachable & genuinely passionate about comics. The store has a welcoming atmosphere that makes browsing enjoyable & there's always something interesting to discover. Whether you're a longtime collector or just getting into the hobby, this is a fantastic comic shop.