Clean, friendly place. The store is well-organized, and the layout makes it easy to find what you…read moreare looking for. The staff is polite and available if you need assistance, but they do not seem to bother you unless you ask for help. There is a variety of items on the shelves, and everything appears to be neatly arranged. The selection covers a wide range of products, so there is likely something for everyone. The atmosphere is straightforward, and there's not much more to say about it. It is a typical store with a standard setup, and everything seems to be in good order. All in all, it's a decent place if you are looking for something specific.

Lame and dirty. The guy behind the counter was rude and the video booths had like two channelsread more

Fantastic bookshop that's been in Homewood for forever! I strolled in to get a couple of last…read moreminute Christmas gifts, they have a ton of great stuff! One thing that struck me as amazing was the membership you can get! It's $10/mo or $99/yr and you get 40% off all of their bestselling books (rotates weekly), 20% off everything else, and free drip coffee! If you're a big book buyer, that is soooo worth it! Or if you just love visiting coffee shops, the coffee would be worth it! They have several little tables and chairs around where you can perch to do some work. I just love how local everything is in here. Some art gifts, coffee table books, non-fiction, etc. They have a great website, too!

What a great local bookstore! The staff are fantastic and helpful. The curated selection is top…read morenotch. I'll be a regular here from now

The cutest book store tucked inside of a strip mall. I've passed by so many times and never thought…read moreto pop in. Found them on IG where they showcase writers and book clubs. Lots of great picks to find your next read. I grabbed a new book and loved pursuing the shelves. Will be coming back!!

Fantastic local bookstore. Has an outstanding curated selection and a knowledgeable and helpful…read morestaff. I'll be a regular here from now on.

It had all the books that I needed, which is hard considering I have a lot of different opinions…read more When I didn't know or something, was somebody always came to me and helped me find whatever it was. Plus, the prices of the books were pretty cheap.

This store sits in one of the last remaining "MALLS" in Birmingham, AL and in what USE TO BE the…read moremost prestigious shopping area/location. With that said, THE STORE appears to be FAIRLY CLEAN but the RESTROOMS are ABSOLUTELY and I mean POSITIVELY DISGUSTING! Please please don't allow your love ones to use these facilities... stop on the side of the road and use a bag or bucket so you won't risk the contamination. You're Welcome

I was eating at a nearby restaurant and saw that this place was still open so I decided to drive…read moreacross the street to get me half a dozen breakup cookies. If you haven't had one before you definitely need to get some. It's the chocolate chip cookies, but they're salted. It gives them a different flavor. You can go inside and get something to go or eat it there because they do have tables for people to sit at. We came here on Mother's Day around 5 PM on a Sunday and it wasn't really busy. I will definitely be back.

Updating my review from six years ago (teary eyed face). I have so many good memories from hanging…read moreout with my friends here in high school. This was the spot we would all come to to do homework. It's still got that same warmth and charm. I came in on a Wednesday morning to sit and do some work. I ordered a cappuccino, bran muffin, and a breakup cookie to take home. The cappuccino is just as expected. Served at the perfect temp, great flavor. The bran muffin, which was my attempt to be healthy, was really a delicious stand-out. I would definitely get that again. And, of course, the breakup cookies are some of the best cookies in town. They bake all of the baked goods in-house, I believe, which gets a round of applause from me. A lot of the recipes are still the same ones I remember from 7 years ago. One thing I noticed that's even BETTER than I remember was the books and gift selection. A lot of the books caught my eye. It's a great curation of fiction, non, memoirs, birding books, children's, etc. They also carry the Village Apothecary candles, which are made locally and have some packaging I really love. Church Street is one of the Birmingham staples. I hope they're open for a million more years. They do what they do exceptionally well.

Place is amazing--it only sells a curated selection and they have never steered me wrong. But since…read moreI no longer live nearby, I've been ordering online, which is just as good. Can't beat the prices--there's zero markup for a signed first edition of a guaranteed great book and fantastic customer service.

Let me start by saying I have never step foot in this store! However, I have bought countless…read moreauthor signed books from Alabama Booksmith. I found their website in a Google search because I was looking for a signed addition of Bryan Stephenson's Just Mercy. I couldn't believe my luck when the signed edition was the same price as any other unsigned copy. I had stumbled upon a treasure trove of fantastic books all signed by their authors selling for the standard list price. Of course they have some extra special books that are collectors items and a bit more expensive. Those are featured on a different part of their website. Today I opened my signed copy of Jon Meacham's "And There Was Light". It's the perfect gift for book reading friends. One day I plan to make a pilgrimage to the store and actually shop in person. Until then I will continue to receive their emails and check their website.

I really love this little shop. It's got handicap accessible parking and an accessible entrance…read more There are ample comfortable seats scattered throughout the store, making shopping with mobility issues so much easier. The store and parking area are always clean and tidy. Since this is a second hand shop, you never really know what you are going to find. Going through their shelves is always an adventure. They have a vast selection to choose from. The new books are on par with most other booksellers but you can find some great deals on well loved editions. They feature rare and signed editions as well as book and genre themed merchandise. They don't just sell books. You can find music, games, cards, and Funko Pops among their many offerings. Definitely take advantage of their rewards program as members get special deals and reward points. Be aware if you plan to make a haul they do not have free bags. You can bring your own or buy one of the multitude of tote bags they offer. The staff here is always so friendly! They are willing to help you with whatever you need. They feature a buyback counter where you can take your used items to trade. They offer a fair value, too. If you are in the area, stop by. If you have no idea what you may want they offer blind dates with a book every now and again or you can grab one of their mystery boxes.

If you love getting lost in a good browse, 2nd & Charles is such a fun spot to spend an afternoon…read more It's like a treasure hunt every time you walk in--books, vinyl, games, and random gems you didn't even know you needed. The vibe is super chill, and the staff has always been friendly and helpful when I've had questions or needed recommendations. If you're into books, music, or just a little retail therapy with personality, this is definitely a spot worth visiting. Just be prepared... you probably won't leave empty-handed!