I love this bookstore! I love going to support small businesses expessially coming from someone who owns a small business. Everytime I go in, the staff is always smiling, the selection is always amazing and new, and I love how clean and organized it is! read more

This place has so much to offer! They have an array of books, adult/baby gifts, apparel you name it. This place has a great social media that shows all their upcoming events! They have events for adults, reading to kids, all things you think! Such a great book store! read more

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Main Street Books has changed owners a few times since its debut in the historic district but it continues as an independent bookstore. Just inside the front door you'll find recent bestsellers. Up a short flight of stairs is the bulk of the store's nonfiction, plus children's gift items and picture books. Children are clearly a focus at Main Street. The second story includes its young reader and young adult titles. Most sections of adult books are no more than a short shelf of titles. The regional interest books section, however, is much broader. You'll find a good assortment of book nerd gift items here, too. read more

Main Street Books - Small and crowded Main Street Books is a nice spot to browse in the historic district. - Bookstores Near Me - Saint Charles, Missouri

We stopped by this cute bookstore while in Old Saint Charles. It was bigger than we originally realized with a second floor. They have a great selection of books, merch, and cute little gifts for a reader in your life. They host lots of events and their Instagram is a great place to stay up to date on book launches. You might be surprised at the wide selection of guests they host monthly! A cute little gem to visit. read more

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I'm a local author who spent two hours in MainStreet Books, selling and signing my book. The gals who run the bookstore are fabulous. It's not often an independent author has the opportunity to talk to readers. Main Street has a wide selection of books and novelty items. While I was there, the store was alive with customers. I enjoyed seeing how excited the children were. As any great bookstore should have, there is a cozy reading area upstairs. Main Street Books is a must see. Independent bookstores are fun and need our support! read more

Quaint little bookstore on South Mainstreet in historic St. Charles is what most people imagine an old time bookstore would be like. Great window overlooking cobblestone Mainstreet! read more

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Took my girlfriend here on her bday, nice place and warm friendly staff. Stopping by is a must everytime were on Main st!

Awesome variety of children's books, welcoming atmosphere, and wonderful employees! So cute and quaint. Oh and did I mention the wonderful book smell! read more

Darling, darling, darling! My friend did a book signing here (her book is called "Simply Mom: Advice from Someone Who Loves You"), and she sat in a big white chair in front. It's like a mini living room, with books displayed all around. It's really tiny, but so charming. The owner is positively delightful and no one wanted to leave! They've got all the latest titles, and the owner has usually read them all and can tell you about them in great detail. This is truly a local treasure and it's so important we support places like this! read more

Main Street Books - Bookstores Near Me - Saint Charles, Missouri

We went there today and really liked the store. It's certainly very small, but the children's section has a fairly extension selection (comprising much of the second level, which is a cozy little haven) and there's also a good selection of books about the Civil War. In addition, there are lots of nice cards and other items. I bought three miniature decks of beautifully-illustrated Civil War cards for my brother-in-law, and an adorable stuffed animal owl for a friend who loves "owl" items. Most interesting of all was the fairly extensive selection of small/amusing books which I'd call "irreverent humor". The owner is off on Tuesday & Wednesdays and therefore we didn't meet her, but the woman working there was very pleasant. read more

I've been going to Main Street Books since before it relocated to its current building. I was alarmed by a Post-Dispatch article that mentioned the place might be closing and elated when a new owner was found. The upstairs was closed, so I can't speak for what is up there. I enjoyed the local history section and made a purchase, thereby assuaging my guilt for not having supported the store for a number of years. MSB has never been one of my favorite bookstores, but it's reached the point where I want to support the idea of the independent bookstore. read more

This store was charming. I especially loved all the unique greeting cards, ranging from funny to sweet, for all sorts of occasions. read more

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I love this book store! It's a great quiet place to stop in at when exploring Main Street. Prices are to be expected for the shop to turn a profit. Great set up and very cute layout. Love that it's two story! read more

Main Street Books is a really fun book store! It's small but contains so much great stuff! I loved browsing the recent releases, and also poking around in the kids section. There are also some fantastic and unique gift options and cards. I found a few goodies that I can't wait to give to friends. read more

Main Street Books is a treasure. It's one of those charming, adorable, local shops people discover while vacationing, and we in St. Charles are lucky enough to go there any time we wish. What's more, the proprietor lives and breathes the bookshop lifestyle. She brings authors to town, co-hosts library events, and ensures books are available at any bookish celebration. For books, gifts, cards, and ambience, treat yourself at Main Street Books. read more

Such a homey and cute bookshop! They have two floors filled with books and a special childrens section. Very helpful staff.

I love this place! It's super cute and has a great kids section. I love walking in, making a bee-line to the back, and just spending 15-20 minutes reading children's books. maybe i'm just weird. if you can't find something, talk to the owner. she's probably able to get it for you from the publisher! also, check out the upstairs sections! they have a pretty decent teen/YA section and a nice desk of books for writers arranged around a vintage typewriter! since i'm trying to support buying local, i've decided to buy pictures books from this place pretty much exclusively. and you should too! :) read more

Wonderful, magical bookstore, exactly as you would imagine it! Emily is a remarkable business woman, and obviously a true lover of books. Her beautiful shop, selection, and knowledge of books for all ages is remarkable. As an avid reader, and lover of books, I highly recommend this book store. This shop has what the chain bookstores are missing - personality, friendliness, ambiance, knowledge, true customer service- all while being a small, locally owned business! read more

The bookstore was full of both adults and teenagers, always a good sign. And I found something there I'd not seen before, which is rare rare rare in this Internet age. If only every independent bookstore had a friendly, care-taking staff like this one. I recommend at least half an hour to fully explore everything they offer and savor the shopping experience. read more

Such a fun place! It's a small shop but they have a nice upstairs area. Always find something nice to read and enjoy looking around the old building. read more

I'm not one to knock "big" bookstores. I worked for Barnes & Noble for fifteen years, and for the most part, those of us who work(ed) there love books with an abnormal passion. But it is nice to go into a little shop and immerse yourself in the titles they have. A smaller selection means more time to dedicate to reading each blurb, flipping through all the pages. Main Street Books is one of those places I love. They carry "serious" stuff and they carry romantic trash. The staff is attentive, always eager to give suggestions, and most of all, patient while you wander the place. If you really believe in the "shop local" mantra, give this place a try. read more

We passed by this store on our fun walk through the Historic District of St. Charles and we thought it was a used book store but it's not. Although very nice and organized inside (both upstairs and downstairs), they have have a wide variety of books ranging from Children's books to pet's. They have an upstairs area where you can sit in some chairs, enjoy a nice fan and they have their youth fiction area as well. It was a cute place -- I guess we just thought it was something else than what it was. read more

Main strret books is a dream come true for my small sons. They have a wonderfully culled selection in their childrens area of classics and books we have never seen before. For my husband and myself, it is a great little store with incredibly kind people who work there. We will never go to big bookstores again. We love it there! read more

A small but perfect jewel of a bookstore. Wonderful location, charming building, and a staff who really know what they're doing. Very well-arranged children's section; a great local section. No space is wasted on excess stock; the market is well-represented, and they readily order anything a reader wants. Many special events - a lively part of the community. Just what a bookstore should be. read more

Stopped in on an evening in St Charles. They have a small building but a great variety of books both new and used, as well as literary gifts for everyone! My mom and I both ended up buying some of the cute literary buttons that are up near the front counter - buy four get one free. How could we argue with that? Would love to come back next time! read more

I asked for a book that is currently #5 on the NYT best seller list, She didn't know the author or the book. "We can order it for you if you like". Nope Barnes and Noble will have it. read more

Emily is knowledgeable and enjoys meeting people and speaking about books! Love the atmosphere and small business owner vs big box (Barnes & Noble). read more

Went there with kids, 1st and 3rd grader. Right there at kids' eye-level there were books with the "f" word being displayed at the checkout!! My 1st grader read it.. The owner attacked my 1st grader for doing that, though she has no idea what that means. Very rude lady there. And at the end, just order from Amazon or get from Barnes and noble where things are placed in the right place. read more