Pandemic update: Still 5 stars and they are making it super…read moreeasy to order and get your books, puzzles and games. If they have whatever you need instock, then you can get contactless delivery to your car! If they don't there is an independent bookstore link and they get a good percentage of the sale proceeds. They have a great selection of new and used books, many local. And they have great gift selections too.

As an English teacher, I spend way more time in bookstores than other stores because the nerd in me…read moreis just enraptured by them. I happened upon Tubby and Coos completely by accident as I had set out to visit one of the neighboring shops and they caught my attention by their PSA sign out front. I walked in the store, and the Sci Fi nerd in me just jumped out as the first thing I saw was Doctor Who. There are a great variety of other books as well, many that appeal to the YA audience as well as the alleged adults of the crowd. I actually ended up picking up a book on the history of the Carnival Krewes of New Orleans, so there really is a bit of something for everyone. The store is small, but there are two stories of goodies contained therein so make sure you take your time to enjoy it all.

I happened to be on my way to a hair appointment when I spotted The Book Rack on Metairie Rd. I…read moreknew immediately what I was doing right after the appointment! Normally I'm nervous about checking out new places alone, but this was a perfect solo adventure - the kind of cozy, cramped place that you don't want to have to squeeze past your friends to get around. Meeting Mrs. Cookie, who was just helping out the owner by watching the shop, and Big Boy, the little purse dog running security, also helped ease me into this new experience. Not only was Mrs. Cookie helpful in directing me through the overwhelming sections and willing to help me search for specific authors, but she was so personable and even had quite the interesting tale to tell me about her life - which all seemed so impossible that you would think she were a character from a book. Overall, there was an abundance of hidden treasures if you have the patience to look. I got a copy of Anne Rice's Queen of the Damned, and George R. R. Martin's A Game of Thrones (in like-new condition) at a great price! Come here for the oldies, but goodies, and the smell of thousands of pages that every book lover adores.

Stopped by ten minutes before close on my way to what I thought was Bank of America (nonexistent)…read more Sooo glad she didn't close early and I was able to meet the infamous bookstore kitty and score a set of the Brian Sanderson Mistborn series. Typically I come to browse and grab any good deals I find, but with minimal time, I let her know which authors I was interested in and she ultimately checked her car after scanning the shelves to get me this series that she was planning on reading herself! They retail 10-12$, but I got them for $8.50 each. Not the world's biggest deal, but cheaper than retail nonetheless. I'm grateful for the effort she put in to find me something to leave with especially so close to her closing time.

Faulkner Books is a FQ treasure. It is small but mighty! They only allow a select number of people…read morein at a time so you may have to wait a moment. If you are looking for specific rare items, I suggest corresponding with them. But they also have a great selection of current books too. I loved my handwritten receipt and it makes a great bookmark! Service is personal and traditional. And the owner knows her stuff! It had been decades since I was last in. And I need to get over there more often!

This place was recommended all over TikTok. This a very small bookshop. Only 5 people can go in at…read morea time. We did enjoy meeting and getting recs from the owner. There is a lot of charm in these old bookstores. Would recommend to any book lover.

Just off St. Charles Ave, right behind the BEAUTIFUL Latter Library, and only open for a few select…read morehours each week, this little book store is full of the BEST DEALS in used books in the city, the area, and possibly the state (please correct me if you know of somewhere better!). It is well organized, full of Thousands of books for $1 dollar (Not all books are one dollar, but more than half!). They also have DVDs, and kids books.There is a big shelf as soon as you walk in filled with the books that most kids have to read for their English classes, and most for $1. And then you are finished reading your books, you can donate them back to this facility and it goes to further the efforts of the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.....win-win!! An added benefit for those who like to compost, Compost NOW accepts frozen compostable food scraps here from 12:30pm-2pm every Wednesday. Recycle some books, and recycle food waste.

I love this place. Books at a great price that also supports libraries... what more can you ask…read morefor! I am always able to find books I want to read that are in very good quality. They do sort the books into genres which is very helpful. They even have a section for kids books and New Orleans focused books. You can pay with credit card (I think it is $5 minimum) or cash. $1 for paperback books and $2 for hardcover (what a steal!!!) I appreciate their COVID precautions, they only allow 8 people inside at a time (as of January 2021) which I appreciate.

This Barnes and Noble location used to be my main study spot when I was still in high school. There…read moreare many tables that are available for you to sit at and the inside is very spacious. The staff is also pretty nice and helpful if you had any questions. The only reason why I'm giving them four stars is because there are no outlets available if you had to charge your laptop or cell phone which is a bit of a hassle since most people usually use electronics for their studying. Other than that, this is still a solid Barnes and Noble in the Westbank area.

So, the interesting thing here is that I didn't visit this location because it was Barnes & Noble…read moreand they seem to be closing up all over the country. I actually visited here because I found out they actually had the JUST egg bagel which I had been looking for all over the country. Imagine my surprise when I found out it was in Harvey, LA of all places. The establishment was also very big, clean, well lit, and had a great ambiance to it. The customer service was good as well and I look forward to visiting again when I am in the crescent city. Eat, Drink, and Be Merry, my Friends!!

Beckham's Bookshop instantly became one of my all-time favorite bookstores. It has this magical,…read moreoverflowing charm that honestly reminded me of the library in Barbie of Swan Lake -- towering stacks of books, shelves crammed with treasures, and the feeling that no matter how long you browse, you'll keep discovering something new. There's a resident cat who wanders around saying hello, which just adds to the cozy, quirky atmosphere. The place has so much character -- books tucked into every corner and that perfect "organized chaos" vibe only the best secondhand shops manage to pull off. I could spend full days in here and still not see everything. Easily one of the best bookshops I've ever visited.

Fantastic used book store in the French Quarter. Large variety of genres and very friendly owner…read more The bonus was the sweetest shop cat, Joanie.

My witchy women loved the vibe. All the rights books!! Amazing prices on their 1st edition Anne…read moreRice autographed novels!!! O.M.G I'd of loved to of taken a few home for the bookshelf!!! We met Paul-lpaf the shop pup and he loved his hin scratches. The rink is a very neat micro mall.. it we're a big on the young side of its clientele demographic..... the rink is prob a great atop for retirees.

I had always wanted to check out the Garden District Book Shop where the late Anne Rice used to do…read morebook readings and signings. There is a series of book shelves devoted to her work with the coffin frame around it. They have both autographed vintage copies of her work and newer editions. They have an excellent selection of local writers and locally-based work in addition to general fiction, nonfiction, LGTBQIA+, and more. There is also the Epilogue Bar if you want to enjoy a drink while reading the book you purchased. I picked up a few books centered around NOLA that were intriguing to me. The two staff behind the front counter were chatty and friendly as we made our purchases. It's a great location to check out at The Rink building in the Garden District.

I had always walked past Crescent City Books on Chartres but usually they were closed when I did…read more Fortunately we caught them when they were open and it was wonderful to go inside, look at what they had for used and rare books. I picked up an autographed copy of one book by a local novelist that intrigued me and I paid $20 for. The woman behind the counter was lovely to talk to as my wife and I paid for our books we had selected. I also enjoyed the chair that was nestled in one of the back aisles that you can use to read a passage from one of the books you may be looking to buy.

Cute book store. A lot of patrons. Old vintage books and posters. Good stop along the French…read moreQuartersp

If I've had a long day shopping, I love stopping by this Barnes & Noble for a quick coffee, cursing…read morefor Print books that you can sit back and read, and maybe buy a last-minute birthday or Mother's Day gift. Seriously, the gift selection here has a ton of items that have been perfect for my friends, young and old. For Mother's Day, I grabbed a ton of stuff that my very picky and demanding mom loved.

Rating: 9/10 This…read morelocation was bigger than I expected! I love how the store is arranged and it's great to go and mosey around in. I spent about an hour looking thru all the different sections and displays. The second floor is dedicated to hobbies and I thought that was a good way to organize it.

Need a snack for your flight? Want to pick up a last minute gift for that special someone?…read more Nice place to grab something to eat or a magazine before your next flight.