Love this place! Great events! It's so nice having an indie bookstore nearby, especially one so…read moreengaged in community building. I only wish there was a place to sit and stay a while.

We went into this store while walking down the main street. It has a lot of local book options…read moreabout New York. It was raining when we stopped in and the place was pretty full so i did not get to interact with anyone that worked there. I think if i am back in that area, I would stop in and check it out again.

I've passed by so many times without realizing and finally attended an author panel and book…read moresigning. The staff were so sweet and friendly and the books were reasonably priced. There is also a great kids section that I need to go back and peruse. This is a lovely independent owned bookstore in the neighborhood!

What can I say? This spot is the type of "local, neighborhood bookstore" you wish could be…read moreeverywhere. The store is bright and packs a lot into a small space. They have a great set of local authors highlighted. The store was buzzing on a Saturday morning even just after opening. I love stopping by and seeing what can inspire me.

Cute and quaint little bookshop in Brooklyn. They have a nice selection of different genres of…read morebooks and used books as well. Pretty well organized and they even have really cheap greeting card selection in the back. Reasonably priced and nice to just browse through.

We had the worst experience at this bookstore in trying to return a new book . We were told the…read morebook was "used" because we opened it to look at it . How do you discover a book without "opening" it . The woman was so rude , the book they sold didn't even have a barcode . The seller was even flustered when we said we didn't want it and wanted to donate it then and she almost would not take it at a new and USED bookstore. The staff unfriendly and unhelpful.

These people are surly and anal, as Amy G. helpfully points out ('moody, rude staff members'). It…read moreis extremely triggering. Just because you're in a collective doesn't mean you get to be rude as hell. Bad behavior -- sadly not surprising from the same folks who named their predecessor location 'Book Thug Nation' (now thankfully defunct). Super cringe. Unnameable Books is under 10 mins walk away -- they won't be snarky and sassy to you there. NOT RECOMMENDED.

This bookstore has great books, but it has moody, rude staff members. I had been there 10-20 times…read moreand would have formerly considered this my favorite used bookstore. Recently, I was there on a weekday afternoon - literally only one of two people in the store, the other being my friend - and we were looking at books, casually browsing, and chatting to one another at a quiet volume. The male staff members essentially stood up and asked us to stop talking or leave... so we left. I won't be back.

I didn't buy anything from this bookstore, but I am super impressed with the book selection. I'm…read moregoing to revisit alone and linger for a long time. The staff seemed personal when I asked if they sold oracle cards. They do not, but again - great book selection. Can't comment on prices til my next vosit.

Perfect. No notes…read more It's exactly what a neighborhood business should be. Not just a business, but a third space. Gives fair prices when you sell or trade. Has amazing events. Is a neighborhood haven whether or not you are spending money. Great book curation. Employees that know my shy kid's name and make an effort to engage her. I could go on and on.

I was visiting Brooklyn and knew I wanted to come in for the Incardi mini print vending machine,…read morebut once I was there, I was just loving the vibes of the store. Everyone was so kind and there was a lot of things to browse! I am not even a physical book girlie but I really enjoyed the selection they had and if I lived in the area, I would be coming back often to continue to support. It was a short walk from the Brooklyn Bridge and allowed me to explore more of the area, which was a huge plus for me!

I visited this Brooklyn Heights location of Books Are Magic this past weekend with some friends…read more I'd been to the shop's first location (Carroll Gardens) before - it opened in 2017, but I hadn't realized that this location opened in 2022! But we were wandering around and just came upon it. The store is a good size; you can definitely lose time exploring and browsing. It doesn't feel as tight as many independent bookstores can either. Founded by author Emma Straub, both Books Are Magic locations have some really wonderful touches: lots of recommendations by booksellers on the shelves, a large section of translated fiction, and merch for bibliophiles. I had to be dragged out - but not before I picked up a book that I hadn't seen on/in any tables, endcaps, pyramids in any other bookstore in the last few months. If you love to read, Books Are Magic is well worth a stop to browse and get inspired by a new read!

The Community Bookstore has everything I want in a neighborhood independent book store. It has all…read morefeels that make me at home in a bookstore- cozy, friendly welcoming, very customer oriented. I was looking for a particular book at another independent, local bookstore. When the other store didn't carry it (disappointing), I knew I would find it at Community Bookstore. They carry an excellent selection of new fiction, harder to find fiction, classics and everything In between. If you can't find what you are looking for, they will happily order the books for you for pick up and even delivery. They have an amazing author events which, I really enjoy. Books are a huge part of my life and I love to Community Bookstore.

After reading the reviews, it seems I'm not the only one who felt uncomfortable here. When I…read morevisited, I got the impression that an employee was watching me closely. I was quiet, polite, and simply looking for a book, but I didn't feel welcomed. At first, I wondered if it was related to my race. However, after reading other reviews describing the staff as unfriendly, it may not have been race related. Regardless of the reason, the atmosphere didn't feel welcoming, and it left me with an uncomfortable experience.

I consider myself very lucky to live within walking distance from independent bookstores. One of…read morethe two is, The Center For Fiction. I am an average breeder and I would much rather purchase books from independence store and from online. The store is a nice space aesthetically. There is also a coffee bar which is a good plus. I feel the service is only fair. Sometimes, I have had helpful and friendly staff and at other times, I have felt either invisible. It's not a warm cozy bookstore.

It has been my intention to stop by buy and finally made it happen for the Sadequa Johnson book…read moreevent. Staff were welcoming and accommodating. Black literature selections were nicely represented. I was able to chat with the Director of events and she was so informative and pleasant. Looking forward to returning for and tour and possibly bringing the bookclub.