I love this book shop. They have used and new books. If you're looking for a particular book,…read morethey can order it for you. I have also brought in books I've read for store credit. Owner and workers are more than happy to help you.

This place gets 5 stars because it's amazing, it has a great ambience, it has a lot of options,…read moreit's a local shop and staff is incredibly nice and helpful! This is one of those gems of stores that are hidden in a suburb of a major city. This bookstore is small, but it has a good selection of used and new books at an affordable price. It also has other small items such as book markers, and other small crafts created by local artists. The store offers a trade credit program that participants can earn up to 50% off all used books in the store as well as an extra 15% off any new titles, including special orders. It is located in the Lowes' Foods Shopping Center, with free parking, at the corner of Highway 49 and Roberta Road in Harrisburg, NC. Overall, 100% recommended!

As an avid reader and someone who works in publishing I love to check out local indie bookstores…read morewhen I travel. This is Charlottes only Black owned indie so I had to stop by. It's a bit in the cut and wish it had more of a prominent location. The books are nicely curated, I wish there was a larger fiction area but it's a great shop. Lots of other specialty items for sale in addition to books by your favorite authors. Stop by!

I've found Utopia! This space is beautiful and so necessary. They have a massive children's book…read moreinventory so it's a must for parents or caregivers of any type. They've got great gifts, art and even a puzzle section that I was glued to for a moment (thinking to myself I should totally put this together ). Definitely a must to stop in and check out!

I'm giving Kemetic Science Institute 5 Stars because everything about this experience feels like…read morelove. Upon entering I'm greeted and everyone there is extremely knowledgeable about their products and attentive to my questions. I purchased the SeaMoss gel, Irish SeaMoss multi-vitamin, and Soursop tea. These were excellent in building up my immune system and increasing energy. Highly recommend you give them a try!!!

I highly recommend this store for African American cultural and spiritual items. The staff is very…read morehelpful and courteous

Super friendly and helpful cashier! She kindly showed us every section we were looking for…read more Everything was very well organized. The whole place has the wonderful bookstore smell. I could have spent hours in here! Prices were a little higher than eBay or Thrift Books online, but I like that this was a local and in-person place.

Great vibes in this store. Unusual book and gift selections, cats (!) and even a vegan shoppe with…read morefood items, locally made candles and sustainable cleaning and animal care products. (I particularly like the stainless leak proof bento bowls for packing up leftovers in a restaurant.) We always find something cool here - and the family that runs the store is quiet, quirky - and super nice.

Lunchbox Records is a small vinyl shop with a wide collection of records available. Though parking…read morewas limited and a bit tight, this is to be expected in Charlotte - it is great they have free parking spaces in general. My date took me here calling it her "secret spot" - yet it didn't seem so underground when we arrived, with lots of couples and friendly faces shopping around. :) They offer CDs and cassette tapes, as well. I had been looking to build my collection of Mac Miller's music, and I was successful - they had almost all his albums, I was pleasantly surprised! Stop by here if you are looking to buy new or used vinyls, or if you're looking to get rid of some older ones. Thank you for a great experience!

This place had some gems I didn't kno I needed on vinyl…read more Parking is super tight and limited. The space is small and does get crowded but still worth a visit. Reasonably priced. They have previously used and new vinyls. I think I saw some cassettes too but wasn't looking for those specifically. I will go back and check now that I have a cassette player.

Love the Customer service! I go in all the time and ask for certain classic characters i dont have…read moreenough Issues on. Everytime they just get on the laptop n find me tons n store to purchase & enjoy! Thank you. I can honestly say no other store does this 4 me. Odd. But maybe i never ask. I just love Their vibe.

My first visit here in quite a while. I had attended one of their huge Cons years ago. Since I grew…read moreup in the area and collected comics for over 50 years, I was curious to see their new (to me) location. After a dizzying trip through traffic and construction I finally made it. It is certainly impressive being greeted by Spider-man battling Doc Octopus overhead. Tons and tons of comics, magazines, books, games, etc. So much to see hard to take it all in. The only thing I missed were the displays of beloved titles from the 1940s to 1960s. So I was told of a huge comic show in Boston and large stocks were sent up there. A very impressive store. Everyone was very helpful and answered questions that I had. I even brought a small box of my personal comics for them to look over. They liked the books and the condition and we agreed on a price for them. Very nice people and very pleasant atmosphere.

In writing this review regarding JJ Planter, there are so many wonderful and warm feelings that…read moretake over my whole being. In the year of 2018, I decided to resign from my government career and start my own business. While this was an exciting time in my life, it was also one of the most fearful moments of my life as I set out on a mission I felt was destined by God. As I began to define my new mission in life and embark on my new journey, I reached out to Jarvis Ross of JJ Planter for guidance and help on next steps in my journey. Every step of the way from logo design to defining the purpose and mission of my business, JJ Planter became my "go to" for developing my business and marketing even still today. Words cannot express my gratitude and appreciation for the support and guidance in helping me brand and grow my businesses. JJ Planter is a must have for any business in branding, marketing, and growing your vision for success! Veneka Jasper, Owner of Business Solutions by V, Home Solutions by V

A college book store with a small selection of other books. Not worth the drive here unless you're…read morein need of books for your college class. I was hoping it was going to be a full fledged book store. Not the case.

I love this spot located in Plaza Midwood. Great location and they have very unique items related…read moreto the culture of reggae! They have an abundance of scented oils, shea butter, soaps, music, clothes, incense and gift ideas. The owner is very friendly and takes great pride in her business. Always available to answer questions. I have been here quite a few times on my strolls through Plaza Midwood and I never leave empty handed. Be sure to check out this unique spot!

Owner seemed a bit stand-offish at first but then opened up and we all shared about family,…read moreeducation, and life goals. That personal connection was a nice touch. Seeing that this is a business, you know she is definitely doing her thing and trying to represent at the same time. I honestly didn't look at many prices.. love Bob Marley, but I'm not going to buy a bath towel or blanket with his face on it. There are some cool products like raw shea butter which I use.. did buy some, wanted to get more but it was really expensive.. that's because I'm from Philly and it's mad cheap there, but you know I recognize this is Charlotte and haven't seen that many holistic, local health or African shops. There is an unaffiliated Jamaican shop next door, really wanted some sour sop juice but they didn't have any. Anyways, I like to support local, small businesses. I would return to check out their essential oils, black soap and get more raw shea when I run out. Also would check out getting some flags and tickets to reggae events.

I was in NoDA one day happened in to this Blank Generation and boy what a find. You'll find books…read morein their cozy library room, and items for gift giving or just for fun and be best part is to see how the owner curated the store for a unique experience! Love it!

While exploring the NoDa area, I stumbled upon Blank Generation, and the moment I saw the word…read more"bookstore", I had to stop in! Total book nerd move, no regrets. This is a used bookstore with so much more to offer. Beyond books, they also carry unique knick-knacks like vintage clothing, arts, journals, and other thoughtfully curated items. The overall vibe is very bohemian and relaxing, the kind of place you can wander through and instantly feel at ease. As expected with a used bookstore, there's that classic old-book/thrift store scent, which comes with the territory and adds to the charm. The space itself is quaint, organized, and really cute. The bookstore section was my favorite, such a great selection across genres including mystery, romance, banned books, crime, and more. Truly something for everyone. I ended up purchasing two books, both reasonably priced and in great condition, which made the find even sweeter. The employee working that day was super friendly and helpful, answering my questions not only about the books but also about the surrounding area, which I really appreciated. I loved my time here and will absolutely be back to explore more books and browse the other unique items. If you're in NoDa and love bookstores with character, this spot is a must-visit.