What a great find. I love visiting independents book stores and this one is fun. They have a kitchen for cool books. Talk about creative. They have several sections and the staff is super friendly. They helped find a perfect t book and I was impressed by the variety of books and it's located in suck a nice area. Highly recommend. read more

Monkey & Dog Books - Cool books in a kitchen - Bookstores Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Monkey & Dog is a well-stocked bookstore with an impressive children's area, good number of book-related gift items (journals, puzzles, notecards), and thoughtful selection of fiction, mysteries, classics, & various non-fiction. Their rewards program is also great and saves you money. Friendly, knowledgeable staff! read more

Monkey & Dog Books is such a cute bookstore and a must if you love exploring independent bookstores! This bookstore is located in the Fort Worth area and has a nice selection of books for all ages. I actually think their children section is much larger compared to other stores, which I think is perfect for families. Personally I prefer fantasy/fiction books and that specific selection was much smaller compared to other stores, however they had some of the most popular titles. Besides books, they have a nice selection of stationary items, puzzles and other games. They definitely had some very unique finds I hadn't seen anywhere else. Last but not least, they do have a rewards program and for every $100 you spend you get credit to your next purchase which I thought was pretty nice and a good incentive to support local businesses. If you live in the area I would highly recommend joining their program. read more

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I love Monkey and Dog Books! It is such a warm and welcoming shop. I could easily spend an hour or two exploring the shelves. They have a nice selection of books for both kids and adults. I left with a book for myself, a book for a friend's new baby, and some greeting cards. They also have a nice selection of bookish gifts. The best part to me was discovering their shop dog snoozing on the couch! I was delighted to sit on the couch to review my purchases next to what I thought was a furry pillow, but actually turned out to be the sweetest dog. I'll be back to Monkey and Dog Books again and again. read more

Monkey & Dog Books - Bookstores Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Absolutely loved this location!! Such a great bookstore. They didn't have a lot of the books I wanted but they will order them for you if you want. I'm not from the area so it wasn't a great option for me. They do have a great kid selection and I love that they had local Arthur books. The staff were very friendly and gave great suggestions. Prices seem to be similar to other bookstores. Would definitely recommend this location. There is also lots of parking. read more

Stumbled across the cutest bookstore when getting coffee nearby. They had a wide selection of books along with cute merchandise and stationeries. They also had a $1 clearance section in the back for cards and we just had to grab a few. The clerk who checked us out was also very friendly. Highly recommend for everyone to stop by! read more

Adorable little local bookstore with great recommendations by the workers and even a puzzle section!!! No price difference from a Barnes but 10x the vibes- support a local book store! read more

Very nice and cozy. Wish there was some more science/social science stuff but for a mom and pop shop in (sorta) small area it's great

Super cute bookstore! I love the variety of books and Knick knacks. I highly recommend supporting this small business!

A very cute independent bookstore! Has nice seating options and lots of options to look through. They even have a coffee area in the kitchen area with free coffee and hot chocolate! All the cooking and food books are in the kitchen area which was a fun way to use the space. read more

Super cute and well-stocked bookstore that appeals to children, teens, and adults. The staff were warm and welcoming. Materials organized well. I found a few fab treasures for my older children including two very unique and beautiful artist-themed coloring books, washi stickers, and awesome vinyl decals! Couple of funny greeting cards, too. Cozy feel, not like a massive chain bookstore. When the staffer noticed I was interested in stickers he suggested two amazing sticker books, very cool! read more

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This is a fantastic bookstore! Great service great selection. Support your local small businesses.

This quaint bookstore is nestled right off Camp Bowie on West 7th behind UNT's Health Science Center. My aunt recommended it to me, and I finally got around to checking it out. Upon entering, I was immediately transported to another time and place: the wide-world of literature. The smell of books is intensely satisfying at any time of day. The proprietors were very friendly and offered any assistance they could to help find that perfect book. For many years, I've considered myself very well-read; however, I must say there were many authors I was not familiar with. Of course this warrants a return trip to continue perusing the shelves of this hidden gem. Please check out the Monkey & Dog Books. read more

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What a fun Fort Worth delight! My boyfriend and I stumbled in here and left with three new books! The staff could not be nicer, they have a free coffee and tea station, and that warm fuzzy feeling you get, not found at typical commercialized bookshops, is found here. One of a kind spot, great staff, word to the wise- they will look closed with their tinted windows out front but they're not! read more

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I've read with second grade students for almost 10 years. One of the things I love doing is making sure these students have books to read over the summer, to prevent losing reading ability. Monkey & Dog Books has a wonderful selection of books, but the most valuable thing is the people who staff it: they are expert at picking out just the right books for my students! And yes, they also sell books for adults. read more

Cute neighborhood book store with the most friendly staff! My daughter loves story time there. Has a great selection of books!

I recently moved to Fort Worth and I am so excited to have a great local bookstore just around the corner. Monkey & Dog Books might be small in square footage, but they have SO many fantastic books across genres - the longer you browse, the more you realize how much variety they have. They truly have something for everyone - both times I've visited, I not only found something I had been wanting to read, I also found something I hadn't heard of that I am excited about. I already know this is going to be a regular stop for me. read more

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I love this little gem! They have a great selection of books for such a small shop. You get a very warm feeling as soon as you enter. The clerk was super sweet and friendly and offered to help many times. They have seating if you want to relax in this cozy little place. I can't wait to go back! Prices are very fair as well. read more

Oh my goodness! I was so excited to finally visit Monkey and Dog Books! My husband and I went on a Saturday afternoon. What a cute store! It is cozy and feels like home. I loved the atmosphere. It also had plenty of books from different genres to choose from. The employees were super nice and helpful. We plan on going back often! read more

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Love the coziness. The owner is very sweet and personable. Shop dogs to pet!!!! Good selection of books! Now one of my favorite bookstores. Will definitely be going back. read more

I have visited this charming bookstore on numerous occasions over the past year and each visit is always a pleasant experience. Today was the first time I have been able to stop by since the pandemic started (my last visit was back in March) and I was pleasantly surprised when Matt, the gentleman who is always happy to help when my son and I visit, recognized me despite having a face mask on. Apart from the book store being a great place to find great titles in stunning editions, the single act of kindness shown to me this afternoon when Matt asked how my son is doing is enough to make me want to come back again and again (and again). Over the course of several months, I have acquired a number of books to add to my library, including some beautiful Penguin cloth bound editions of my favorite books as well as a few children's books for my 8-year old son. If I didn't already have the same editions of some of my favorites from Nabokov, Vonnegut et al, I would buy them from Monkey and Dog Books in a heartbeat. The fact that they have stayed open and seem to be thriving (they seem to have added numerous bookshelves since I came in) despite an ongoing pandemic is proof that this is every book lover's haven. read more

Monkey & Dog Books - A book lover's dream - Bookstores Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

This was a great surprise discovery on our outing today. Stopped in when we saw it. It has all the qualities of a great bookstore - comfy, great variety, and friendly staff. I almost felt like the sections were curated for me. There were books on the shelves that I've read, and are old friends. Books that have been on my to read list. Also, books that fit my interest perfectly that I didn't know were out. I'm looking forward to my next visit when I'm in a book browsing mood. read more

This quaint store in the heart of Fort Worth is worth the visit. When I entered I got the warmest of greetings and quickly saw how adorable this gem is. There were all types of books from every genre and books I had never seen before. There was games I hadn't played and I cannot wait for my next visit. One cool thing I forgot to mention is that they have several different book clubs that meet there every month. read more

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super cute inside! it's organized well and decorated nicely! I love that they have a shop dog & a community puzzle

This local book shop is such a gift. I love the way they have the store organized. When you walk in the flow moves from left to right (as if you were reading--how clever) starting with children's books, then you'll see lockers piled with young adult books. The tag on each locker will give you a sense of thematic organization of the trove inside. Then along the far right wall you have adult literature. Oh, and don't forget to go check out their kitchen--it's ok to poke around in these cabinets! You'll find cookbooks here. Nestled along the shelves with unique, classic, and popular books you'll find great literature-related gifts. They have shirts, scarves, and socks featuring your favorite characters or quotes. They have puzzles and journals. They have a huge number of greeting cards. Are you the type of person that's not really in to reading but you need to step-up your intellectual cache? That's cool. They have unique classes that will teach you a skill and help you connect to community members. Are you the type that doesn't have a hot-minute to browse but you need to step-up your gift-giving capital? No problem! The staff there is so knowledgeable, kind, and willing to minimize your browsing while maximizing your present pizzazz. read more

Good local book store in Fort Worth, on the near west side, near the museums and University of North Texas Health Science Center. Has been a great place to find books for both kids & adults. Staff has always been exceedingly helpful and knowledgable. read more

It has great parking, even with shade. The atmosphere is wonderful. So cute and well organized. Comfy chairs and couches. Wide selection of new books and well organized. Friendly helpful people and a very charming aesthetic read more

You HAVE to go here. The bookstore from your youth or that childhood movie or your dreams awaits here in this quaint, darling shop. The fella that works here, whose name escapes me but is utterly cool, legit had a 30-minute conversation with a pre-teen about Manga, comics, and common literature where she actually paid attention. That's right! A kid...paying? ATTENTION! :P The people here not only care about consumers, they care about people. You're not rushed or hurried like that one remaining chain store, and you're not fighting your way through sales tables and nonsense like that other resale shop. It's charming, endearing, and just the place you've been looking for to peruse and purchase your next reading adventure. It may be a little hard to find, but just give them a call and they'll direct you right to the door. You won't regret it. read more

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Such a cute book store! Very cozy and inviting. Staff was super friendly and helpful- we will definitely be coming back! read more

Monkey & Dog Books - Picked this up before our upcoming trip to Italy! - Bookstores Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Small but very well curated bookstore. The owners and staff are always friendly and helpful, ready with a recommendation or to let you browse in peace. I always come here for baby shower gifts because their beautiful wrapping is only $1 and they help me pick out the baby books. Best days are when the dogs are there!!!!!!! They are also willing to order anything you want that isn't in stock. Easy and plentiful parking. While they specialize in children's books they have a very nice mix of adult fiction. I wish they had more fantasy/sci-fi and poetry but I get it-those are niche genres and it is a very small store. I usually order a few books over the phone and then go in person to pick them up and browse for more. Nice bookish themed gifts too. My deepest desire: for their business to succeed and then grow to take over the neighboring storefronts. read more

Monkey & Dog Books - Most recent book haul! - Bookstores Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

Visiting this divine little bookshop was the highlight of my day - my week! Helpful and friendly staff, clean and impeccably organized, great curation of books in all genres. Take the time to visit this gem. You will be glad you did! If I lived in Fort Worth I would be a "regular." read more

This is such a wonderful ad quaint bookstore nestled in the west 7th neighborhood. I went there looking for a particular book and the man working in the front made sure to order the book for me even though they didn't have it in stock at the time. The book got there within a week and I was reading away in no time. They also have various book clubs that they put together monthly that are worth checking out on their website. I may join one for this upcoming month! Go check them out! read more

Wonderful independent bookstore. Caring and knowledgeable staff who usually remembers your name when you arrive.

Just stopped in, incredible atmosphere. It is a smaller book store; however, they have a quality selection. There is FREE coffee, comfortable sofas/chairs, and kind staff. Can't wait to come back!! read more

I found this place on accident, and I am happy I did. It is so cute! They specialize in books for children 0-12. The owner Shelley was so sweet. She showed me quite a collection of books, games, and toys. If you are looking for great gift ideas, or surprises for children, this is a great place to stop! Again, I highly recommend Shop Local, and this place makes it easy! 5 STARS read more

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Coziest, friendliest, cutest, BEST bookstore in Texas! Stop by and see for yourself.

NOTE: INSIDE FEASTIVITIES BUILDING I loved this bookstore. It has all the kids classics that you would recognize as "must haves" as well as a good selection of other books mixed in. The store is small and quaint, but perfect for kids. Come by and support a local business and get your hands on a book or three. read more

I love this precious little bookstore. Friendly people, wonderful dog, great selection of books. I needed a gift card for my mom and some NASA type birthday books for my sweetie. I called ahead and they had the gift card ready for me and all the space books spread out on the counter for me to take my picks. He loves his books he got for his birthday and we appreciate this little bookstore so much. read more

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What a great find and a hidden gem! So many amazing books and such a warm welcoming environment. The staff was fabulous! My new favorite book store. read more

Monkey & Dog Books - Bookstores Near Me - Fort Worth, Texas

This is the happiest place in Fort Worth! The staff is knowledgeable about books, kind, and genuinely love being there and helping customers. I am so grateful to have found this amazing store! It's also great for kids and their story hour on Tuesdays and Fridays is the best. read more