This was my 20th stop on the Indie Bookstore Passport tour. It sells used and rare books. The…read morestacks here felt curated and well organized, which I appreciated. Often times a used bookstore chooses to organize in a somewhat random fashion, so their eye to detail and curation is welcomed. The wood tones and lighting here were cozy. There is street parking available.

I actually purchased a book from them through Abe Books online. The book I received was better than…read moredescribed, packaged well and mailed within 24 hours. and a very good value for such an older book.

This is an awesome used book store! The prices are very reasonable and the staff is very nice and…read morehelpful. They have a large selection of books as well. I also love that they have a great kids section when is fun! My biggest complaint is that their hours are tough and I feel like a lot of times I drive by they aren't open. Tough to pin down, but an awesome spot for good books!

What a great used book store! Found a very nice hardcover for a very reasonable amount. Cute…read morestickers. Great bumper stickers and buttons too.

The most amazing selection of Leftist books, periodicals, and journals. Everybody was very kind -…read moreit is cash only so come prepared. Fantastic prices. If you voted for Biden or Trump this place is not for you, unless you are open to alternatives to the hellscape that is the Democratic and Republican parties.

All new books, no used ones that I saw. Very small place but had parking right out front. Lots of…read morelocal and regional authors, good place to find unique books. They have a little comfy sitting area where you can curl up and decide what you want to leave with.

This was my third stop on the Indie Bookstore Passport tour. This store is such a delight, as all…read moreof the books are exclusively part of the mystery/thriller/crime genre, which is my favorite to read! I've been here before, but this was the first time I checked out the annex portion of the store, which houses used books. If you are seeking a mystery book, this is the place to go as they've got it all. The prices of the used books were higher than I would have expected (nearly $14 for a used hardcover), but the selection makes it worth it. I liked the cute seating area in the annex a lot it looked very comfy. There is street parking near the store, but it's on a very busy street. That busy street made it feel like I was part of the video game Frogger trying to get back into traffic after parking!

Great spot for a Mystery fan. Love love love this store…read more I've always walked past and seen the sign and decided to stop in today. It's an unassuming looking store from the outside but once inside. You can tell they have a solid selection. It was filled top to bottom with shelves. They also take Apple Pay which is nice! There's another room called the Annex. You can ask to see. They will take you through a door down a hallways and into the room. Here you can find first editions of mystery books. Or even books written as far back as the 40s! Solid store. Decent prices! They also gave a book club which meets on certain days. Check it out

Such a gem! I recently stayed in downtown Minneapolis for a work trip and I always check for…read morebookstores in the area whenever I travel. I was so excited to learn of a black woman owned indie bookstore just a short walk from my hotel! Located in the Skyway, you can access via the Skyway or the street. It can be tricky to find using Google/Apple Maps from inside the Skyway. The app doesn't get a good signal inside, so it's easier to find from the street if you're unfamiliar with the Skyway. I got lost and asked the security guards in the mall for directions and they told me that all the bookstores downtown closed after the pandemic. I'm so glad I didn't listen to them and set off outside to find my way. Once I arrived after a 5 minute walk from the Marquette Hotel, I was in a book lovers dream! The bookstore is filled with an array of inventory, including local books, classics, new releases, children & teen books, accessories like bookmarks and stickers and even things for the home like candles and sage bundles. The owner, Miss Mary is just delightful. She introduced herself and we chatted for a while and let me know she was available if I needed help, I also noticed that she gave me space to browse freely and take in everything the store had to offer. If you are local, or visiting the area, please do yourself a favor and stop in to check out Strive Bookstore. We need to support our indie bookstores now more than ever!

Ashamed to say that I paid this store my first visit this past week especially with how long…read morethey've been open. I needed to escape my home and walked downtown. Popped in here for a totally unplanned visit and if they weren't closing in an hour it would have been really hard for me to leave. What a comforting corner in what can sometimes be gloomy downtown Minneapolis. Solid book collection. Found out they host book clubs and you can even start your own and host it there. There's tons of comfy seating. Bonus points that it's black owned! Will be back!

This was my 17th stop on the Indie Bookstore Passport tour. Since my favorite genre is…read moremystery/thriller, this store really appealed to me. Half of the store is mystery/thriller books and the other half is science fiction. The selection was really good, and there were large sections of used books. The organization of the store was a little chaotic, as each corner of the store had differing genres, and it didn't seem to correlate to this half of the store is mystery and the other half is sci-fi. There were a lot of boxes of books on the floor, so it felt like the place you might want to spend an hour or more treasure hunting for your next great read. The vibe in the store,and how it was organized, is "choose your own adventure". For $3 you could signup for a 90 day membership that earns a 10% discount on purchases. The staff were welcoming and helpful. I believe there is only street parking.

This bookstore is packed full of sci-fi and mystery/ horror books. They are very well organized and…read morethe front desk clerk gave me a run through of what was where when I walked in. Very friendly staff and a cute store dog. Did i expect to find anything? No. Did I walk out with arms full? Yes. They have rare books and new books that of course are priced appropriately, and well loved books. All the books I bought were better priced than other used book stores, even some thrift places.

Comma is a retail bookstore in Minneapolis occupying a footprint of, I don't know, maybe 800 square…read morefeet. While the local narrative often emphasizes the importance of supporting independent shops, my recent visit suggests that this ideal may come at a significant cost to the consumer in terms of utility, comfort, and value. Logistics and Facilities The physical experience of visiting Comma is just abrasive. Parking in the immediate vicinity is difficult, which sets a frustrating tone before one even enters the building. Once inside, the limitations of the tiny floorspace become apparent. The selection is, by necessity, terribly limited. If you are searching for a specific title or a deep dive into a particular genre, this is statistically the last place you should look. Furthermore, the store offers no public restroom, a lack of basic facility that limits the duration and comfort of any visit. Atmosphere and Price The retail environment lacks any auditory masking. There is no background music, resulting in a deafening silence that feels more awkward than contemplative. Every book in the inventory is sold at full retail price. This raises a fundamental question regarding the "buy local" movement: what is the point of a business that offers less selection and higher prices than its competitors? We often speak of a duty to support small bookstores, but we must ask if that duty outweighs the consumer's right to find what they need at a competitive price. Service and Philosophy During my visit, I purchased several books at full price, yet the employee on duty was rude. This interaction highlights the core issue: a business is a business, regardless of its size. If a shop cannot provide a pleasant environment, a robust inventory, or even basic courtesy, its status as "local" should not exempt it from criticism. Conclusion The romanticized ideal of the small neighborhood bookstore needs to be re-examined when the reality is a lack of selection and poor service. I am officially putting a "comma" on my support of this specific model of local commerce. I spent my money here this time, but I will not be returning to this particular business. Ever. Consider that a "period." For those who prioritize finding the books they actually want without unnecessary hurdles, there are better options available.

Lovely little bookshop with an impeccable vibe--wish I lived nearby to check out the many book…read moreclubs! The collection is small but representative, and they have a fun collection of cards, stickers, and other merch. Also just a nice place to be--everyone who came in seemed friendly and thoughtful and got excellent, individualized service.

This was my 6th stop on the Indie Bookstore Passport tour. This is absolutely the cutest bookstore…read moreI've ever visited. It had a surreal feel as if I was visiting a hobbit house with lovingly curated book selections. It was more than visiting a bookseller coming here; it felt like having an experience. The attention to detail to the little reading nooks and vignettes was evident in every corner of the store, with an emphasis on women's voices, diversity, and children. This is a woman owned store, and her favorite genre is historical fiction, which was evident as this area was very well stocked. There were several spots to sit and gander at a book (including a couple of adorable children's reading nooks) before deciding to purchase, which is a must have in any book store I visit. There is a very small shared parking lot and street parking.

Adorable! Milton Square has always reminded me of the Renaissance Festival which is exactly where…read morethe Acorn Bookshop is placed. With cute neighboring establishments, I recommend making a nice afternoon of it. There are coffee and antique shops in the same area. Acorn Bookshop's aesthetics are inviting, calm and carefully curated. The rich dark green walls allow a calming environment, the kids treehouse is absolutely magical to me as an adult so I can only imagine what it's like for a child and there is a coffee station towards the back for guests. I can't recall if it's free or donation based. Various genre reading sections spill across the space along with a few nooks and crannies to sit down and read a few pages. In addition to books, there are also a few notebooks, jewelry items, trinkets and puzzles. Prices appeared to be on par to other establishment. The cherry on top is that Acorn Bookshop is woman owned. There are many books supporting woman's voices and stories. Hooray!!