Amazing! Such a neat store! This was my first time going to a local owned bookstore and it did not disappoint! I'm a fan of Corvids (crows, ravens, jays, etc.) and always have trouble finding things with them. As soon as I walked in, I saw them. The most amazing crow bookends I'd ever seen. I also got some tiny crow figurines! Will definitely be back for more cool stuff!! read more

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A really cool independent book store on the Square in Oxford. There's a section just with signed first editions, a Faulkner section (so you can pick up what you're missing after touring Rowan Oak), and just an overall cool selection of books with staff picks, signed (at cover price cost) new books, and much more. read more

Dream Girl and I made another trek to Oxford to enjoy the atmosphere, good meals on the square, and our favorite bookstore, Square Books. This time we went down the street to Off Square Books, too. It's a great used bookstore with a wide range of tomes; there was something for everyone. They have a good selection of used Southern material with some quite valuable, I suppose, as it's locked up, but it can be seen if you want. There are also many books priced right and we bought a couple. I am cautious about bookstores these days as I trying to de-accession my collection, not buy more. Of course, I always succumb and this time was no exception. There are chairs around where you can spend time browsing. I recommend this place for any book collector. Just drop down when you are at the mother ship; you won't regret it. read more

This bookstore is a must-visit in Oxford. Was there for a reading my wife conducted there and automatically fell in love with this shop. A community staple, with 3 locations including a children's bookstore, new and used items if various likes, qualities, and of course genres are well represented; I got three books myself, including 2 scifi books. Its also ideal for readings, with a small stage that is sized and modeled prefectly for that space, primed for subjects to present their works and perspectives to audiences. read more

The 'annex' of bargain books to Square Books and home (on Thursdays) to the Thacker Mountain Radio Show (currently on hiatus 'til September) - a musical, literary show broadcast from the store. Tons of great deals on books. The last time I was there, I walked out with five new books... read more

Off Square Books offers discounted new and used books. There are quite a few books customers may find here that they cannot find in other bookstores around the country. Notably, there's a large selection of Southern history monographs and works by Eudora Welty and William Faulkner, two of Oxford's most renowned citizens. Support this independent bookstore and enjoy the texts found here. Customers won't be disappointed by this gem of a used bookstore. read more

I love to pop into this store to try and find unique gifts and fun knickknacks! You can find coffee table books, sale books, and a few other random kinds of books here. There are also lots of other fun things- the kinds of things you would normally expect to find in a gift section of a book store. Fun place to browse and find gifts! read more

I love all the Square Books, but joy filled my southern ole heart while perusing these stacks! I found Marrs' bio on Eudora Welty for 8 bucks! Plus, I found a little game called Banagrams. Within the cloth banana peel ($15) are tiles like scrabble pieces that you flip upside down and take 21 pieces. When ready one hollars "Split" and everyone flips over their tiles and begins to create crosswords! It doesn't matter how many times you take from the "bunch" everyone finishes at the same time, and it is a matter of who places the last piece into place that wins! Hollaring out a big ole "Bananas"! Mom, Dad, and I played it the whole holiday season! Thanks Off Square Books for the lead on family fun! read more

Just as much fun as Square Books but with a different selection of stuff. Make it part of the Square Books circuit and visit the original, this location, and Square Books Junior. The trifecta! read more

If it was not for square books, off square would be my favorite bookstore in Mississippi. Sensational bargains (classic novels and other offerings that are nothing but inspired), a great staff (Al is all knowing and wonderful), great kids stuff...great used books ET al. Warning: the insane first editions will drain you. read more

Agree with David M. Great deals on books. Eclectic selection. And I too, walked out with 5 books that I didn't know I needed! Fun place to browse and the prices will get you to purchase. And I got a natural cherry soda that was exceptionally refreshing. read more

One of two excellent bookstores I visited in the square of beautiful Oxford town. Great selection of books plus tons of odd gifts to bring back to your quirky friends and relatives. Need a canvas tote bag that says something all too true about cats? Look no further. Need a Salvador Dali finger puppet? This is the spot. read more

Spent a happy hour with this well curated collection of "lifestyle books". Good gardening and excellent cookbook section; my husband disappeared into the history section and emerged with something he hadn't read - that doesn't happen often! Nice selection of small gifts and especially cards. read more

Inviting. Quiet but not snobby quiet. The guys who work there are friendly and cool at the same time. Good coffee, good selection of fizzy water. The best thing, the books, the music, and the prices. read more

Very quaint, very clean, and extremely organized. Great shop for trinkets too! If you are there, take the time to check out their hilarious socks! Al is a huge help with an excellent personality/customer service demeanor. She was a huge help and even stayed open a few minutes later than usual the second night we dropped in. Definitely a fun place to visit while in town! read more

Quaint little book store. Has a Lot to choose from and nice little atmosphere. Go check it out!

Quite the ecclectic collection of finds. You just can't explain the rare treasuress in here. Much better than the main stream chain market bookstores. This is the superb place for the moment when you just don't know what you're in the mood for, but you do know that this place is it. The one to exceed all your expectations... read more

In some ways, better than Square Books because you just never know whatcha gonna get. Seriously, fun to browse with lots there.

Great series of free public readings by authors, superb art books and niche publications. This is a really special bookshop and definitely worth a visit. read more