It looks like a nice store but it is very overwhelming…read more I left quickly after entering due to how overwhelming it was. Books stacked over your head with only minor order to them. A general genre sorting, but it is not always right.

Trade A Book is Charleston's oldest bookstore. As of 2025 Beverley has been in business for 36…read moreyears. Her first store under the same name was located in Summerville on Trolly Rd which she later sold. (That new owner has since moved the location and kept the same name though they are not affiliated.) Trade A Book is a used bookstore where readers are able to bring in their books in exchange for store credit. There is a limit of 25 books per person per day that can be brought in. (Please don't be one of those that tries to sneak more in.) You May find new books on the shelves when someone trades them in but TAB does not order stock of new releases. What books should you expect to find? A little bit of everything. - general fiction - fantasy / sci fi - Upper YA - Lower YA - Children's books (grade school as well as picture books for the little kiddos) - Historical fiction - Classics - Romance (historical, contemporary, fantasy) - Mystery/ thriller - Horror - Religious / Christian - non fiction (this space is very small and limited) - Westerns - Local authors - and much more!! At this time operating hours are Thurs-Fri 11-4P. It is best to call the store ahead of time to confirm they are open as Beverley runs the store by herself and can take leave while she assists with family care. Beverly is one of the nicest store owners and is super knowledgeable about the books on her shelves. Readers are always welcome to request temporary holds if something comes in. There is a special charm to this place that you won't find anywhere else in the Charleston area. 10/10 recommend visiting yourself. There is a coffee shoonnex

I'm here on a pretty regular basis with my kids, they like to read. Staff is always super friendly…read morehere. The selection is great if you want the current hot books, but much like B&N they have chosen the route of filling much of the available space with collectibles related to books rather than more books, and their selection isn't that great for things which are less popular. Which is fine I guess, but when I come here with my kids and they are wanting to explore something new, it would be nice if they had, say, the biography that my son was looking for rather than a zillion Funko Pops. All the same I recognize that a traditional bookstore is a tough play and has been so for nearly 20 years. J.Ja

Books-A-Million has changed quite a bit since the last time I visited, which was several years ago…read more Their sections definitely cater to a different crowd now, with more emphasis on BookTok and manga. The store is clean and organized, although I do question some of the arrangement. For example, the self-improvement section and true crime share the same aisle... Anywho, still a great bookstore, although I personally prefer Barnes and Noble for a slightly classier feel. I couldn't comment on the service and the price, since we were window shopping.

This bookstore was very eclectic and unique. Their selection was interesting. The person working…read morewas very helpful. I enjoyed my visit!

We popped into Blue Bicycle Books while exploring Charleston last Sunday, and it was charming! The…read morestore isn't large and a bulk of the store is contained within a hallway (so you'll be saying excuse me to a few people as you browse - it's impossible not to get in someone's way), but it has a very good selection of used books, good service, and a little seating where you can sit and read a bit of your maybe purchases. (They also have some rare books - like a signed Vonnegut for $2k!) It's a charming used bookstore, work checking out if you're exploring Charleston!

Many great deals. It's wonderful to still have a place that you can come into and peruse for…read morephysical media. Look througg the books and touch the merchandise before you buy it. The staff of a helpful and the prices are decent... Especially with a membership. They are always having a great selection in their sale rack to boot!

I went into Barnes and Noble today to return a book. Per the Barnes &. Noble website - returns…read morewithout a receipt will receive a store credit in the form of electronic gift card. It also states items purchased at a Barnes & Noble store must be returned to a Barnes & Noble store, but you are not required to return it to the same Barnes & Noble store where the purchase was originally made..... well this Barnes & Nobles refused to give me a store credit because it wasn't purchase at this store. They do not stand behind their own policies! So save your receipt and maybe they will give you a refund but possibly not since they do not honor their polices!

Second time in Charleston and second time here. Very cute store with very helpful employees. Will…read morebe back again!

Whenever I travel somewhere new, I try to stop at a new indie bookstore. My choices were a bit…read morelimited on this area, but I stumbled upon Buxton Books while we were shopping on King St. The outside of the building is just gorgeous, but I wasn't a fan of what it had to provide inside. The selection was a bit limited and I had a hard time finding the titles I was on the search for. The layout of the store was also a bit cramped which made it hard to navigate around other customers. Overall, a very cute photo opportunity but it might be hard to find what you're looking for.

I LOVE this little bookstore! They always have updated copies of the newest books but also the…read moreclassics. Everything from smut to the Bible can be found here. The shop workers are always so friendly and they have a nice rewards program. Book clubs also happen here although I've never been to one. Give this place a browse

A small book store in the heart of down town Summerville. Clean and well kept with a few cozy…read morechairs to sit in. They didn't have many professional books or books that you might need for career development but there was a decent selection of other types of both non fiction and fiction. This location does not offer book consignment or book trade.

What a marvelous little bookstore! Exudes the love of reading culture in every corner!…read more Now this is a small bookstore with mostly newer releases but very well curated and the staff is very personable and are engaging in lovely literary conversations the whole time you are there. Ample kids books and basic collection of classics. They also have coffee and tea as well as it looks like book club programming. I left feeling very good!

Such a great bookstore. This is my second time here and I think every time I visit Charleston I'll…read morecome back. It has a good selection of books to include kids books.

Thanks to Yelp, I found this super cute hole-in-the-wall book store! At first look it doesn't look…read morelike much, but don't let that fool you. This is the perfect spot for any major bookworm like myself to offer up trades and revive a decent store credit. Majority of their books are between $3-$5. They have a decent selection and lots of collections/sets available. The book tender is super helpful and a writer herself, how cool right? One thing I thought was pretty neat is they put out a monthly newsletter, full of the up and coming books, daily sales, prayer chains, local and community news! It reminded me of the College Daily News I used to check for each month, but set for all the book savvy readers. They also have an AMAZING sale on Wednesday's and Sundays, all books $5 and under for $1, score! I personably found three Jodi Picoult hardback books for roughly $9, all in excellent condition. They also have little nick knacks and random items available for sale (jewelry, bookmarks, etc.) My son was with me and of course he found four trucks that he wouldn't put down, but for .50 a truck, I couldn't pass them up! He's been playing with them non-stop for the past few hours, best $2 I spent in a long time, haha! For roughly $11 I have things to occupy myself and my son, win/win in my book!

Will I ever go E-book? Perhaps, but not for the foreseeable future. My many titles are a big part…read moreof my home, they give more soul than it already has, a source of conversation and comfort. Three hardcovers from the outside Sale Table for a dollar is not to be passed upon. Learning or enjoying from some words, costing just a few cents is music to my ears. Gradually graduating from hinged arm to basket, to box to cart, I had my fill --- for the day. And to think, I was that close to driving by and missing the posted sign reading BOOK SALE, clearly the reading gods were on my side once again. Now at the checkout desk, I spoke with the owner just for a few moments. The woman before me allowed me past, I believe she was asking for credit -- credit for books, immediately making me both happy and sad. I wanted so much to give her money but thought better of it for the possible embarrassment aspect. This store is a special place, a return to the good and simple things in life that I hold dear. Rows of books, writing implements, candles and a peaceful easy feeling you can not get just anywhere.