We visited Source Booksellers during a book crawl for a friend's birthday. I have been meaning to come here for years. I'm so glad I finally made it. It won't be the last time. The store is well lit with a great number of books available for sale. We ordered books for our book club and they had them available for us when we came in. They have great customer service and knowledgeable staff. They knew we were coming and had brownies and a few other treats ready for us. If you haven't been, stop in. read more

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Shopping on a Sunday and was looking for a Christmas gift so I stopped in again. I was looking for something specific so I asked the owner who was beyond helpful. I didn't and up finding what I was looking for but bought a few things for myself They do carry more non-fiction books than anything else but have a wide variety of children's literature and a good selection of fiction. read more

Source Booksellers - Bookstores Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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[Out-of-Towner Review] Black and woman owned independent bookstore. Need I say more?! No, but I will. Miss Janet was incredibly welcoming upon entering the bookstore and she did this for EVERY person(s) that walked through her door. It was so refreshing to be kindly greeted like she did. While this bookstore mostly focuses on non-fiction, they have a little of everything, so do not count them out if you're looking for something else. I personally like to support local authors when I travel and I was so happy they had an area where they called out local authors specifically. I was able to easily peruse the section and find a book that I thought would be a great read. Their selection is vast and the layout is super reader friendly. They also have a children's section. They have everything. If you are an audio or e-reader, they have an option to support them through an app or website. Just ask Miss Janet, she'll share how it works. I was specifically looking for a brand new release, which was of the romance genre, and Miss Janet looked it up in her system and said she had one copy on hand. She looked high and low for me and she finally found it. I was so excited that she had it! I had the loveliest experience at Source Booksellers and I would highly recommend anyone visiting the Detroit area to visit and patronage their independent bookstore! Miss Janet is a treasure and I'm lucky to have experienced her kindness. read more

Loved this bookstore in a great area! The owner showed me around and recommended some books for gifts. This is one of those stores you want to stay at for awhile and soak in all of the great authors. Loved it! read more

Source Booksellers - Bookstores Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

This bookstore is full of amazing books and amazing people! Everyone was so kind and helpful. I hope to return the next time I visit Detroit! read more

I've been a fan of Source Booksellers since their former location across the street but it just occurred to me that I never penned a review for their newer space in the Auburn building. I say "newer" because they've been here for at least 7+ years, so this is a massive oversight on my part! Well, I'm happy to right this wrong today. Primarily a non-fiction bookstore, this amazing Black owned business has been a staple of the Cass Corridor/Midtown for as long as I can remember. The owner, Janet, is incredible. So friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about a myriad of subjects and can give some fantastic recommendations if you're looking for something new to read. These days, a lot of folks are (rightly so) looking for resources on how to be a better ally or how to be anti-racist and they have a superb collection in this regard. Plus they feature a lot of books by Black authors in a variety of subjects, so you can support a Black author no matter what subject you're looking to learn more about. They also have a really robust section called "books by and about women" so you can specifically support women writers too. Currently the shop is closed to in store browsing due to the pandemic but their online shop is open at sourcebooksellersonline.com and you can order there for curbside pick up or call the shop during their designated hours of operation to speak to someone to place an order over the phone or chat with a bookseller for recommendations. I highly recommend you do this, they are such a wealth of great information and suggestions. They've also been hosting some great virtual events, conversations with authors and activists. You can find links to those as plus featured new releases and other spotlighted books on their website as well. Support your local indie bookstore! read more

The consummate locally owned book store. Incredibly friendly and knowledgeable owners and staff, great selection and wonderful neighborhood involvement. Their store is laid out beautifully and is always clean and neat. A pillar of the community! read more

Came here to get some Sauce to pour on my tasty books. Should have gone to Sauce Booksellers. This is an excellent bookstore and even if it wasn't a great bookstore I'd give it a decent rating because you should always support your little independent booksellers - but this one is actually one of the better ones. It's in a newly gentrified neighborhood and it does have a gentrified feel, but having said that it's still a really good shop, regardless of where it's located and there are some real gems and rare books in here to be found which you will like. read more

Source Booksellers - Name your source - Bookstores Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

My girl likes bookstores and this one has great reviews so I took her here and it lived up to the hype! It is nice that it is a small place, African American owned and owner is very tied into the books that are there and also the history of Detroit. Everything was a win for me. Working to read the book I bought so I can come back, chat some with the owner and take her up on her other recommendations. Small place but it is awesome. read more

Source Booksellers - Interior. North Wall of Books - Bookstores Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Always has popular books on their shelves. I really appreciate having my favorite reads so close at hand. Thank you Source Booksellers.

Ms. Adrian at this charming and beautiful bookstore was so helpful, kind and brilliant, I'm so so glad I decided to stop in!! I'm from Texas and have never even been to the state of Michigan and she took the time to tell me all kinds of places to go as well as some of the hidden gems here in Detroit! And I can't wait to start my new novel she helped me choose!! Just can't say enough amazing things about this bookstore! Not only a gift for your reading pleasure but a lil spoon full of sugar for your body, mind and soul! Adrian read more

Just ordered my copy of White Fragility because Amazon was sold out and wanted to support local, black owned book stores . Got Ms. Janet on the phone and we talked for 20 Ed minutes. What a gem! She's such a kind unassuming lady but so knowledgeable! read more

This place is so cute! I was walking to look for stocking stuffers at some of the local stores, and I had been looking for Gabrielle Unions book but I wasn't able to find it (TArget, Walmart, Barnes and Noble, etc), and I walked in and it was sitting right there! Great helpful staff, and they had alot of interesting books about the city as well read more

Amazing service, selections and atmosphere. Its the kind of book store that dreams are made of read more

Source Booksellers - Amazing selections and service!! - Bookstores Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

There are so many wonderful books here. The staff is welcoming and enthusiastic, and I appreciate the selection of books focused on 1) Detroit's history and 2) texts written by African-American authors. read more

The place itself is very nice with a lot of insightful books and other reading materials, particularly from Black woman authors. The owner however (elder grey haired lady) was extremely rude to both my mother as well as myself when we inquired with her regarding her selection. She was abrupt, and turned her nose up when we attempted to engage her around my mothers book. Cute space, but her energy needs a reset. Treating people with respect should be a bare minimum. read more

Great bookstore in the heart of Detroit and has tons of good books. The owner is very informative and helpful. Terrific black owned business read more

Superb bookstore (assorted non-fiction)! Nice space, brilliant owner. Met owner Janet today as I curiously nosed my way into the new Cass Ave location, where she treated me to a friendly tour of the brightly lit shop, talked about some new titles and hot-items (she really does have a wealth of knowledge on just about everything in the store). Politics, history, biography, religion/spirituality, Detroit authors/history. They do quite a lot of in-store events too which are worth popping in and learning about. I'll definitely be grabbing some summer reading here on my next paycheck. She claims it's a non-fiction specialty store - though i *did* spy some Octavia Butler in the very back... so if you're an escapist through and through, there's something here even for you. [if you're a fan of all the trendy milk-toast vampire/werewolf/fantasy movies of the last 8 years or so, you should really know Octavia Butler's books which were way ahead of their time, and a lot more interesting than the silver-screen ham that's being served today... I recommend Fledgling] read more

I thought I had written a review of this bookstore before and am sorry I didn't! Most amazing shop.... It's more than a bookstore. When I walk in here, I feel so welcomed like family. I'm wrapped in the warmth of kind people who sell amazing books and who have a passion and love for what they do. I always come out of here with a lighter wallet but fuller heart. read more

A great bookstore! It's within the Cass Corridor, which has made an amazing comeback. There's a great variety of shops in the area, and Source is no exception. They have a wide variety of nonfiction books, and there's something for everyone! The woman at the desk is truly passionate about books and very friendly. If you need help, she will be glad to help. She may have been the owner, but I'm not really sure. I went in Leap Day weekend and they were having a promotion: take a book from a basket (note: the covers were covered up!) and read it and write a review on it on its website. It was a really neat idea! read more

Source Booksellers - In case you need money for the meter! :) - Bookstores Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

WHOA! I've been giving a lot four and five stars lately, but I must just be picking the right spots. I was on Cass Ave for a meeting and just stopped in here on a whim. I was pleasantly surprised. As my fellow yelpers have said, Source Booksellers is a non-fiction store. They sell books about wellness, history, social issues and books about women by women. When you walk in it's like stepping into another world. The store is relaxing, it smells good and the staff is friendly. I was encouraged to hang out, read and sit while I was there. They have wifi and are welcoming of people who just need a place to sit and be still with a good book. The prices are also quite reasonable and they have a great selection of books about Detroit and its people. Go! Read and enjoy! PS, if you don't know what to pick up first, ask. The staff are very knowledgable. read more

This store is everything. If you're lucky, you'll visit on a day when the owner is there. She's wise and sassy. All non-fiction books but the best nonfiction books read more

This bookstore is incredible! Mostly non-fiction, but with some best sellers. Some of the coolest and most interesting books around. The staff are all incredible, especially Janet the owner. Organic chemistry for babies! Astronomy and astrology! There are some really great local events with authors. It's stocked with locally produced ayurvedic perfume, dark chocolate, and peanut brittle. This place is a serious gem. read more

I love this bookstore. Have costed several times. The owner is an exceptional resource. Great nonfiction selection. They have frequent readings and the shop is a wonderful part of the Cass community. read more

I love bookstore! The staff is always welcoming and we end up buying books every time just off their recommendations. If you are looking for books that are non-fiction then this is the right place. An excellent source of political and history books with an inviting atmosphere. read more

Very nice staff and a good selection of nonfiction books, many of which are connected to place. There is a comfortable and cozy atmosphere in the store and many spots to sit. read more

For years in the Cass Corridor, what a great, wonderful inviting warm bookstore! Ms. Jones is so knowledgeable and passionate about books and life. Her staff, is kind and always have wonderful suggestions about books and the different activities going on in the bookstore. You just want to curl up among the books and read. Our whole family, children and grandchildren always love visiting and supporting the bookstore. Truly something for everyone! read more

An amazing place to get something new to read. My first time in and I was greeted by the owner and she was the nicest lady. If I had another grandma, I would want it to be her. read more

Great atmosphere for looking at inspiring books. There is no boring books in this store and the owner is the friendliest woman. Check it out! read more

Super nice staff, with an interesting selection of books. A lot related to social justice and health, with some Detroit specific sections. Check it out! Definitely worth supporting a local business! read more

The best! There is nothing like a bookstore that lives its values. The selection is awesome and everyone there is very knowledgeable so they can weigh in on selections. It's a great spot to drop in and just ask what's new in the nonfiction world and especially in Detroit. They are going to have the best answers for you. Enjoy and support. Amazon will get by without you on this one... read more

Janet is so friendly and always gives great recommendations! The book selection is wonderful and so many options. Great place to grab a good read or a last minute gift. I would like to see more Detroit books in here too! I am happy to see independent book stores open in the city. read more