My best friend was intrigued to visit Duttenhofer's so we decided to make a day trip to Cincinnati…read more Street parking and meter available but we opted for a nearby parking garage with reasonable rates. This bookstore has a wonderful vibe and its shelves are stocked. Some signs will steer you to categories but also look for small taped notes on the shelves, which breaks down the topic more granular. While some are organized alphabetically, other shelves will contain specific authors or series. My best friend was wowed by the drama and plays available. He also noted that several books he'd not been able to find anywhere were all here! I loved the vintage sections, especially children's books. Prices are written in pencil on the back cover and in some people have written inscriptions on the front cover. A book chosen for a specific someone. If you're a book lover make time to visit and slowly walk each shelf. Duttenhofer's is specific about their book genres, cutting out some you may be looking for, but overall it's a great experience to find something you didn't know you needed.

Duttenhofer's made me sad...not because its a sad place...but because we do not have book stores…read morelike this in Indianapolis where I reside. I remember as a child visiting a bookstore similar to this near my home. It was owned by an older couple and the concept was similar, you can buy old books as well as sell books to them to be sold. For my daughter, this bookstore was magical. She loves books, especially old books. There were so many treasures found at Duttenhofers from a Jamaican Cookbook, to an old Indianapolis travel guide from 1956 describing all the old buildings and its history in downtown Indianapolis....how cool is that!!! They also carried some first edition copies of books. The store is divided by subjects and its clearly marked. Its not new, so its not like walking into a Barnes and Nobles, its almost like walking into a treasure chest flea market, you just never know what you will find.

The Bookshelf is a hometown staple. I have been going here 35+ years. If they don't have the book…read moreyou're looking for in New or Used they will order it for you. They can even help track down some out of stock books. This was a sad year with the original owner Chris passing but it is still going strong. Mary and Rahe do a great job with customers and making suggestions. Don't hesitate to ask if you're overwhelmed by the small town independent set up, the ladies can absolutely point you in the right direction. Prices are great and they buy books as well and give great store credit.

This is an amazing little store stacked to the brim with every kind of book you can imagine!!! Rows…read moreand rows of books!!! Shelves to the ceiling!!! It is truly a reader's paradise!! They have new and used books!! They buy books for credit in the store! Staff has always been so very friendly!!! Absolutely love this place!!!

A bookstore with a resident cat! I could not resist stopping in. The store seems small but a lot…read moreis crammed in, including some really kitschy cool decor (many discreet 'not for sale' signs to be noted) as well as a lot of items featuring cats that resemble Winnie, the shop cat. There also is a second floor which may be dedicated to a children's area; not positive as I didn't go up there. I am always on the lookout for old books as in 70-plus years, but not a whole lot in that department here as far as sorted items. There was a big stack of aged books but not catalogued. Believe me, I would have gladly pulled up a stool and reviewed the entire stack but as is often the case, the impatient husband was waiting in the car so I couldn't prolong my visit. I did grab a great sci-fi classic by Isaac Asimov; the book is pretty beat up but one dollar! Also spotted a tote bag featuring cats and books so that went home with me for sure. There are places to sit if you want to chill and read for a while. The lady behind the counter indicated that I could contact them for any old books I am searching for. Happy that they have Sunday hours and looking forward to a future visit.

A gem of a local bookstore. Staff have always been kind. Decent selection of used books. Hosts MANY…read morefun events. Worth checking out. P.S. located right next to an Italian restaurant and Whitt's custard shop 10/10 date night.

Pretty cool experience, this bookstore was huge. I thought they had a wide-range of book. Service…read morewas good. People were really friendly and the book store was packed! In a day in time in which everything is online or digital. It was a joy to see people buying books!

Best Bookstore in the USA!! It is where I go whenever I am looking for a book! The staff is also…read moreexcellent!

In an increasingly digital world, I'm relearning to find joy in physical books that keep me off my…read moredevices. The Florence Barnes & Noble is a great place to browse for books and enjoy a coffee and a treat. I love how they support local authors, too. The staff is warm and welcoming and ready to help you find your next read.

My brother and I needed a book last minute for a white elephant party. The only bookstore with the…read moredesired book was in Florence. We were in Kenwood and called the store to confirm that it was in stock. Alex confirmed it was and set it up front under my last name. She went above and beyond, which allowed us to easily get in and out. Our cashier was Grace and she was helpful, as well. Both employees were wonderful! Thanks for making this trip easy for us!

This is the stuff dream bookstores are made of!…read more Wow, what a gem. Discovering Village Lights Bookstore was a highlight of our recent day trip to Madison. This two-story shop has a well curated array of new and used books, as well as some books printed by an in-house publisher. It also had such interesting nooks and crannies to explore, like it's kids area with a fake fireplace and "room under the stairs" a la Harry Potter, Mark Twain room and closet-sized reading area dedicated to the late LGBTQ trailblazer Harvey Milk. The prices also seemed reasonable, and it had a large enough selection that you can find something good to read no matter your reading preferences. It was also fun to just peruse book covers post-COVID and post-way too much shopping online. Village Lights is such a special place!

If ultra-charming bookstores are your thing, then you'll be in heaven here. I didn't even know…read moreabout this place, but had to stop in after spotting it while walking around downtown Madison. The inside is cozy and feels like you're browsing someone's personal book collection in their home. If you're lucky, you might spot their 2 kitties hanging around! All of the books were well-organized and they have a lot of different categories to go through. There's even a cute little reading nook for kids. The bookstore shouldn't be missed whenever you find yourself in Madison!

Always a fun adventure at Kyoto's!! Brings you back to feeling like a kid again, wanna play street…read morefighter?or find some of the rarest toys from all ages. Love Pokémon? Graphic novels? They even have a section for local artists! Everything is very reasonably priced.let's not forget about amazing staff !

This is one of the more interesting comic book stores I have been to. I came to this store the…read moreother day looking for just comics but I found a lot more. Their selection of toys and games was excellent. They also have a great selection of old-school comics. To be honest I am not really that into antiques but this store made me want to get into such things. This store truly was like stepping back in time. I have a hankering to return here and go antique shopping. My recommendation for improvement is to get a better selection of new comics. That would make this a 5 star store. Bottom line: if you're looking for antiques or old-school comics or toys in the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana area, I would go here.

What a hidden (to me, at least until now) gem that I've driven by for years! Walking in and the…read moresmell of books smacked me hard in the face! What a great spot to find something! This space is small but filled with reading possibilities! I found many titles currently on my TBR and picked only one this visit. The have many genres from board books for babies to adult fiction and more. Kind and helpful staff got me checked out quickly. It's a great stop if you're a reader wanting to support local business.

Great Service, Selection and Value! Staff are very helpful if you have q's!! Consider going here…read morefirst if you like a BROAD selection! I could spend days here!

This is probably my favorite bookstore I've ever been to because it's cozy and very welcoming. The…read moreowners are awesome and super friendly. They also have an amazing espresso martini, considering they're still building out the bar program !! Sav Sips Cincy: 8.4 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUG1_9nkb8H/?igsh=MXF6bHBzNDF2bXlhZA==

"Still round the corner there may wait / A new road or a secret gate" -- Bilbo, The Fellowship of…read morethe Ring. 100% love this little coffee shop book store and bar! I had a nice tasty iced coffee (vanilla/caramel) with a shot of bourbon. My fiancée and snuggled up on a little love seat while enjoying our drinks. They had a nice collection of books ranging from romance, fiction, fantasy etc. on social media you can see when they are doing DnD nights, movie nights, and more. The owner and staff working were very accommodating and pleasant. The atmosphere is adventurous and cozy. Overall, just a great experience and look forward to coming out on a movie night. The owner shared that they do like to show local productions. Can't wait and highly recommend folks to go out and support!