Books and Books has a long history with Miami. The flagship store is located in a beautiful 1927…read morebuilding listed in the Coral Gables Register of Historic Places. Mitchell Kaplan founded Books & Books in 1982 in a 500 sq ft space in Coral Gables when he realized that he loved books more than going to law school. Somehow this independent book seller has managed to stay in business in a time when most books are bought online. One of the ways they have stayed relevant is by hosting over 60 author events every month. Books & Books sponsors one of my favorite events every November, the Miami Book Fair, when 300 hundred authors converge on the Wolfson Campus of Miami Dade College for a week of one of a kind literary events. The fair was started in 1984 by Miami-Dade College Wolfson Campus President, Eduardo J. Padrón and Mitchell Kaplan in partnership with the Miami library system. Many famous people, artists, athletes, politicians, and celebrities have come to Miami to speak about their books at the fair. It is now the largest literary festival in the country. I discovered this small Books & Books outpost while exploring Bal Harbour Shops. It might be one of the only stores I can afford in the entire mall. As soon as you walk in the heavenly smell of books engulfs you. I wish they sold it is a perfume. On the wall and tables are a good selection of the latest best sellers, popular fiction, children's book, and non fiction. They also sell reading glasses. In a time when most books stores have been shuttered, it is wonderful to see that Books & Books has managed to keep the literary loving community engaged.

Such a cute gem... nothing like it in the city. Miss this place…read more Xoxoxoxooooxoxooxxxoxx

The Little River Business District's new spot called Booktanica has brought the earthiness of a…read morelocal farmers market together with a nifty artistical approach to a vintage boutique merged with properly procured handmade goods to bring this boho chic spot to life. Focused on artisanal goods, this bookstore brings the imagination to life throughout its aisles adorned with jams, handmade jewelry, accessories, floral arrangements, art and so much more. Plus, everything is locally-sourced and supports our community. It's a collective artistic vibe that sets this place apart from the rest. Every item sold here comes with a backstory and really brings out the raw talent our community has. There's nothing like it in the area which is why I recommend paying them a visit. It seems like the whole strip of this center has something cool to offer. The business next door is Nerdvana which is the perfect extension of this spot offering rare collectibles of noteworthy comics and figurines for the 80's kid on your shopping list. The best part of Booktanica is the passion behind the project. Visions like these often get dulled out and rarely come to life. It's nice to see such intricate expertise come together to bring this quaint boutique to fruition so effortlessly. I promise every corner has something worth your time. Oh & if you tell Rob that you found out about this place on Yelp, he gives you a high five. True story. Awaken the hipster in you & go nerd out in style :)

Wow! What a great gem... the items here are top notch and top shelf! The food and drinks are…read moredelicious. The service is stellar. This is totally my new favorite place!

I love bookstores! This location is the best. It's a really large store with excellent service and…read morea terrific selection. They had a large selection in the clearance area and also had many things on sale throughout the store. The service was really good both on the floor and the register.

I came regularly buy coffee and pastries like to sit down.. but the guy at the cashier was very…read morerude deny me the code just to use restroom. Unbelievable wont coming back

I loved this so much!!! What's better than recycling books and sharing them for free?? They have a…read morelarge selection of all types of books, in different languages, some look brand new. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. You can also schedule an appointment to take in donated books. They have events for children once a month too. You are missing out if you don't stop in!

Lovely selection, very well organized and caring staff! Was so happy to visit this location, had…read morebeen to the location in south beach in the past.

Certainly one of my favorite independent bookstores in the gables!…read more Nestled within the quaint and charming neighborhood ofCoral Gables, this dainty bookstore has all you need and more. Whether it's a solo trip for a quick purchase or a meeting spot for a quick bite and leisurely stroll, they have everything you need and can cater to any in search of some good books without the secondhand hassle. The open courtyard at the entrance has a bar offering light lobster options and wine. The floor plan has a winding maze-like layout making your browsing experience much more interesting. They also host book signing events with local authors so checking their social media pages is a good way to sneak peak what's in store. They have something for every reader and even plenty of independent and local newspapers. The staff is very helpful and they're quick to help you find whatever material you're searching for. The prices are reasonable and there's plenty of categories to choose from. It's perfect to come here when you want a chill activity without the hustle and bustle. There are deals on the wine bottles during the week so check their calendar. I recommend this place over the conglomerate booksellers because they really support local business owners and their prices are extremely attractive for the range they offer.

One of my favorite authors was having a book signing event and I couldn't miss it. Although I've…read morebeen to this location years ago, it felt larger with lots of things to do. I wish I had more time to explore. Parking areas were everywhere but it took a little bit to find close by street parking outside of the garage. Great space and event.

Excellent service great attention large selection of titles good recommendations the best Spanish…read morebookshop on Miami. Highly recommended.

Altamira is a Spanish only book store, so if you don't know the language stop reading the review…read morebelow: ¡Me encanta esta librería! Hay tantos libros que no hamos puedido encontrar en otras tiendas- te todo tipos. Cada ve que you regreso me prima a ver cómo a crecido y los nuevos títulos disponibles. Bien echo- sigue con el buen trabajo.

BANH Loves You, located inside a bookstore in Coconut Grove, is such a cool hidden gem. The vibe is…read moreunique and cozy, making it a great stop for coffee or a casual bite. I had the Vietnamese iced coffee, and it was really good--smooth, bold, and refreshing. We also tried the short rib sandwich with pho broth and the lemongrass grilled chicken sandwich (which I prefer), and both were packed with flavor. Fresh ingredients, great sauces, and definitely a spot worth checking out.

So many interesting things. Amazing service. Great prices. Very good selection of books. They have…read morecoffee, matcha and bahn mi sandwiches

This is my second time visiting this store. I didn't have time the last time I was there, but I…read moremade sure today I went upstairs and I found the forbidden city book on China. The young lady was very friendly and they are shipping the book to my home excellent resource.

I love a bookstore but this is the first luxury book store I have ever found. You can find…read moreAssouline on the second floor of the Bal Harbor Shops. Assouline was founded in Paris in 1994 by Prosper and Martine Assouline. The couple were inspired by their knowledge of culture and travel and they wanted to create a luxury brand of books that reflected their passion. The couples first book La Colombe d'Or was created in their Paris basement in 1994. It is about their favorite hotel in the South of France and Martine wrote the text and Prosper took the photographs. Their first collection of books focusing on designers and fashion, the Memoire collection was released in 1996. In 2003 Assouline opened in a corner of Bergdorf Goodmans and in 2006 they opened the first standalone boutique in Paris in 2006. Since their first book Assouline has published 1,700 titles in three main collections along with with special editions. Subjects include architecture, art, design, fashion, gastronomy, lifestyle, photography, and travel.In 2010 Assouline began designing, producing, and selling furniture along with accessories, luxury gifts, and library accessories. They also offer a design service which creates libraries for individual clients homes and hotels. Books run in the hundreds of dollars. There are white gloves available if you want to touch them. This is the place to come for the perfect house warming gift if you know the recipients interests. Or maybe a life size astronaut would be the perfect touch to a home library. If price is no object, Assouline has a store filled with delights.