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    Talking Animals Books

    4.8 (49 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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    Temina C.

    What a cute and beautiful book store! They sell books for adults and kids located right off of main street in Grapevine. Its easy to miss so be on the lookout! The staff were great and if you just want to go there to relax and read a book, the upstairs of the bookstore has comfy seats, perfect for relaxation. The book are priced accurately compared to major bookstores. Love this place!

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    Kristina H.

    I LOVE this bookstore! They have so many great picks (including signed copies of the new Katherine Center book right by the entrance!). Today's purchase was for my kiddo, Babysitter's Club graphic novels. Talking Animals Books has a wonderful selection. The staff were so helpful and friendly as well. Thank you TAB, I'll be back for more!

    The outside of the mystery book I bought! So they wrap these books up and you pick based on the plot not the cover (see other picture)

    I LOVE this bookstore!! So cozy, beautiful, and just overall a happy place, such a cute children's area upstairs! And great children's graphic novel selection my son loves and just good selection for all ages. But my son gets excited about coming here and loves the reading nook/old ticket counter. If you're in grapevine you really do need to go here! Or check out their sister store down the road for more selection and coffee!

    Kurt V.

    Talking Animals Books is a charming indie bookstore just off of Main Street on Worth in Grapevine. It's clean and organized and has a nice vibe to it. The gentleman working there when I was there was welcoming and offered assistance as he greeted me. That was refreshing and probably the best service I received at any of the stores I visited in the historic downtown Grapevine area. My wife, a children's author, had told me about the store and about how neat it was and suggested I check them out sometime. I could see instantly the appeal, as it is the kind of bookstore one might see in a Hallmark movie. In fact, they were even recognized by and featured in USA Today's weekly spotlight on Independent Bookstores this past February. Not bad for a store that is only 2 years old! Being small, their selection in somewhat small too, but I will say, they make the most of their space, as it is well utilized. Maybe my wife being a children's author, or maybe because I myself am a kid that never grew up, my personal favorite section of the store was the children's reading nook, which is fashioned with a bank teller window in it, connecting the present to a past when the building used to be a bank in 1900. Legend has it that when it was a bank it was robbed by some of Bonnie & Clyde's "gang", but I cannot verify that. There are a lot of such claims in this area. Seriously, if I had a dollar for every building or bank in Texas that claims to have ties to Bonnie & Clyde, I would be a rich man. I also enjoyed the used book section which is housed in the upstairs part of the store, where there is also a Keurig machine (offering free coffee) and a lovely reading area. If you are a value hunter, the used book section, which is also close to the clearance section, is a section of the store you will want to visit! Review # 2045

    The entrance
    Angela B.

    (Copying my review from Google, but adding a few pictures this time) Stopped in on my mission to visit an independent bookstore in every state I visit this year, and I got so lucky for my Texas choice. This store is exactly what I want in my bookstore; great selection, cozy vibes, notes of recommendation, and cute reader centered gifts (earrings, necklaces, stickers...). Love!!

    Les G.

    Our book club met here and we voted and chose The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb for our first book. The Talking Animal bookstore is located in Grapevine, and is an adorable local indie-style shop. Inside they have a hidden cubbie that is a bank teller window, like from the Grapevine Home Bank. In 1932, the Grapevine Home Bank was robbed by J. Les "Red" Stewart and Odell Chambless, colleagues of Bonnie and Clyde. The shop is welcoming, very inviting. If you cannot find the book you want, they'll order it for you. Friendly and helpful personnel, with great recommendations!

    Alice and wonderland and Nancy drew book
    Blessing B.

    I called Talking Animals beforehand to see if they had copies of Alice in Wonderland and thankfully had a couple of copies to choose from. This charming local bookshop is located in historic downtown grapevine. The staff at Talking Animals are friendly and knowledgeable about the books/merchandise available. They also host different events, including a book club which is cool. They have two levels, the downstairs has books, apparel, jewelry and trinkets for sale and upstairs they have used and discounted books for sale. They have a charming bathroom as well which has a changing station for moms. I was delighted to see they had a Nancy drew book upstairs which I purchased along with the Alice in wonderland book. The prices are reasonable and the variety of books is impressive. I look forward to returning.

    Such a neat two-story nook with new and used books for all ages. Cheerful and helpful staff!

    Used book area upstairs with stuffy dragon:)

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    3 years ago

    Fabulous independent book store. Great selection and helpful sales associates. This place is truly a gem.

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    Thank you for coming by!

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    Thank you! Sorry you missed the party, there will be more to attend!

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    Wonderful bookstore with a great selection. Kids loved playing on the second floor. It was a magical bookstore for us all.

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    3 years ago

    Didn't seem to care if I was there or not. I asked about certain authors and they looked and said no they did not have them.

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