Family run business for many years. Nice ambience and a great selection of souvenirs, western and…read morevictorian wear, with also some food and grocery items. It's not Costco but it's enough to get the essentials. The store it's self was established in 1864 and serviced the prospectors during the great gold strike of Alder Gulch. The people are friendly and know a bit of the towns history as well. I stop and shop there on my yearly journey to this area and love the feel of the place. Like traveling back in time. PS, the fishing is great nearby.

What a fabulous gem of a place! Ladies, if you are looking for amazing, comfortable, REAL cotton…read moreclothing with beautiful detailing you have to stop by Rank's. The dainty white cotton pajamas are the best! The owner is wonderfully helpful and will do everything to help you find what you are looking for. Best place to buy ice cream or a dozen eggs in a pinch too! LOVE the store!

Great selection of new and used books thoughtfully curated with a deep knowledge, understanding and…read morerapport with local issues in mind. Also some musical instruments, art and gifts. I'm jealous that such a small community can support an independent bookstore for so long (30+ years!) - many cities/towns much bigger in size can't do what the owner has done here - and it's amazing! Keep up the great work - can't wait to come back!

From the owner: Books Galore and so Much More! We are an independent bookstore located in the heart of…read moreSouthwestern Montana. We have a wonderful selection of books for all ages. We specialize in Montana, Western Americana and Children's Picture Books. We carry greeting cards, many created by local artists and photographers. If you need guitar strings and other musical accessories we are your one stop shop. You will find magnets, journals, bookmarks, book covers, and book lights. We do special orders, offer shipping, free gift wrap with purchase, gift certificates and local delivery. We love to spend our day talking to people that want to talk about books all day.

Ordered a book (via Amazon) in January. A month later, it still hasn't arrived--they just "created…read morea label" to bypass Amazon protocol and then never shipped it. Of course, they also didn't respond when I messaged them. So, I had to order it full price new from Amazon. They may be fine in person, but avoid online. You won't get what you ordered. Now I am just waiting for a refund. Hard pass. PS: They're known as "Isle of Books" online, but same address.

Had a great experience here when I wandered in (any bookstore is a hazard for me, but especially…read moreused ones :-) ). The guy working asked if I was looking for anything in particular and I just pulled up my Amazon wish list and started reading off titles. They had five of the ten I read out and I stopped myself before I got into any more trouble.

What an odd little store. I liked it, in a weird sort of way. I don't know if the current social…read moredistancing environment has made this store less likely to carry a lot of inventory, or if it's just this way all the time. This is a stop if you need something, probably something off-the-wall, are in a hurry and don't want to drive the 15 miles or so to the larger towns. It's an odd mix of things: books about the area, survival guides (not a bad thing to have in this part of the state), clothing, some cans of miscellaneous food, candy, toys, a few fishing lures, and the requisite touristy stuff. I almost have the feeling it's set up for those in the nearby cabins on a fishing vacation who don't want to take the time to drive somewhere. If you're hiking in the area and need something quick, Granny's will meet the need. But, like Tom B noted in his review, there's no gas station here, so if that's what you need, keep driving. Granny's Country Store is quirky. I sort of like that.

It is one of the most interesting book stores that you will see. It is owned by Matt and Renee,two…read moreof the nicest people in town.

I love bookstores. Though I would say that I didn't read as much as I currently do now, bookstores…read morereminded me of libraries and yes, the books weren't free but all the books brought me joy. I believe that Barnes & Nobles does have a free rewards program as well as a premium one that you pay an additional to get more perks. So if you like to buy actual physical books, then it would probably behoove you to get it. When we visited this place (it's near the mall well between the mall and the movie theater), it was Thanksgiving time so a lot of the items for sale were leaning Christmas. They have a lot of other items besides books like legos, toys, crafts, etc. They also had a coffee shop and seating which is what I love about bookstores. When I was still going to school, I would just hole up at a table with my laptop and work, buy a drink, and just go. This time around, I didn't buy anything and just perused. It's sometimes just nice to walk up and down the aisles and look at what books are available or just play around with the toys. Great place to waste a bit of time and perhaps grab some coffee and stumble on a good book or two.

They have a very diverse selection of books and I love how welcoming the atmosphere is. It's so fun…read moreto walk around for hours picking your next book. I love it there!!!!!!

Great service, friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast burrito was made fresh and so good. Coffee…read morewas great too.

Book Peddler ended up being one of our favorite discoveries in West Yellowstone. In a town where…read morebreakfast options can be somewhat limited, service can move at a different pace than larger cities, and many establishments don't open particularly early, Book Peddler fills a nice niche by serving good coffee, made-to-order breakfast items, and offering a genuinely enjoyable bookstore to browse before heading into Yellowstone. I'd still suggest checking their website for seasonal hours, but we found them open early enough to comfortably fuel up before entering the park. The coffee program is surprisingly strong for a small tourist town bookstore café. They offer several locally roasted coffees, including lighter roasts, darker roasts, and decaf options, along with espresso drinks and specialty coffee beverages. We found the coffee to be among the better options available in town. The breakfast menu was another pleasant surprise. Rather than relying solely on pastries or grab-and-go items, many of the offerings are prepared to order. You'll find breakfast burritos, sandwiches, vegetarian selections, and meat options, giving most travelers enough variety to satisfy differing tastes. It's one of the few places in West Yellowstone where you won't be steered towards elk or bison! During our visit they offered both vegetable and ham quiches, along with chili. Everything we tried was fresh, satisfying, and felt like a step above what we expected to find in a small gateway community. Service is solid, though perhaps not spectacular by large-city standards. Orders can take a little while during busier periods, but honestly it felt very much on pace with West Yellowstone as a whole. The staff was friendly, accommodating, and seemed genuinely interested in making sure guests had a good experience. Given the town's relative isolation and dependence on deliveries, it's also not uncommon for certain items to occasionally be unavailable, whether that's a specific milk option, produce item, or pastry. We found the staff to be upfront about availability, and it never materially detracted from the experience. The bookstore itself is worth spending some time in, even if you originally stopped by only for coffee. The selection leans heavily into Yellowstone, national parks, western fiction, travel, and regional history. It's a much better place to find a unique souvenir or gift to bring home than another shop selling the same T-shirts, magnets, and trinkets found throughout town. Final Thoughts: Book Peddler quietly does several things well at once. It's a good coffee shop, a surprisingly strong breakfast stop, and an independent bookstore that rewards browsing. If you're spending a few days in West Yellowstone, I would recommend making at least one morning visit before heading into the park. We enjoyed it enough that it became part of our Yellowstone routine. -AC

Bookstores. All bookstores are good even when they're not all books…read more Luckily, this store is books along with some games, comfortable seating, faux fireplace, keurig machine, greeting cards, some miscellaneous gifts, and an amazing owner who is quick with a recommendation. The books here run the gamut in all genres, so there's likely going to be something that catches your interest. I like the name "Book Therapy" it conjures up different things, none of which have anything to do with therapy in the traditional sense, but more in the idea that books can be a therapeutic escape when you've hit overload on day to day stress. Having a coffee machine, a faux fireplace, and some games for the kids, also can work its magic and that must be where the "and more" comes in. I think the only thing missing might be a resident cat or dog, but sometimes books, coffee, and a comfortable chair are all you need. Book Therapy is worth a visit and is a surprising shop in this small town.

The cutest quaint super expansive and adorable bookstore in the heart of downtown Bozeman. It was…read morehard to not buy $100+ worth of books. Adorable bookmarks, enamel pins, and staff favorites posted throughout the store. Staff was so friendly!

What a treasure! This friendly bookstore has two floors of books, cards, magazines and travel maps…read more A great place to browse for picture albums of Montana and local folk history. There is a great selection of outdoor hiking and sports books. Something for everyone!

Huge huge selection of well-organized books. Staff very friendly and eager to help. Great…read moreassortment priced well. Store clean and well-lit. Convenient location.

I, for one, am a sucker for a good bookstore. It was one of my favorite places to go with my father…read morewhen I was a boy. Second Edition was just perfect. The staff was absolutely lovely and helped me with some pretty random requests. There was QUITE the selection and my wife and I were very impressed by the knowledge of the staff and it just felt warm. Thanks to all. We'll be returning.