Great little indie bookstore. Small but mighty, located in quaint downtown McMinnville. Third…read moreStreet Books is well curated and they have a lot of insightful handwritten staff recommendations placed by selected books, which is something we really appreciate about a good indie. We got a fascinating nonfiction book on the unseen world of plant intelligence for our botany fan, that we may not have otherwise picked up, thanks to a staff recommendation.

I absolutely love this little bookstore right in the middle of the iconic Third Street…read more This has been my go-to bookstore for the last year and a half and they have always had what I am looking for - or will order it and get it in quickly for pickup. I never feel like I am overpaying for a book, which I often do at other smaller book retailers. The value is great, the service is always friendly, and I am always so excited for my next visit.

Powell's is a bibliophile's dream: aisle upon aisle, floor upon floor of new and used books; great…read morereviews and recommendations by the employees; and nearly daily readings/talks on the top floor. I like that Powell's feels more like a library than a store, so you can spend as much time as you'd like browsing and lingering over the titles. And if you ever need a Portland souvenir, there is a nice selection of tchotchkes, stickers, and shirts. This is a landmark for a reason - it has soul.

Date of visit: May 11, 2026…read more This place is often listed as one of the best bookstores in the country, if not the world, and I could see why after traversing its many floors and aisles! An emporium of both new and used books (always make sure you check the price sticker on the back before purchasing in case you really need a new version of a book), there is a little bit of everything here. In addition to books, this is a great stop for souvenirs including pins, local snacks, lines, and mugs. If you're short on time, you can kill two birds with one stone here at Powell's. If you're not short on time, seek out a pass for the Rare Book Room and scope out the treasures on display there. Like everywhere else in Portland, bathrooms do have a code, so seek out an employee before looking to use the facilities.

The Waucoma Bookstore is clean and spacious. There was a nice variety of books and the staff was…read morefriendly. We browsed for a while, and there was something for everyone. This was a fun little stop. Check it out if you are in the neighborhood!

Charming bookstore right on Oak, wander in and you won't be disappointed! For a small bookstore,…read moreit's well organized and has a varied selection, including a children's area in the back, a section on hiking up front, current fiction and non fiction displayed on large tables and lots of treasures in between. They have a section called "Blind Date With a Book" where the books are wrapped in brown paper and a sticker indicates if it's a thriller mystery, adult romance, family life or whatever. What a clever idea and a great way to promote books from new authors. They carry cards from local artists with beautiful nature photography or drawn images. In addition to books, there are puzzles, coloring books and colored pencils, PNW stickers, coasters with funny sayings, even calendars. I didn't realize that people still use the printEd version! Staff is friendly and helpful. All Covid protocols are followed, which I appreciate. Since it's a small store only 9 customers are allowed in at a time which isn't an issue. At the cash register there are delicious local chocolates and treats for that spontaneous purchase to go with your new read!

This brand new bookstore just opened. I was curious, so I checked it out…read more It's all bright and clean and new. The workers seemed friendly and there were quite a few other customers there, within an hour of opening. But it never seemed crowded and remained pretty quiet. Here and there they have chairs and tables, so it could be a nice place to sit down with a book for a while. The rows are not straight, so it was a little hard to navigate the store. There were lots of books, but also lots of other things on sale. Puzzles, toys, records, pop culture gifts, and stationary/journals. They had a whole Harry Potter section with the books, of course, but lots of other Potter paraphernalia, like toys, mugs, etc. The signage over some of the sections was missing letters, I think whatever adhesive they used to affix the letters had issues with the curving surface of the book shelves. This store also had lots of events with authors on their event calendar. The cafe seemed like it had the regular snacks and beverages on offer, but I didn't look too hard at the menu. I don't really buy books much anymore (recovering book hoarder here), but this seems like a good addition to the bookstores in the area. I was a little surprised to hear of a new corporate bookstore opening up, but I see they are covering their bases a bit by selling tons of other gifts (and food) along with books. I bet this place will be packed leading up to the holidays!

Although I am fanatical about giving my trade to independent bookstores, I have regularly purchased…read morehere. It fills a niche in the book market. If a hot book hits the market, the holds at the library will stack up six deep and you have to wait a year to borrow a copy. Also, the library is no longer a reference library, and if you want a classic out of the past, you can find it here. New books are expensive, but that is not this firm's fault. I enjoy getting a coffee and reading my purchase before I leave. The bathrooms need a code for access but employees have been gracious in giving it to me and indeed the behavior of all the employees has been impeccable. I invariably leave in an enhanced mood.

Very congenial atmosphere. Friendly service, a wide selection of books. Going back today!read more

The owner is so much fun to chat with. Great selection with a huge amount of fantasy/sci fi…read more Both new and used. If you like reading make this a stop.

We stopped here after fruit-looping last summer. This place is really nice. The owner was very…read morehelpful!

Bloody fabulous shop! Rather bonnie location near the water and bridge area. The shop has tons of…read morebooks to choose from, I found plenty excellent things. They also have a nice selection of Star Wars and Dragon Lance books. They make their own shirts as well! Ok so about the bad art, there's plenty of bad art! And it's brilliant lol! You can buy all the art on the wall. They also sell local made soaps that smell like heaven. Value is great as well, many paperbacks 3-4$. There's new and used here. Cheers!

We were in Willamette Valley a few weeks ago for wine tasting but before heading out we grabbed…read moresome caffeine here. Such a cute bookstore with a lovely coffee bar in side. Charming building with wonderful upper windows and open space. Love that there are table to sit down even though we were getting it to go. Two of my friends are pretty much purest just drip or an americano. I had a chai and my other friend has a matcha. The Chai was a little sweet for my taste but was still good. The staff was very friendly and helpful answered my friend's questions about one of the roasts so they're well informed about the coffee they serve definitely would visit again.

I loved the vibe of Chapters Books & Coffee. I really want to go back and sit for a few hours with…read morea coffee and a book in their big, spacious cafe. I stopped by for a little coffee in the morning before a soccer game and loved it so much that I went back for a second one after the game! I'm also really interested in trying their fun and unique ice cream flavors. They looked really good.

Updated - It's been several years since my last visit and review of this story.....boy has it…read morechanged!!! Heather has been the owner of Literary Leftovers for three years now....and her store looks awesome!!! Clean, organized, a small sitting area, coffee and hot chocolate for sale.....this is a great way to spend an afternoon!! The books are very reasonably priced, and you can see she takes care what she brings in....I saw no books that were damaged or overly worn. Lastly, if you bring in books to donate the store, she offers a discount on whatever you purchase that day! A nice win-win!

I love a good used bookstore and this one is amazing. My husband and I stopped by and I could have…read morestayed for hours. The decor is cozy, the selection is wonderful and the kitty makes the place for me. I will definitely be back.

Coming in you can tell this shop has a great vibe. They may not be massive, but they have a very…read morebroad range of books to pick from. We went in and everyone in the family was able to find something fun to read. The music selection is fantastic and the chairs are very comfy. Grab a coffee, come on in, and browse! You'll be glad you did!

Clean and quaint little bookstore with friendly staff and welcoming vibe that sits in a Ridgefield…read moremini-mall. Selection isn't huge, but is still surprisingly good considering the small size of the store. They don't sponsor book clubs themselves, but do allow at least one book club to meet there weekly.

White Oak Books was a surprise. Stepping in, it was way bigger than I thought it would be. The…read moreselection was fantastic! We roamed the isles, and I found a few books that were on my reading list. One was an employee pick, so I think they have good taste in reading materials! Great book selection, very helpful staff!

My favorite new book store with great selections, perfect ambience. Great card section, and…read moreinvolved staff. It's wonderful to have a local, independent bookstore with easy parking and fair pricing. I'll come back again and again.