Whenever we visit cities outside our hometown area, we always look for bookstores ... used books…read moreor new. On this visit to Charlotte, NC we stopped in at the Book Rack. Besides a focus on mystery and thrillers, they really had most genres covered. Most of the books here ... and they claim tens of thousands of books ... are used, and are generally on consignment from somebody. So quality varies, and you might find two copies of something in very different conditions and at matching price points. That being said, the selection was exceptional and well worth investigating. The Book Rack had an especially large selection of kids books ... which was great for us. The only downside of some of these large holdings is that they aren't all classified and organized. Sometimes a certain genre will just be stacked in crates or boxes ... but don't let that dissuade you. There are treasures to be found here. If you like books and enjoy the hunt, this place is for you. Recommended.

Kimber was Very helpful gave me options for a book I requested. It was not in but said someone…read morewould call me when it came in. Linda

Friendly staff, its times i enter a place like this i wonder. Is my indoor voice too loud am i…read moreobnoxious. Or are they not used to seeing black people read books. Staff was chill, patrons watched me like i had the plague or something. I guess we'll never really know. Oh yea the bathroom floor was sticky. Like melted candy sticky. Not in one spot. It was like everywhere. I dont even want to know why. But whatever. Nice place.

Always love coming to Barnes & Noble, they have a wide selection of books in all genres and toys…read moreand some miscellaneous items. They have lots of cute gift packages, perfect for Christmas birthdays, or any occasion. Love all the stuffed animal toys that go to children's books. It just gives that extra touch when reading your favorite books. employees were welcoming, courteous, helpful, and friendly. Book prices are pretty much the same as other bookstores. They did have some good sales though.

Amazing local book store. The staff were all so sweet and friendly. They offered up lots of local…read morerecommendations. The book selection is fantastic with just enough to not get you overwhelmed and pricing is competitive. We both picked out several books to entertain ourselves!.

Such a cute, dog friendly bookstore! It's in a busy plaza, so very easy to swing by after brunch on…read morea weekend morning, you can even get ice cream after. The staff was so nice! They keep dog treats at the register and easily engaged us in conversation. I found exactly what I was looking for and then some!

I've always loved Barnes & Noble. Growing up, it was one of my favorite places to escape for a few…read morehours with a good book or spend time studying, so every time I visit one, it brings back that same comforting feeling. This location is especially nice because it's two stories and has such a great variety of books and gifts. Whether you're into history, business, fiction, religion, children's books, or even board games and puzzles, there's something for just about everyone. I also loved how each section included little descriptions and recommendations to help you discover something new instead of just browsing shelves. I went in looking for a book on Mongolian history and warfare as a gift, and I was pleasantly surprised by how many options they had in that section. I also spent some time browsing in the religion section, which had a nice selection of Bibles, devotionals, and Christian books. I ended up finding the cutest bookmark to go with my gift. I do wish they had a few more bookmark designs to choose from since there were only a couple of rotating displays, but I still found a couple I loved. One thing I think could be improved is finding specific books. The website does a great job showing whether a book is in stock, which saved me a trip, but I wish it also told you the aisle or exact section. It took me a little while to find both the history book I wanted and another book in the business and technology section. It wasn't a huge issue, but it would've made shopping a little easier. The café is another reason I enjoy Barnes & Noble. I love that you can grab a coffee, find a comfortable spot, and spend time reading without feeling rushed. It really makes the store feel like more than just a bookstore. The cashier was incredibly kind and made my visit even better. We ended up talking about the bookmark I picked out, and she even took a moment to write down the Bible verse I had on my phone because she loved it so much. She also explained the membership program and everything that comes with it, including the tote bag, without ever making it feel like a sales pitch. She saw my rewards and let me know how close I am to getting a deal on my next book purchase too. The store itself was clean, including the restrooms, and I appreciated how organized everything was. The only other challenge was finding an employee when I had a question. There didn't seem to be many associates on the floor, so it took a little while to find someone to help. Thankfully, I didn't mind exploring because that's part of the fun at Barnes & Noble anyway. I also have to mention how adorable the children's section was. It was thoughtfully put together with books, games, educational toys, and fun gifts, making it a place that's just as enjoyable to browse as the rest of the store. Overall, this is a great location with a huge selection, a relaxing atmosphere, and friendly staff. I'll be happily back!

Love this barnes & noble location. It's very spacious and has a 2nd level. Very organized and well…read moreput together. While we were looking around, the nice lady asked us if we needed help finding a particular book. And she was able to answer all of our questions. Loved the willingness to help! They had some mark downs on some books, the prices are a bit high compared to ordering off Amazon, but I love the fact that you can grab a book and read it, and no one bothers you. This alone makes it worth the price! I hate that this is so far from me, but will always make it a point to stop by when we're in the area.

This is a very cool place! They had everything! Games, books, merch, funko pop collection, DVDs. My…read moreson would lose his mind.

I went in this store to look for some dvds. I found the Inuyasha 2nd season box set in there priced…read moreat 14.95 on the 2nd and Charles tag which is what it's priced at new on Amazon. However, it had a different tag on the back that said 11.99. The dvd only goes for 8 dollars on eBay so I was a bit confused, especially considering it was a used box set and the dvds had scratches on them. I went to the front to see if they could mark it down and they said that they couldn't and that the old tag didn't matter. Before leaving I saw the associate I was speaking to rip off the old tag before putting it back on the shelf. This store is a scam, support local used media shops.

On my way to saphora we stumbled across this Barnes and Noble right next door. My son is a bookworm…read moreso we decided to stop by. We were hit with an Aroma of freshly brewed coffee, and everything looked nice and organized. They had a section with toys and we looked through the toys and eventually moved to the back where the kids section was. It was immaculately out together and they had some really great books on display! My son was so intrigued by all the different options and grabbed a few books to read for a bit. I just loved the organization and the cute decorations. It was hard to leave when we finally did, but we'll def be back to this location!

Shout out to Miles! He always makes the best coffee and has great customer service…read more Really love the staff recommendations in the different book sections as well, always appreciate their insights and suggestions

The store is clean and well organized. Prices are even better! I found a throw pillow that retailed…read moreat $20 from At Home that I got for $4! Lots of light fixtures and furniture. They even have DVDs and books. Staff was friendly. Highly recommend!

I was pleasantly surprised at the wide variety of furniture and other items, all in good condition!read more

I love how big this Store is and how they utilize every inch of space without feeling overcrowded…read more I won't say it's the least expensive restore in the area, but it is moderately priced. Some things are more then I expect to pay and more than some of the other restores in the area, but some things are less. Everyone is always friendly and helpful and I love going here looking at their full used kitchens that they sell.

A $25 stick!? The question is less who donated a stick and more who decided to price this stick. At…read morea thrift store no less.