A book lovers paradise! If you enjoy being surrounded by stacks of books, or getting lost in small…read morebook aisles this place is for you. Important to note: cash only.

Excellent bookstore especially for book nerds like me.The owner will personally help you find the…read morebook you are searching for if it is in stock. He knows the exact place for it upon the thousands of books in his inventory. Prices are fair especially when one finds a rare or out of print book. A gem of a used book store. Kind and knowledgeable owner. Highly recommend!

Love this place! Try to go anytime Im in J'ville. Love that they offer trades. Sales counter staff…read moreare always nice, the trade counter folks are tolerable to deal with depends on who you get. Huge inventory on books, games, collectibles, instruments, comics. prices can be a little off but sometimes I can find good deals on used items.

I always enjoy visiting this location. Staff is so nice! Specifically the blonde man that wears…read moreleather jackets. He was very kind and helped me find gifts that would interest my friend. It's always clean and well organized here, even on holidays which is a very impressive factor. They have a large selection of books, accessories, blind boxes, games, clothing, and even some signed albums. I was able to find pristine Buffy comics for GREAT pricing! I highly recommend dropping by whether it is to buy, sell, or just look!

Very sweet staff, knowledgeable and helpful…read more The selection is wonderful and the prices are reasonable

Barnes & Noble's was very nice. The coffee Café area was very clean and very robust and the regards…read moreof having proficient and respectful employees and can definitely make a really adequate cup of coffee. The selection of books is definitely amazing as well as very organized, especially when it comes down to books and things for children's education and development

We always stop in at the beginning of beach week to find great reading material! Nice staff!read more

I was so happy to find a book store at the beach! And I found a book I have been searching for &…read morepurchased a few more :) Ladies were so nice. The store is so organized. I can't wait to come back!!

My son found this hidden gem as he was looking for some books to read. The Used Bookery is very…read moreunassuming and very unique bc it has a consignment shop with ladies clothes inside it too. You can find books, magazines, textbooks and books for the kiddos! Oddly enough, I wasn't looking for anything but found a book I've been wanting to read for a while now. And it just showed itself! Right there staring right at me near the register! Best $5 I ever spent! Such a fun vibe! The nice lady behind the counter was kind and knowledgeable! Go check it out!

Selection seemed good but you won't find any newer or recent titles--the down side to used books…read morebut not the shops fault. Overall it was a bit chaotic with books everywhere but it adds to the personality of the place. There are a lot of more common authors like Koontz, James Patterson, etc. There was a fair amount of each category and the lady at the desk greeted us and was helpful. I think the prices were fair although I didn't find anything I was specifically looking for (my to be read list is already pretty long)

Well organized and the employee was very helpful! I always search for books from my childhood first…read moreat used bookstores, so I was thrilled to walk in see the children's books immediately next to the entrance. I walked right in and hit the mother load! The cashier knew the value of certain rare items, which was comforting, though it made it a little pricier for me. Still wonderful to find so many books I was looking for in one place, and in person (as opposed to online). Would definitely return!

By far, one of our favorite places to visit when we are in town! Derby makes for a great host and…read morewe always find interesting books to bring home!

My two guys were in heaven on our recent visit to 2nd & Charles! There's definitely something for…read moreeveryone inside these four walls! Books galore and all sorts of other novelties! There's even a new and used music section which includes vinyl! This is amazing! Several OG gaming systems and games for sell, too. My teenage son spent over $150 this trip, mostly on manga books and novelty items. My child of the 60's found plenty of toys, too! I am a bookworm and this place made my heart smile! It's sort of a Spencers meets Barnes & Noble with a dash of Game Stop sprinkled in for that extra punch. I am certain that we will do the majority of our Christmas shopping here this year. Don't deny your inner child any longer, head on over to 2nd & Charles today for some indulgent, playful fun! My inner geek approves this review!

I haven't been to this place in a while but it hasn't changed at all. There is something in here…read morefor everyone young and old! Trade your items in such as games etc for store credit. I love it! Records from way back , books of all sorts , cds , and more of you are in the market for a good book or if you have books even textbooks you can bring them here for store credit or perhaps save on a college book you need.

When I tell you this bookstore is absolutely beautiful and eclectic, I truly mean it. From floor to…read moreceiling, the shelves are packed with books ranging from vintage finds and timeless classics to newer reads, making it feel like there is something here for every kind of reader. They also carry stunning leather bound books along with drawing supplies for the artists and creatives out there. Wandering through this bookstore felt like stepping into a magical little world that I genuinely did not want to leave. Even though we stopped in close to closing time, the owner never once made us feel rushed or like an inconvenience. She was incredibly welcoming, kind, and happy to have us there. This is exactly the kind of local shop I will happily return to again and again, not just to continue exploring the endless stacks of books, but to support and see the wonderful people who run it as well.

Stopped in here while visiting Wilmington and both my wife and I love a good bookstore. We had our…read moredog with us and dogs are welcomed as long as they are well-behaved. The staff was very nice and loved our dog and gave her lots of attention. This place goes back pretty far and has a large selection of old and new books. Worth checking out for the real bookstore heads out there.

Great selection, cozy space, can't wait to come back and wander the stacks when I have more time…read more Owners very friendly and easy to talk too

Photography by 3Spade7Star @3Spade7Star_photography…read moreJanuary 24, 2026 Papercut Books is the most whimsical indie bookstore experiences I ever had & has the most pretty & eye catching displays I ever saw in a bookstore. They sell vintage books, clothing , fanciful items, handmade bookmarks, and upcycled jewelry amongst antique furniture and comfy seating areas to read books. One can spend hours browsing new and old books in this bookstore for hours. The Netflix Series: The Summer I Turned Pretty was filmed there - starring Lola Tung, Gavin Casalegno and Christopher Briney. The bookstore was filmed in the scene where Laurel and Susannah see writer Cleveland Castillo at the Whale of a Tale bookshop (Episode 1.3) (Episode 1.3) One of the most unique and joyful bookstore experiences I ever had in my life. A definitely go see place for book lovers in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Well was looking for one particular book, had little time. Someone was working in the books and I…read morementioned that. Found out her name was MACY. very like able, professional, but she laughed at all my jokes. We couldn't find it right away. So I gave up and headed for the door. Then she called out to me just before I was away. She found the last one. I ll bet the Vitamin Bible has sold millions over the years. I know I was very pleased to finally have a copy, at a reasonable price. Thank you for such excellent customer service. God Lord willing I'll be back.

Staff knew where everything was, it was quiet and organized, their selection is massive and…read moreincredible. I also loooove their clearance section- I got a couple books from my list for $5 or under...a steal! We stopped by on a road trip, but this location was a pleasant surprise :)