This is an AWESOME store within the heart of Bracebridge; honestly, it's a must see if you have…read morekiddos, or, just if you want to feel young again. :) They offer a ton of toys/games/puzzles, etc., but, they are legit, not crap tourist stuff. I have to admit, I'm not a shopper when it comes to vacation spot stores, but, this place captivated me. It's really that cool! I had to drag my kids out because they were working on a puzzle the store set out for everyone to join in. The prices are beyond fair, so much so that I purchased items here that would have cost more online. I strongly recommend visiting this business if you are in the area. :). Have fun here, seriously, it's not often I write reviews like this. This place is worth visiting. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did.

Cedar Canoe Books brings back the type of bookstore that was last seen in the mid-1990s…read more It has curated collections of tezts, a number featuring Canadian authors & recent awards. You won't find every book ever published here, jammed together in a way that makes it difficult to find anything. Instead you will find books that you might actually be interested in, and staff who are more than knowledgeable to help point you in the right direction. When popping your head in to look around it's important that you make your way up the stairs to the back to find the little reading nook, and the genre sorted texts. Normally a bookstore that sells merchandise with their name on a, like bags and sweaters might seem a little bit off. But, I could definitely see myself rocking a shirt from this location. It's a great reminder of your hometown, or your vacation away. When walking down main Street Huntsville you have to be sure to pop in.

Located on Huntsville's Main St. The Bookcase is a fantastic place to spend the better part of a…read moredreary day, which is exactly what I did a few weeks back. It offers a radical departure from the characteristic big box book stores that have spread like locusts and seem to anchor prime real estate in many of your favourite strip malls. The Bookcase offers a comfortable refuge in which to peruse until ones heart is content. There is zero pressure to purchase and a fireplace with wing backed chairs beckon you to cozy up. You will feel entirely at home here. The primary reasons I couldn't justify a higher rating were only minor but must be mentioned. there was no magazine selection and I know some might say that a traditional bookstore shouldn't offer such, but I love my magazines. Also selection did tend to be limited-which I do understand is simply due to a lack of shelf space. If there was a half star option I would definitely give it a 3.5, yet I simply couldn't go up to a 4 star. the Bookcase is however unquestionably worth a stop. After cramming your cranium at The Bookcase, Soul Sistas cafe is only steps away and affords you the opportunity to nourish your body with a decent selection of assorted smoothies and beautiful spinach crusted quiches. A better 1-2 combo is difficult to determine.

I have gone to this store a multitude of times within the past few years, and I can tell you that I…read more100% disagree with the reviews, as I have found the staff incredibly helpful, insightful, and most of all, friendly. I have recently struck up a few conversations with one of the staff members, who are all awesome people IMO. The only piece of criticism that I can give this store, is that they need more spectacular spider-man merchandise. That sounds silly, but it is a beloved cartoon for many of my generation, and my friend and I agree that it would be awesome to see some of that in the store. I would literally buy the entire stock if this were the case. So overall, a very pleasant experience, and the staff were incredibly passionate and kind.

Today my mother went into Dr comics in Bracebridge to get my son a gift for his birthday. The sales…read morestaff at the time were helpful and polite. However when I saw what she had paid $120 + tax for it made me question the value. After a very quick search online and quick call to a comic book store we have frequently visited we have determined the comic was worth at best $10. Feeling disappointed I gathered up the book and drove to Dr comics, politely I had asked for return. I was denied and told it was store policy. After explaining that my mother was unsure of what she was buying and she had only left the store 20 minutes ago I thought for sure we would be in luck, however no dice. They did offer a exchange but after checking a few more prices we would only be overpaying for something else. So I asked again for a return and still no. I feel my 65 year old mother has been scammed. I ask that you please share this post so that people who my not know better can make an informed purchase.

My favourite bookstore. Little separate rooms make it feel cozy and private. Big selection, nice…read morestaff. People always coming and going but never too busy. It is worth your time to go have a look.

Not too bad, in terms of variety. A little pricy though, for some of the second handed items.read more

The Green Apple Bookstore is not only an amazing place to pick up second hand books, but they also…read moresell used vinyl and have a fair trade gift shop in the back that sells funky handcrafts and fair trade products from different parts of the world. They have great prices and friendly staff. Check them out, located on the main street in Collingwood, beside Cafe Chartreuse.