We visited this Changing Hands location after attending the Phoenix Art Museum's August First…read moreFriday event. It felt like an appropriate encore for an artsy evening. My sister and I had just visited their Tempe location and were delighted in how similar but different this Changing Hands was from Tempe's shop. Namely, this Changing Hands has a little area for coffee, booze, and bites. Just like the Tempe shop, they have an amazing selection of books and gift items and so much more. I find their prices to be so fair, especially for a fairly small indie bookshop--support small book sellers! We also loved that this shop has a tiny art print vending machine...think of the sticker machines from your childhood that traded quarters for stickers...but cooler!

I usually visit the Tempe location, but recently found myself near the Phoenix store and decided to…read morestop in. I'm happy to report that it did not disappoint! Like its Tempe counterpart, this store has a fantastic selection and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to spend far more time browsing than planned. I especially loved the poetry section, which was thoughtfully curated and offered a wonderful variety of titles. Beyond the books, there's an eclectic mix of gifts and unique items that make browsing even more enjoyable. The coffee/bar is also a nice touch and adds to the overall experience. Whether you're searching for your next great read, shopping for a gift, or simply looking for a relaxing place to wander, this location is definitely worth a visit.

I am usually not in this area a lot, but my daughter & I wanted to go check out this bookstore for…read moresome used books so we took the drive down. When we arrived, I realized I remembered this spot from when I was a kid, I just hadn't been back since I was younger. This spot is absolutely STUFFED with books, comic books, VHS tapes and more. You could spend quite a long time wandering around looking at all of the books they have to offer. It can be slightly overwhelming especially if you are looking for something specific as there wasn't really any clear guidance on where to find certain sections. We still had a lot of fun though wandering around and seeing what we could find. If you are looking for the prices, they are written in pencil on the inside of the books. You can find a mixture of mostly used books along with some new books. They have a cute shop cat that you can sometimes spot wandering around, or asleep at the front. The woman who was working the register the day we visited was friendly! They also had a cart out-front with a number of books that were free to grab. There is plenty of parking out-front.

Found this little gem in Phoenix last week when I was on the hunt for a used copy of Song of…read moreSolomon. I called and they said they have the 1984 edition for $6, which was a great price. Once I was got to the store, I had to explore. I think that if one were to regularly visit Books, he/she would find some rare editions and other gems. Also, they had what looked like reproductions of banned book announcements posted around the store: all were of classic novels that we can't imagine not having access to as students. (See photos: Charlotte's Web, Huck Finn, Fahrenheit 451...) They were quite entertaining, in a disturbing way. They had the effect of making me feel so grateful that past efforts of censorship in the US had failed. In 2024, this is still a real threat. Tiny stores like this one are real treasures. Let's keep them in business.

It was ok :) . It's very small and I believe they are working on some renovations. There's no…read moreseating for studying and reading :/. I'd say this location is great if you already have a book in mind and you want to grab and go. But if you're like me, and you love to wander, sit, relax then maybe find a bigger location I'll have to come back once they're done fixing things up.

Well I pre-ordered the new book by Dan Brown from here to get the discount. I picked it up as the…read morestore open on the day the book was released to the public. The person rang me up without the discount. I explained that the reason I preordered the book from them was to get the discount. He tried to tell me that I couldn't get the discount because I was picking up the book from the store. And I explained that I had talked to the employee that took my order and she told me I would get the discount. I told him to double check their company website that says the same thing. So he gave me the discount. I believe it to be a good value as long as you can get the advertised discounts. I'm happy with my purchase.

Wow!!!! What a great book store. Faith based authors with such a great collection of books and art…read more Absolutely loved the staff, everyone was super nice. Restrooms were very clean and there was an area in the back I didn't walk thru but I loved the lay out of the store. They have so many paintings that would be a great addition to any collection. Would highly recommend this store

This was my first time visiting this location and it was great the store was very clean and…read moresmelled lovely inside. I came with my sister who was looking for a few things, but I was able to find a few treasures of my own. This is a LDS bookstore, but I feel there are many beautiful treasures you could find even if you're not a member of the church. Pictures of Jesus, cute little gifts and more. Prices are fair. The customer service was wonderful, very friendly and were able to help with all we needed.

This is a small little bookstore who got a shoutout in a TikTok video today so got more foot…read moretraffic including ME! Had to check it out because other than Barnes & Noble there isn't much in bookstores on the west valley. Tons of used books. This isn't a place for new books. But if you wait a month or two you might find a new book that's been traded in. Their books are in overall great condition. Some of the best condition I have seen for used books. I found a book from my favorite author I've never seen before and a leather bound Louie Lamore book for 10 bucks! The staff is SUPER friendly and they do trade ins up to 33% of the books original value.

Best bookstore in the area! I'm from out of state but will make a point to came back each time I'm…read morein Arizona. They had massive selections that could've kept us browsing for days. All of the books were in great condition at fantastic prices. I went in with 2 loved ones and we all have widely varied tastes. But each of us came out with at least 4 books that we couldn't wait to read into! Misty the store pooch was adorable and so friendly! The staff were helpful and welcoming too. If you're considering stopping by, do it! You won't be disappointed.

My WiFi at home stopped working and the library was just not the vibe today so we checked out this…read morespot that had some raving good reviews for a place to work and sip good drinks! Right as you walk in, it's so clean and the space is very chill unlike most cafes that glare music, the music they had was subtle and perfect for remote work. They serve different types of coffee and tea and some baked goods. The space to work was large and didn't have to speed walk to save a spot. The bookstore was well stocked with good books so during a work break, I got some stickers, a new book and a fun little trinket for my purse! Definitely recommend this spot for a nice place to work remotely, sip drinks and eat baked goods. Oh and they also serve mimosas! I didn't order one this time but I will next time!

I love first draft! The baristas are super nice and coming here is one of my favorite ways to spend…read morea Sunday morning. A nice coffee or matcha while reading is the perfect start to my day

Great experience!…read more Tom was pleasant and had a wide selection of books. There were interesting finds and low prices. I was impressed and will be back soon.

Popped in today to buy some books as a bday treat to myself. You know a spot is gonna be great when…read moreyou are greeted by two dogs that smile at you. This spot truly is an indie bookstore, there is a little bit of nostalgia here and of course books. I love hole in the wall indie book stores. There aren't a lot of them out there so I get excited when I find one. I read a mix of genres. In the horror section I saw that they had a Dean Koontz special. I've always wanted to read his work and this felt like the perfect time to start. I bought my first Koontz books today because of this store. I will be back especially for the dogs and the great prices.

Well-behaved dogs allowed! Once it gets too hot to bring our fur baby to the farmers market, going…read moreto a Bookmans may become our new Saturday morning outing! A really great selection of all kinds of books, music, video games, and more! Everything here is community-based, with the exception of selections here and there that are brand-new. So a nice way to support buying secondhand items from Phoenix folks, being more sustainable and supporting a smaller business, and overall just a good spot to come explore! I've found lots of cool vintage magazines, vintage video games, some vinyls, and a number of books here on 19th. I definitely recommend this location!

I love Bookmans!!! A lot of my favorite past-time reads can be found here. I can spend hours…read morereading through each book and series. Clean, organized, and very well-kept store. Wide selection of dvd's, children's books, manga, cookbooks, vinyl, and also collectables and cute trinkets!