Surprisingly neat book nook with a massive selection, my buddy and I didn't quite find what he…read morewanted, a hardcover of The Screwtape Letters, but still an inviting and easy spot to recommend. Well organized for a small space, do not forget the basement! They have a sister store downtown too. Value is typical for a small store. The prices are of course not eBay however directly supporting a local business is goals these days. Staff was relaxed, everything was clean, and I will be back!

I love a small bookstore! I was in Lafayette for a night and made sure to stop by Second Flight…read moreBooks. I am sooo glad I did because I walked out with 3 books! The space is huge!! Lots to choose from. It is organized by genre and there is plenty of new releases as well as used, old, and collectible books! The prices are really great too! For a new release, it is a couple dollars cheaper than the list price. Then for used, they are anywhere between $8-$10. Make sure to check this place out

I am passionate about reading, and I love when I encounter other people who are passionate about…read morereading - especially when said people are the ones selling me my books. If you are a fan of books - and can't stand the lackluster service and apathy offered at chain bookstores - this is the place you should be. The store is filled with paperbacks of all genre and category - fantasy, western, thriller, mystery, non-fiction, literary. But I have to admit the store's big draw is the shelves and shelves (and even a back room) of romance novels. And if you're not sure what you're looking for? Just ask - if the staff can't help, you'll probably find another enthusiast in there with an opinion. The store operates a recession-friendly trade policy, too: bring in books and get store credit for 1/2 each book's list price. When you check out, half of the price you pay is taken from your credit. So you are basically paying 1/4 of the list price for each book. Who can beat that?!?!

From the owner: New and Used Books…read more Paperback Reader has a large selection of books to chose from and serves the Kankakee area for 29 years. If you are looking for the hard to find books or needing to order a new book, we are the place. Let our staff help you find the books that your are looking for. We carry mostly used books but if there is a new book that you are wanting we will be able to order it. Used Book categories Include: -Children -Fiction -Non-fiction -Romance -Sic-Fi -Action-adventure -Horror Please call today or come visit our large selection.

Dearly beloved: We are gathered here today to talk about this thing called Main Street Books. This…read moreplace is very cool! They have sections unlike I've seen in most bookstores, like a whole section for LGBTQ+ books, trans reads, and flora & fauna. (I have no idea what this one is, but it's not what you think it is.) Plus a nice little children's area with a cozy couch to cuddle up on and read some books. When I visited, there were only a handful of people in the shop, and so it was nice and quiet. Main Street Books is a nice place to browse in a peaceful space. There's nothing like a quiet bookstore. That's the way they should be. The prices are about what you'd expect for an independent bookstore (which means they're the same as a chain bookstore), but they also have a section with books that are discounted, so you can definitely find a bargain.

Such a nice little bookshop on Main. They have a great variety. It was quiet and had a nice vibe…read morethat made you want to search the stacks. Definitely worth a stop if on Main St. in Lafayette! Street parking. Open on Sunday - which is always a plus!

If you are generally looking for great deals, this might not be the shop for you. It feels like…read morethey definitely have discovered the Internet and use it to price their books. Probably are trying to cut out re-sellers. Huge selection, though. I found the exact same book with different prices...the one in better shape was less. Bantam War Books? $6+. This place is like going into a thrift store with one of those boutiques for the good stuff that they had someone search up on eBay...so it goes.

If you like to explore this is the place for you it's filled with so much located not far from…read morePurdue University. It's seems to take up most of the block each section is a treasure trove in itself from Books, Records yes vinyl and knock knacks. We all know college and their parents are on a budget so the price range here is perfect. I can say honestly no one will walk away empty handed and remember if you can't find it just ask and the staff here will direct you to the right spot

A hidden gem in Chesterton, Indiana which is highly recommended. . I stop in every opportunity…read moreand am always impressed with the book selections and new offerings. The books are in great shape and the prices are reasonable. I have had opertunities to chat with the proprietor on occasion and am impressed with his bredth of knowledge and helpfulness.

The place is very uncomfortable and the owner is absolutely pathetic. Keep your kids away....read more

I love this place! I was on the search for a chris bookstore as was referred to this place. Very…read morecozy. Great selection. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. I only wish they were open until at least 6pm so I can go in during the week. The last time I went, they stayed open later to assist me and allowed me to shop, so grateful for that. They've won a loyal customer in me!

My life has never been the same since i met mr roy kolas personally for the first time. and now…read morehis family carrries on the legacy that he has built. God bless Sherri and Dale.

The family working here is very kind and knowledgeable. Very conversational as well. I've never…read morefelt more welcome in a business, even though I only pick up one new comic every month or two instead of having 10 ongoing series held at a time.

Running a comic shop can be tough, but for some stores, the joy of browsing old issues and feeling…read morethe comics is what makes them special. Unfortunately, this store doesn't quite capture that magic. Upfront, I want to say that it appears to have been around for a while, attracting dedicated comic fans. It is doing something right. It also hosts local card tournaments (and maybe D&D?), but I can't speak to the variety of those. This might be their bread and butter. Not sure. The comic section, however, is a mess. As soon as you walk in, you pass a narrow row of shelves about 5 feet tall facing away from you--it's unclear why, but it makes the space feel small or uninviting. Still, it isn't a large space, and it doesn't match the charm of classic comic shops. Felt more like I was entering a dark porn store from the 80s. For my trip, I had read revieews and as a local comic store, I wanted to check it out. I was looking for back issues. Remember stores with hundreds of boxes overflowing with comics packed in too tight to see the comics? Yep, that is this place. Navigating the shop is tricky: new comics are on hanging shelves too close together, forcing you to crouch and strain to see them under the shelf above. Independent comics are on the far left of the store in the back - between the boxes and boxes and boxes and boxes and boxes of back issues. The backstock is packed with rows of comics, about 25% overflow in each box (plus stacks of comics on top of those boxes). Very hard to browse. When you do find a title, the comics tend to be dusty, and although sealed, I didn't have my glasses to check for spine ticks or other issues. But, it can't be good to store comics on top of a box without a lid. If you're hunting for key back issues, forget it--these have been picked over like roadkill in the desert; there's nothing valuable left. Instead, you'll find many comics priced between $1-$2, labeled at $4-$8 or more, but most are from the past and generally worthless. I can't tell if the store is clean, but it felt dirty (maybe the lighting or the dusty boxes?). If I were to advise the store - even though they seem to be doing fine - I'd suggest selling your stock on Whatnot, starting at $1 per comic, to gauge interest. If you can clear out 35% of your back issues that way, you won't need to sell low-value comics at higher prices. I understand the reluctance to take losses - I've felt the same - but if your stock is holding back from creating a warm, vibrant, energetic atmosphere, it might be worth doing. There's no shame in dumping unsellable stock as a tax write-off. Listing those low-priced comics at $4-$6 could generate significant revenue and help the store thrive. Personally, I think this is the best approach, as you don't need to spend hours selling thousands of comics. I will note that the staff were friendly. I spoke with one staff member and they are knowledgeable about the stock they had. My guess is this might be where the store shines for people. The human touch. I so wanted to like this place. But, maybe I wait until I make trips to Chicago in the future.

Wonderful selection of books for a wide variety of ages and if you're not sure what you're looking…read morefor the staff is wonderful at assisting and even ordering it for you! The bookstore offers more than but experiences for the community too. awesome place to check out when in Lemont!

This is the most horrible book store I've ever visited!!! This is the second time I've gone there…read morethinking the first time the employee was having a bad day. This is supposed to be a child friendly place that makes children excited about books. Unfortunately that's not the case in this store. The employees glared at my granddaughters while they looked around ready to pounce if they touched anything. Unfortunately my second and last visit had the same awful vibe. 0 STARS

What a great store. Wonderful selection of books, antiques and generally unusual, yet interesting…read moreitems. The owners are remarkably friendly, knowledgeable and always willing to negotiate prices. I love this store and wish that more people were aware of this little gem.

We are always in search of used book stores, something that is getting harder to find all the time…read more While visiting the University of Notre Dame we did a YELP search and found Erasmus ... and what a find it was. Now for those avid readers looking for an orderly used book store ... you might have to look elsewhere. But if you are looking for a book store with thousands of used books ... with only a basic framework to the organization of inventory ... this is your place. Set in an old cottage-style home that has been granted Landmark Status in this residential neighborhood, there are books everywhere ... in the basement, on the first floor, and supposedly in each and every room. Most of the books are on shelves, but many are in assorted stacks. The owner/manager of the place is a wonder all to himself. Friendly and outgoing, he actually does know where the major genres are in his layout, and he can help you get close to what you seek. The rest is up to you. The owner is always buying additional used books to flesh out the collection, so that could be a thing for those that are interested. On the buy side, if the owner doesn't have it ... he can probably find you what you want. The store is also complemented with a wonderful old watchdog that is almost on his last legs ... but he will get up and greet you if you have a few minutes. He adds to the overall ambience of this historic building. Now for those that have forgotten: Erasmus was a Dutch humanist, Catholic theologian, and pioneering philologist (philology being the study of literary texts and oral and written records) and we assume the source of the store's name. All in all this was a great stop on our visit ... and we'll be sure to do it again.

Used bookstore with plenty to choose from as each room is filled with books, books, books. We…read moreenjoyed exploring, chatting with the owner, and loving on Claus, the resident aging pup.