Such a great store for when you're having a bad day! Cats are a great bonus, but the staff here…read moreare next level. The owner gave me so many book recommendations after seeing what genres I liked. There are so many things to get, at a great price.

Independent bookstores needs to be protected at all costs. I bought so many books - the selection…read morewas outstanding. The woman at the counter was extremely helpful. Cats wandering around the store living their best lives added real charm. Wonderful experience.

Mostly a new books spot, with some used sprinkled in small batches for a quick find if you are…read morelucky enough. Their main stock is varied and shows a real care to not be a cookie cutter that you can appreciate. Tons of pull tabs marking local authors, and recommendations from the workers. Gives you a simple callout for attention in busy shelf isles. They have a lot of signed books in select areas and some more nice collectables. Their cafe and food is a real plus for indoor and outdoor space. A great location overall with private parking as if you are lucky on timing.

Perfect neighborhood bookstore! Bright, friendly, and welcoming vibes. Has an extensive variety of…read morebooks; nothing too overwhelming, like some bookstores are. Also has a good mix of gifts and trinkets and a quaint and cozy cafe in the back. And not to mention the friendly and knowledgeable staff! Amazing place to get books and/or just browse.

When I decided to reduce plastic waste in my household four years ago, I had to target my biggest…read moresource of plastic waste: Amazon plastic envelopes. Amazon had been an indispensable way to purchase books and anything at all. The unfortunate side of that is: LOTS OF PLASTIC WASTE. Not to mention trigger consumption! It's so easy to purchase anything. Just press a button and it's at your house in a day or two. This convenience is burying us. When I confronted this egregious source of plastic waste, we began ordering books from Magnolia's Bookstore and haven't looked back. They have a phone number you can call! If they don't have a book you want, you can order it! Sometimes I had to wait. And you know what? We didn't suffer! We had something to look forward to. We have done this a number of times - even when the prices are higher. Convenient and plastic things are cheaper on the front end, but far more expensive on the back end. For wildlife. For the ocean. For our health. Plastic is forever. There is no away. It continues to break down and complicate so many natural life cycles and ecosystems. So yeah, I am happy to pay the extra $$, and support our local bookstore in the process - especially Magnolia's bookstore! When my books come, they are delivered in a cardboard box from the publisher. A fantastic sustainable solution to packaging! The employees at Magnolia's bookstore are incredibly warm and friendly. They will wrap your books in beautiful paper if you want! Free of charge! They sell paper gift certificates, and even have a rewards program that earns me a free book every now and again! What's more, the store has a conscience! This year Magnolia's Bookstore is donating a $50 gift certificate to Magnolia's first ever "Reuse Raffle", in support of Earth Month! If you attend Magnolia's Vino in the Village event in April (discovermagnolia.com) and bring your own wine glass, you'll not only reduce Magnolia's single-use plastic waste footprint, but you'll earn a chance to win a gift certificate from Magnolia's Bookstore (your wine will taste better in glass too, so I'm told). I value a store that supports reuse in this way. I will definitely bring my own wine glass knowing I could potentially win a gift certificate for my favorite bookstore!! Viva local bookstores!! Thanks Magnolia's Bookstore for the wonderful things you for our community, and the planet!

Keeping this review short and sweet to match the small footprint yet amazing selection of this…read morehidden, off the beaten path gem of a bookstore. I grew up regularly getting birthday gifts for friends from Magnolia's Bookstore. Yes, I was THAT kid who brought books to the party xD prob explains why I'm so verbose now ;P I digress... I get warm and fuzzies thinking back to childhood memories walking in, feeling welcome (I think a classmate's mom possibly worked here at that time, OR we truly visited frequently enough that we were indeed familiar customers), and taking our time browsing the wide selection to pick the just-right book. Today, when I visit my parents in Magnolia, I will always take any opportunity to step into the shop and step back in time. I feel as welcome as ever, and I kid you not -- it smells just as it did 2.5+ decades ago. Books aren't marked up, so value is standard, and it sure does feel good to support LOCAL. They still have their neon blue complimentary book marks. I sure hope they still provide wrapping services with fun, thin, curly ribbons placed on top like a dollop of whipped cream. If you're in Magnolia and still enjoy the feel of turning literal pages, stop by to find something to keep your nose in!

So excited this spot has books in it again!…read more What a surprise. The prices are amazing -- the books are used but in very good shape! They have lots of cute stickers and merchandise, too. This is a small version of the famous U District location. They will also be getting some new books, too.

I've enjoyed the UDistrict OG Magus Books as an undergrad, former UDistrict resident, and pastry…read moreschool student, all pre-Yelp days. I had an opportunity to stop by the newish Magus Annex with convenient street parking out front along N 45th in Wallingford (12/26/22). I was curious what business would takeover the former poetry bookstore spot. It's nice to see that indie Magus can continue to thrive and grow. Upon entering I was pleasantly greeted by the gentleman at the front counter. I proceeded to carefully consider the contents on the nicely organized shelves. My overall assessment of this bright bookshop: nice variety, all in decent condition, and prices easy on the budget. I didn't see any titles I personally wanted during this initial visit, but did see titles that someone else might. I took screenshots of those book spines and forwarded them via text. Glad I stopped in. Great addition to Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood!

This place is in a great location. If you are ever in the neighborhood at a nearby restaurant, at…read morethe park, or enjoying the water, make a stop at Madison Books. The shop itself is small but packs a lot of books in there. The book seller, Stephanie, was so friendly and helpful. I walked away with two books at her recommendation. There is also a selection of nonbook items like notebooks, puzzles, greeting cards, a good place for picking up a quick gift. Definitely take time to support your neighborhood, independent bookstore. I'll be visiting again soon!

Adorable little bookstore with a ton of selection! There seemed to be just one or two copies of…read moreeach book which means they can fit a lot of books into a small space. The worker was friendly and we had a lovely chat about books. I look forward to the recommendation she made.

I found my new fave bookstore today, "Nook & Cranny Books". Almost walked by it - on 15th in…read moreCapitol Hill not far from Smith. Cute sandwich board beckoned "Hey! You're about to walk by a bookstore..." The space is small but packed with interesting books - uniquely curated - and gifts. I met the owner, Maren, a friendly woman who helped me find the new Elizabeth Strout book. They have author events, poetry readings, and book clubs. I'll be back.

Small bookstore with a small selection of books, but found some books I have never heard of before…read morehere. This bookstore is LGBTQIA+ friendly as they have an abundance of flags and stickers. Each bookshelf is marked with a variety of relatable things vs genre, such as "for those who need this..." or "for those who love...", etc. Overall, cute store!

Quirky bookstore! I feel like if you enjoy browsing you will find something here. Take the left…read morepart seriously - there are some books that intrigued me just because of the cover. Let alone the content. I came in to get some books I found on their website that were about Arab Americans (non fiction), a Persian fiction novel and a special copy of a new book by a Nigerian author. All regular price points which is fine as I am Al about supporting small business. Whoever is curating is doing a good job. The plethora of signs and ways they showcase the books was both stark and comfortable. The person at the desk nice and helpful. Check the website and find a topic of interest. Keep an open mind and come check this place out. We all need learning and even if the views challenge your own - it's worth it. A mind always wants to be challenged and to think!

There is no way to describe this bookstore except creepy. I love to visit local bookstores when…read moretraveling and was excited to spot this place while in the touristy parts of Seattle. This is not a regular bookstore. I am moderate politically but it was overrun with an extreme left political agenda. What a disappointment. I realize Seattle is pretty liberal and I know I would feel the same way walking into a religious or Christian bookstore and should've known better than to go into this one.

Wonderful bookstore in the C-ID that focuses on books by Asian Americans. A small space that is…read morepacked with goodness. Frequently hosts worthwhile events.

After going to kinokuniya book store, it was a breath of fresh air to come to an actual book store…read morethat had books. This book store isn't huge but it's so cute. Loved that they had a small children's section with so many selections. And a place to sit and have a drink (non alcoholic) while reading. It is family owned and they are super friendly! Super helpful and knowledgeable and are willing to place an order for your book if they don't carry it. I will def be bringing my family and friends to visit! Be aware that they are open only from Friday to Sundays. Make sure to check the hours.