“This book store is a gem! Older & newer books available and they have an online shop. Every book is truly signed by the author or comes with a signed bookplate. Most, if not all, are first editions as well! Some great John Grisham collectors books($100+ depending on the book). If you like collectors editions and sprayed edges, this one is not for you. Not a big book store but great for what it is.”
“My favorite book store of ALL time!!! I go here when I want to find something to read, to gift, to enjoy! They have a phenomenal kids section. Great for every age, everybody! The owners an workers are so thoughtful, and they can point you in the right direction. My favorite part, everyone who works here leaves reviews for their favorite books on the shelves, so you can get recommendations without having to ask! They inspired me to start reading for pleasure again. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I bring people from out of town, go with friends, and attend their events! GO TODAY!!!”
10:30AM - 5:30PM
2021 3rd Ave N 2nd floor, Birmingham
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“Amazing business with a wide selection of books and an amazing owner. I love how helpful the people are here. If you need to learn something, take a step inside, you might find the answer that you seek.”
“Didn't have enough money to leave a tip, so here's an honest and positive review! Got to stop by for first time in years accidentally making a wrong turn in downtown 😆. I took the chance to stop by and it's still the same amazing quality and service as always! I have to get the Mad Hatter coffee everytime I come and its always amazing. ((Also ty to them for never taking it off the menu. I was really surprised to see it was still available 😆))
Also really love the quick and easy to grab spell bags ❤.”
“Very large and open location. The store appears clean and very well stocked. They have a very good selection of books and other merchandise as well as a coffee shop. Easy to get to with plenty of parking spaces. The employees are very knowledgeable and friendly.”
“It was quite packed, but the selection is great! I mean, it's a Saturday, so what are you going to do. There was also maybe a first date situation going on where a man with his maybe-date was really concerned about if another woman (not present) was walking with the lord. They have Studio Ghibli soundtracks on vinyl, though! And a relatively good bit of philosophy. Finally have a bunch of Niall Williams in stock, too.
The fantasy section could be better.”
“This place is a diamond in the rough. The neighborhood looks a little scary but this shop is great! The staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. I really appreciate the help I was able to get.”
“A megastore for used books, games, music, toys? Yes, please! Could use some more seating to let you rest your legs a bit between sections, but maybe I'm just not focused enough when I'm here?”
10:30AM - 5PM
3600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham
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“Many thanks to Jerri Lynn. Very helpful and knowledgeable. BBS has so many great resources and offers a most pleasant and calming environment. My new Christian Book Store.”
“This is the place for everything UAB. The bookstore has all of the UAB swag that you could ask for. There are bargains to be found if you look for sales and closeouts.”
9AM - 11:45PM
801 3rd Ave N, Birmingham
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“Kinda dark in the back if you know what I mean? Eleven bucks get you in there and if it's busy it's a good time - otherwise might be a bit lonely. Might spend more if movies aren't playing also. Bring tissue if you need it.”
“We are so thankful for this group of people and Reverend Jesse’s connection to God is inspirational.Through Unity of Birmingham, my family feels like we have a place to call our spiritual home.They have made a truly loving atmosphere for the weary and restless souls of this city.We love our Unity family!”
8:30AM - 1:45PM 2:45 - 4:30PM
Academic Success Center, 3060 Wilson Rd SW, Birmingham
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“Awesome college i have had nothing but cool teachers and a great learning experience im about to graduate with my Culinary Arts degree🎉🎊 go Cougars”
8:30AM - 5:30PM
402 Industrial Ln, Birmingham
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“These are not fair reviews! My grandparents own this bookstore and they are getting a bad rap? They started out back in the 60’s with a very classy place. Then the seedy element started coming in and the neighborhood changed. But they had a mortgage and gave the customers what they wanted. I’ll tell you that place saved a lot of marriages, because if a gentleman is touching his flower he isn’t touching someone else’s flower. I lived there in an apartment with them in the back room for most of my life. I even made folding money by cleaning the tears off the floor those sad men wept in the booths. Nana did the books and Pop ran the show. And he is a fine man! Raised me up while my mama was in prison.
And I still live here now that nana is gone and Pop is getting too old to run the show. The city of Birmingham should give our family an award for staying in business for so long AND pumping tax dollars into the economy. So yall just shut it with that talk about this fine business!!!!!!!”
“This place is adorable! The kids section is huge! Everything is organized so well and the display is gorgeous! Upstairs is a used book selection and I found so many good books! The workers were also very helpful and friendly!”