“This is my favorite place to buy children's birthday gifts for birthday parties, it's so fun to be in this space. I've met the owner working the register a few times and she's just a delight. When she's not in, other staff are just as lovely and helpful.”
“Absolutely amazing space. The people there were very helpful in the space itself had so many books I'd never seen, before, including from multi cultural authors all around.”
“Many, many, many, many, many books in EVERY genre! They also have games, magazines, greeting cards, records, and comic books. The staff is super friendly and helpful, but prices (for mostly used books) were a bit high for me. The best deal was on bundles of books which were mostly mass market paperbacks - Danielle Steele, John Grisham, romance, etc. Bundles had 5 paperback books for $11.99 and 5 hardcover books for $19.99. They have an amazing selection in a very small space. If you are looking for specific books, this is a great local business to visit!”
“Most brilliant selection of books with art and style that crafts a beautiful atmosphere—not to mention the delicious drink options for coffee/tea lovers. Palabras is so important to this community and should always be chosen over some bs corporate store like Starbucks or Barnes & Noble. Buy local!”
“Pretty sure this is the Joe Goldbergs book shop, they must of moved it from new York and changed the name. I’m pretty sure the cage is behind a locked door in the back. Also the owner looks like Mooney”
“Definitely a hole in the wall bookstore. Need to search a bit to find what you want. But there are tons of books, and you are most likely going to find something good to buy!”
“This is one of my favorite music stores to visit and buy from! I’ve been a customer since 2003 and just visited on a recent trip to AZ. Central Music has a wide selection of music-related books and sheet music. I play Saxophone, so I enjoy exploring the many options available. I bought Slominsky’s “Thesaurus of Scales and Melodic Patterns”, “Intervals in Action” by former Phoenix resident and amazing Saxophonist who transcribed several Stan Getz solo books Greg Fishman and Greg Alper, and “220 Chromatic Exercises and 1165 Jazz Lines Phrases” by Olegario Diaz.
The big box music store national chains - which have pretty much become extinct - used to carry a very narrow and limited inventory of music books. Central Music is the exact opposite!
The Staff at Central Music is always welcoming, helpful, and maintains a lot to choose from for many musical styles and genres.
Plus, when you buy from
Central Music, they hand you a punchcard that’s worth up to a $4 discount based on your past purchases. (The card photo of just the orange punchcard is one I had tucked in my wallet, but forgot to take with me - it is several years old and still valid! Next time! ?)
Worth stopping by regardless of the instrument you make music with!”
“Very well organized, clean store and knowledgeable and kind employees. Lovely Miyazaki display, just wish it had a larger gluten free cookbook section. We will be back!”
“Chinese Language Books✅ Jungian Psychology Card Game ✅ Book on making metal art✅
They have it all at a great price. And when you’re done, they’ll buy them back. There’s no downside.”
“Jill and Wyatt are great employees! Jill helped me pick some books of interest for my significant other. They both are a great example of enthusiastic professional employees.”
“Really enjoyed my espresso from here! Was well-pulled, rich and flavourful. In fact, it was the best spro I had in Phoenix!
They’ve curated a really neat group of items here too — from the furniture to the books.”
“Lots of religious items some things cheap and other items are expensive. I spent a good amount of time in the store because of the amount of inventory they have to look at. I was looking for a candle of the sacred heart of Jesus and no doubt I found one. Definitely worth the drive getting there. I will be back for a rosary, they are beautiful. ✝”
“the bookstore was very interesting it is a LDS community bookstore but they have beautiful pictures beautiful necklaces we went there to find something to celebrate my niece's sobriety and we were just really happy that we found nice things the customer service was really great and we enjoyed our time there.”
10AM - 6PM
3114 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix
Book Stores
“If I could give ten stars I would. Lars is so accurate in the predictions given. The tarot class I took years ago was so much fun & informative. I truly appreciate the energy exchanged in energy interaction I have here. Everyone is super friendly and non-judmental. They really do wanna help. Keep up the great work!”
“Come to Celebrate Recovery on Monday nights @6pm dinner spread provided. Worship band, testimonials, lessons and small groups. A great place with great people to help you with your hurts, habits and hangups. No judgement zone. Child care available”
“I love the niche things in life including this store! Wide World Maps is a chain and is really specific but what they do, they do well. The interior feels a lot like waling into a book store and the vibe definitely carries once you talk to the store manager. If you have any questions, and you probably should if you're walking into this place, the front desk manager will be able to help you with the intelligence and experience of a seasoned librarian who knows exactly where every book in their library is. If you like learning and looking at maps, dreaming about visiting remote areas some day this, is the spot for you. A really fun aspect of walking into the store is asking what sorts of interesting maps they carry. I personally really loved the map of Phoenix superfund sites created by FEMA. It's beautiful enough to hang on a wall but still useful enough to reference it several times per month. My favorite aspect of wide world is the funny collection of people who come in to shop. The whole store is full of quirky interesting people who will talk your ear off about an interesting map they discovered in a garage sale. You'll have a blast just socializing here. Finally, I will add, even though the prices f the maps aren't cheap, their quality reflects in the price. Every map I have purchased here is an awesome, high quality, doesn't rip or fade, and is awesome to look at.”
“A Classic Barns & Noble store with a Starbucks inside has tables for work and readings. The newer B&N has more modernized interior decor and brighter lighting, but I prefer to this old-fashion one for a quiet time with a coffee and book on a table and chair. Just like the college library vibe I miss after graduation.
Alert, ask the staff for the door code before rushing to the restroom. ?”
“Beautiful shop at the Heard Museum. Quality pieces, high end gifts for home or for giving. Staff was very friendly and helpful with questions. Various artists are showcased here, very very nice gallery.”
10:40AM - 7:45PM
5034 E McDowell Rd Unit A, Phoenix
Book Stores
“They only dont have the quran that ibn Masud had that uthman burned even though Mohammed told you to learn from ibn Masud. Oh and they dont have the injil. Godlogic apologetics”
“Didn’t expect people to bring shopping carts to a book sale but those kinds of people shine brightly here. Big warehouse, so many books and book lovers picking them like they’re apples and strawberries. Really puts you in the “go-go-go” mood but i only got seven books and enjoyed the atmosphere/people watching. Also, they don’t accept donations. So don’t bring the books you didn’t like with ya…And another thing, parking is $12.”
“(Translated by Google) It is a pleasant place, very quiet and friendly with the attention that is given to every human being without distinction making that place(Original)Es un lugar agradable muy trankilo y amable de la atencion que se le brinda a todo ser humano sin distinction hacistiendo a ese lugar”
“super cool place , I picked up some USGS topo maps (and ended up with a lot of other stuff) and browsed for a while. I would have stayed longer but it was getting close to closing time. Really helpful person working there, it's definitely worth going if you are even remotely interested in maps. there are lots of history and guide books also”
“Susie from the bookstore... I cannot rave about you enough! The level of attentiveness from this woman left me feeling so taken care of. This is my first time enrolling at a different maricopa community college and I didn't have the best experience with the online book purchasing process but all I can say is that Susie keeping me updated and helping me the best way she could was what made me have an overall pleasant experience.”
“Decent school. The professors I've had so far are either 50/50 really great or really middle of the road. I'm only here because I have no money to go to proper college but I'm very happy here I love it and I've made some fine acquaintes.”
“I seen your story on Lx television station hear in Fresno California. I am deeply moved. I want to give my talents, skills, smiles, hugs & praises to a good cause. Oh. And Shop! I have many female friends and family who would dig the clothes. I see me and other professionals doing some Make Overs and educating on personal hygiene, hairstyling and make-up”
“I absolutely ❤️ this place! It is filled with many amazing books and resources for educators. I recently won a grant here and selected many new books for my school library. I love how friendly everyone is and how organized things are. Amazing bookstore that cares about educators ❤️?”
“Excellent everything very goodVery well stocked, bibles, tambourine, seminary study books, CDs, Sunday School materialThe older lady has a bad character, she is always upset, I don't know why, and she doesn't serve customers with pleasure.I forgive her, I don't pay attention to herBut in case someone goes and finds her annoying, that's who she is, ignore her.And don't lose sight of the bookstore if you don't look for what you find. The young lady makes your order and gets it.I highly recommend it 100%”
“This is my favorite place in Phoenix!
The book store is adorable, it has personal recs on employee’s favorites and lots of variety. It’s a great place to buy a gift, there are lots of cute little items. The staff are always welcoming and helpful, and I love that is such a queer and progressive space.”