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“I love this African bookstore. I took a healer there and she admitted that it’s very active in there. It always smells so good, the African fabric is very good quality. It’s so easy to get lost in this tiny store especially if you don’t know what you came for. Books, posters, tarot cards and BLACK KIDS BOOKS upstairs along with a friendly black cat that just wants some loving. And all of the essentials, jewelry, spell candles, incense, sage, crystals, soap, butter, African hair products, singing bowls and ritual equipment. Trust me you want to go to this store.”
“Stopped by one day last week looking for books to set up a display for the service of my Dads passing. I was in a fog and trying hard to remember the books Dad had us read when we were kids without crying. I did not get the name of the very kind gentleman that took time from what he was doing to help me. He found the books i needed and reminded me of others. It meant the world to me & know those books do not just remind me of my Dad, but this kind gentleman as well.”
“Staff are helpful and welcoming. They are involved with the local community and support other small businesses. If they don't have your book in inventory, they will order it and it will arrive quickly. Love the vibe!”
“Leaving this review to show my condolences and support for the small business. Wishing you a safe and speedy recovery.
Photo credit: Baltimore Sun.”
“We got the falafel wrap, mac & cheese, spanakopita, egg mcbluffin, and they were all fantastic! While we were waiting, we took a look at their book shop & zine rack, finding some pretty stellar reads for our trip back home. The folks running the place were all kind, knowledgeable, and really seemed like a crew that care about the community with all of their hearts. We'll definitely be back next time that we're in Baltimore ???”
“I love Urban Reads,. They offer a great variety, and the owner is an Amazing Black woman. She's such an asset to the community and our youth. You should definitely check this establishment out!”
“Just an awesome little, but packed, mostly used book, record, cassette, cd store with very reasonable price points. A favorite stop whenever I'm in Baltimore”
“The most amazing store there is. Tranquil music and lightly incensed air welcome you inside. The employees are knowledgeable and they can help you acquire any special request gems or books they dont have in stock. Wonderful selection already. If you aren't careful you may spend an hour just admiring. Thank you store for existing!!!!!!!”
“The mission: "To put unwanted books into the hands of those who want them." I adore The Book Thing. I have been a loyal monthly patron and will continue to do so. The books are absolutely free, no strings attached, FREE! And to top it off, you can take as much as you can carry out. I love exploring different genres and with my vast interests, purchasing books can be expensive not to mention terrible for the environment. I will always search the shelves at The Book Thing or go to a secondhand bookstore before purchasing newly printed books (if you can't get to The Book Thing take a look at ThriftBooks.com). The Book Thing is NOT OPEN DAILY. It is a monthly event that typically falls on the second full weekend of the month, and it alternates between Saturday and Sunday. They announce the exact dates on their website and Facebook page. If you are interested in donating books, please take the time to check their website for the exact days that you can drop off. Book donation hours are 9am-2pm on the designated days. The donation limit is 6 boxes per family. Boxes must be small enough that one person can lift them when full. They accept all types of books except encyclopedia sets. All donations are tax-deductible. We can provide a donation receipt on request reflecting the number of books donated. We also issue receipts for financial donations. Please do not leave books or boxes outside of their donation hours, you may be cited by the City for illegal dumping!”
“Great seforim selection and the staff is very knowledgeable of their merchandise as well as knowing their customers to help them find the right sefer for their needs. I can spend a day just browsing in their easily ?”
“Nice modern store. This location is a smaller version of the stores I've visited before. Still, it has a very good and varied selection of books. The employees were helpful, knowledgeable, and professional.
Car parking is tight”
“Peace and Love to the World ?....... this institution is phenomenal ?. I was able to receive any and every book I wanted while I served a ten (10) year prison sentence. And their timing was on time every time.”
“What's not to love about a comic book store that has a bar in the back. It's a divy hipster bar in Hampden. The crowd is a little order and it's cheap drinks and beers with usually a live show. The staff is friendly. I've heard John Waters (creator of Hair Spray) does signings here on occasion! It's a fun spot. They do have regular fiction books as well!”
“Coffee House doubles as a book store. Bookish environment inside, nice patio outside. Breakfast and lunch options for pretty much anyone who walks in the door. Standard coffee house offering. Wife gave the chai latte a thumbs up. If you like your coffee as dark roasted as possible (like I do) you won’t find that here but their medium blend was fresh and has a flavor complexity you won’t find at National coffeehouse chains. Friendly staff. Well kept up dining area. Right behind the Study at John Hopkins.”
10AM - 6PM
7006 Reisterstown Rd, Baltimore
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“Honest store with good prices. Sometimes help is hard to find cause there is usually only one employee managing the store at any given time, so expect a long wait. But they treat you fairly.”
“They are a true gem in our community! Not only do they provide top-notch Russian language and cultural education, but they also offer a wide range of additional language options and engaging activities. The staff is incredibly professional, welcoming, and understanding, creating a warm and supportive environment for learners. Highly recommend!””
“If you want to buy johns hopkins merch, then recommend this place.
This barnes and nobles store is designed mostly to sell johns hopkins merch like hoodies, hat, lanyard, balnket, etc. Those merches are great! I like them.
It is a two story building. The lower floor carries mostly the merch and the upper floor has textbooks and some books.
It also has starbucks inside. Nice study area.
Mostly quiet enough to do some homework. Clean and organized.
I recommend this place if you are visiting Johns Hopkins homewood neighborhood or trying to purchase johns hopkins merch.
You can get a discount if you have barnes and nobles membership card.
Price ranges a lot. Hoodies are around 50 bucks. I got knitted sweater for like 80 bucks. I can't buy all of it but some are not too terrible in terms of pricing.”
“Just a busy store. Lots going on for the small size. We were just picking up web orders and we didn't even see where it was tucked away in the corner. Lovely worker though.”
“Barnes & Noble has returned to its niche as a bookstore for colleges and university. Johns Hopkins store is quite glitzy. The University of Baltimore is not as glitzy, but nice nonetheless. Loyola is in between. The store personnel on a quiet summer day were pleasant and helpful.”
“I really enjoy going to this bookstore. There is a great variety of books, older and more recent copies. They are a bit expensive, but it is well worth the visit!”
“Royal books has rare and unusual books that you will not see anywhere else. The only disappointment is that the selection from their inventory (online) is not greater.”
“I went a while ago with a friend and it was cute and cozy. I got 5 books for $8. Also customer service was amazing. Very friendly and let you do your own think til you need help. Love it!”
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“What an absolute and true but somewhat hidden gem in Baltimore. It truly warmed my heart to see such a wonderful used bookstore still up and running. It has truly been a disheartening experience to watch so many independent book stores(ESPECIALLY used bookstores) close down over my adult life. We are living in a time where education and being educated is imperatIve and dealing with a massive banning of books and factual information on the internet. So supporting local and independent book stores as well as public libraries is imperative.
I moved to the neighborhood and was very pleasantly surprised by Station North Books. I was walking my dog but curious as I know the hours are specific. I popped my head in to ask about the hours only to find out it’s VERY pet friendly. Also, they have a cat and I’m a sucker for a bookstore with a cat ?.
The selection is both extensive AND eccentric, two of my favorite things. It’s truly a neighborhood gem”