Bookmarks is a literary arts nonprofit organization and independent bookstore that works to increase access to books for all people in Winston-Salem. It aims to cultivate community through books and author events that educate, challenge, inspire, and entertain. Reviewers praise the bookstore's friendly and helpful staff, visually appealing atmosphere, and wide book selection. While some note the lack of a used book section and enough graphic novels, the general consensus is that Bookmarks is a unique, independent booklovers' paradise, free from corporate oversight and big-box store dominance. The bookstore is highly recommended as a place to support independent literature and engage with the local community.
Cute bookstore with friendly staff. We ended up getting a puzzle and even got a free book, which was a nice surprise.
June 2026
The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Their online ordering is easy to use. The atmosphere is perfect for a local book store, and most days the footnote cafe next door is also open and you can grab some coffee while you browse. It's a great book store!
May 2026
This place is so low key and great for studying love the atmosphere
