“Absolutely kind and amazing service Mr.Jim is one of a kind and his book store is something I've never seen. This atmosphere is very majestic and a mystical feeling and just know when you meet Mr.Jim you'll be taken care of with care and appreciation. I will be returning with my family this time💫”
“Cool local shop with 2 floors. New & old LPs. Big selection of indie, punk & old jazz. Been 3 times & everytime i get lost digging in their bins for an hour.”
“I LOVE The Bookery, and whether you're a local or someone visiting out of town, The Bookery is an absolute gem. The owners and staff alike are delightfully kind, super friendly, and will help you find any book. I'm also, as a mom of younger kids at the time of this review, absolutely in love with the kids nook that they have. My oldest loves to sit in the little cubby area or camp out at the kid table and quietly enjoy books which gives me time to peruse my own interests while keeping an eye on them - there's something and a place for everyone! They have a really fantastic selection across all the genres and there has been several books that, even when they don't have them in stock, I can reach out to them in person, by phone, or by email and they will help me get what I'm looking for while making it a kind, warm experience. I also love seeing all that they do for the local community and area, and I have been a past participant in their awesome book club which is also great to join! The world needs none of the giant corporate cash grab companies, and all of the incomparable treasure shops like The Bookery that are irreplaceable both in what they give and do, and how they treat people. Be sure to stop in, it's more than worth it!”
“They illl show you rhe tho the books. They will place a firm hand kn on your should er and tell you what you need. Rhere will be no frogility. There shall be no fanfare tyoi shall leave with your NPR tote full with what you need. Not whant you want. So not step over than line.”
“Wow huge used bookstore! Very well run and organized. Great job! Prices are individually priced. A big higher in price as most items are 1 to 5 dollars. Maybe more for recent releases. Very happy we came!”
“We stopped at Book Bus Depot on a recent vacation and I was floored. First of all, this place is adorable. It's also right next to a coffee shop so you can also sit and enjoy your book with a cup of coffee if you have the time. The place is entirely run by volunteers, and great ones at that. I was flustered due to traveling with young children and they went above and beyond to help me feel at home. They are super kid-friendly as well. I could have stayed there all afternoon. I love the mission of the store and their passion for children, teachers, and literacy. I will absolutely be back! Thank you!”
“Loved attending the Ally Authors of Faith Event with the author of A Kenotic Way of Contemplative Healing, Susan Carson, and The Congruent Life: Liberation, Healing, and the Future of Faith, C.E. Jarnagin. Great discussions, great books, and awesome new personal connections made!”
“Excellent selection of Asian authors and it was great talking to the owner about books we've enjoyed. She gave me some recommendations as well! What a wonderful experience.”
“You can find so many items here and if you don't see it in the store, check out their website or ask them to see a catalog.If you can't find it here, it is probably not available anywhere. All the staff is so helpful and nice.”
“If you're a mtg fan, 40k, dnd or anything scifi and fantasy they'll probably have something for you. The staff are very friendly and accommodating and the atmosphere feels cozy and welcoming. I'm a fan of magic the gathering, d&d, and anything fantasy/dark fantasy and grimdark scifi including 40k lore and this store has this content everywhere so i was happy, i highly recommend Cincy book rack and hero's hearth for all your literary and physical/tabletop gaming needs.”
“The staff is always so helpful and cheerful and knowledgeable. We love the size of the store and all of its wonderful books to choose from. Thanks so much, everyone.”
“What a super fun and unique book and boutique store! There are tiny details to enjoy throughout the shop and a lovely selection of books. There is a cute room in the back to sit and enjoy a game of chess or read.”
“I wanted to ship a couple of books as a Christmas gift at fairly short notice to the UK. Ted at First Edition Rare Books was extremely prompt in answering my queries and the items were well packaged and delivered within 7 days despite me ordering late on a Friday afternoon. I'd definitely use First Edition Rare Books again. Very pleased international customer.”
“This particular Barnes and Noble is very nice! The store has 2 levels. When you walk on, be sure to walk through toward the back. It has the illusion of being small and not much of a selection, but there are more books downstairs past the cash register. The staff are very friendly and helpful when needed.”
“I will admit I’ve fallen a victim to the trends and only start visiting this local toy store this year due to the needoh craze. But it’s one of my favorite places to visit ever. They have such a large selection of fidgets and other sensory toys which I resonate with because of my severe adhd. They have a wide variety of other toys; there’s something for everyone. But what makes this place stand out is the people. All of the employees here are so sweet and put in so much effort to make sure their customers are satisfied. The owner, Marci, is such a wonderful and kind human and does an amazing job at managing this small business. I also want to give recognition to Peyton, who is such a sweet and down to earth person, every time is visit. I would recommend this place to anyone visiting the area.”
“Very clean. Nice and cool they dont keep the place hot like other stores. Plenty of room if using a stroller walker or wheelchair. Book selection is impressive. I came from Kentucky to here. Definitely recommend. Plenty of parking also and very easy to find.”
“(Translated by Google) It was very nice, there are good bibles and study books?? .......(Original)Fue muy agradable, hay buenas biblias y libros de estudio??.......”
“Sweet baby Jesus this location tucked in a hill had everything I could ask for. Well humored and awesome staff, great vintage book and comic finds, and large selection of everything. Been to 4 other location in north Cincy/Hamilton areas and this was the best location.”
“Great Xavier swag and merchandise. My high school senior daughter wanted to buy everything because it wad all so cute. Prices are high like any other bookstore. Walked out with a cutoff sweatshirt to wear to the Xavier basketball game”
“Great college to find your passion as other students are seeking theirs--- Being a part of the on campus community breeds a strong culture of commitment & community & a real pursuit of-- "change your world life focus" It the right size..it's a place you won't get lost at! All for one, one for all Be a Musketeer, it will change your life !”
“It was great going back to the bookstore and getting some swag. I graduated in 1990 and promptly left Cincinnati. Just moved back after 30 years away. It was amazing being back on campus. The bookstore is very large, clean and lots of stuff. Purchase a new hat, car decal and some stickers.”
Barnes & Noble is proving that physical bookstores aren't going anywhere. The retailer just opened three new locations across Texas and South Carolina, marking another step in its comeback story. Barnes & Noble opened 57 stores in 2024 alone - more than it had opened in the entire decade from 2009 to 2019. The company isn't slowing down either, with plans to open more than 60 new stores in 2025 and a goal of reaching over 1,000 stores nationwide in the coming years.
