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March 2024 by Warren W.
let's just say that they are 'very selective' of the books they carry ! if it doesn't meet their own personal views, it won't be stocked !
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February 2024 by Ramya A.
The bookstore is very nice. The location is great next to a food court and staff is helpful.
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December 2023 by Jesse K.
I love this book store. I try to visit once a week. I buy something at least once a month. I'll admit I check prices against amazon but if there price is even close I'll buy the book from them. We absolutely must support small book story. Our lives as we know it depend on it.
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November 2023 by C H.
Such a cool bookstore! I've only driven by the front of this shopping center before and didn't know it had an interior mall or an upstairs. So glad we detoured to go check it out. It was so much bigger than I expected! New books, used books, a food court (with a dumpling restaurant, a gyro restaurant, and a cafe/bakery), some study tables, and gift options (socks, notebooks, candles, toys, but also an alpaca-goods cart!)...definitely will be back to explore and hang out.
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November 2023 by Abby C.
I love this bookstore. It's been a while since I've been there because I moved south. This is in my opinion a perfect bookstore. Lots of books new and used but it doesn't feel like a big box store. We went to an author event to see Ali Hazelwood, it was my first of this type of event. My only issue was that it started at 7 which seemed sort of late since by the time it got over and we got through the signing line it was almost 10pm. There were 3 other authors there and the store didn't order enough of the other authors' books so some people missed out. Overall a great book store, typical book store prices.
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October 2023 by John Kutasz
Third Place is a terrific spot to visit when you're near the north end of Lake Washington. I can't think of a store that is better suited to browsing and seeing what's new.Being outside the Seattle city limits, parking is a breeze (and being in a shopping center with food, hardware, housewares, bakeries, .... you can do lots of things without moving your car)The bookstore is in an expansive, atrium like space, with a variety of food and drink and relaxation options sharing room with the bookshelves and wide aisles. The width of the aisles is particularly nice for me - being able to stand back a bit and crane my neck to look at titles makes browsing much more comfortable.They have a nice section of rarer books, as well as a section of autographed new titles, so there's always something interesting to see here.
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October 2023 by Jonathan Evans
Third Place Books and Commons is one of the most incredible places in and around Lake Washington. With one of the largest selections of books, new and used, as well as collectable editions and signed copies - its a literary treasure trove. The staff are always amazing and able to help you find a specific title or provide a suggestion.They frequently have authors in for book readings and even host live music on Friday nights.Sadly, one of my favorite parts of the Third Place experience - the food court and commons area - has slowly diminished over the years. It was once vibrant and hopping- and THE place to be any given night of the week, for all ages. The food vendors that are still there are great, if a little expensive.I would love to see a return of the thriving community culture that was once there, but I still trek down to Third Place often and even meet to play games with friends once a week.
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September 2023 by John K.
Third Place is a terrific spot to visit when you're near the north end of Lake Washington. I can't think of a store that is better suited to browsing and seeing what's new. Being outside the Seattle city limits, parking is a breeze (and being in a shopping center with food, hardware, housewares, bakeries, .... you can do lots of things without moving your car) The bookstore is in an expansive, atrium like space, with a variety of food and drink and relaxation options sharing room with the bookshelves and wide aisles. The width of the aisles is particularly nice for me - being able to stand back a bit and crane my neck to look at titles makes browsing much more comfortable. They have a nice section of rarer books, as well as a section of autographed new titles, so there's always something interesting to see here.
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September 2023 by Kathaleen Parker
There still are private book stores in the Pacific Northwest, and Third Place Books is one of those gems. This is the kind of go-to place you take your visiting friends to, a book store inside a community. It has a fantastic inventory, friendly sales staff, and easy parking. And when I order children's books for an 'almost missed birthday' or to order a book to share with a friend, this store puts personal touches in the shipping, and reads your special notes within your online order for that extra touch. Their parking is easy and I highly recommend!
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September 2023 by Anne M
I love the variety of books available, new and used.I can usually find what I want, fiction, non-fiction, kids or teens, and have added to my collection of used audio books too.Nice seating for relaxing/reading and gifts for friends and family.
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September 2023 by Kalen Schack
One of my favorite community spaces and bookstores in the area. Beautiful store with friendly staff, and just outside are several options for food. I enjoy their author events and community open mics!
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September 2023 by Greg Brooks
Very fine bookstore! Several aisles stuffed with books and sorted well into genres. I also liked the little trinkets they offer. Highly recommend.
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August 2023 by Gary M.
An amazing place! Easily one of the best bookstores in the USA.You have to see it to believe it!
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August 2023 by Rodel Romero
The bookstore and surrounding area is very huge! They have a large selection of second hand books along with many eateries like American Style Sandwiches, gyro plates and Asian dumplings. This business connects to a mall like area which includes Planet Fitness, Ace Hardware and Albertsons. We'll definitely be back :)
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July 2023 by Anonymous ..
Really great. A very good selection and actually very reasonable prices. The bargain books section often has books priced at or below Amazon. I'm always happy to visit and support a local bookstore when the prices are this reasonable.
