“I love this store!!! It's filled with the most important things anyone can have in their domain... Books, movies and most important music!!! Especially all the vinyl!!! Helpful staff too!!! I can spend hours in there!!! Highly recommend!!!”
“One of the coolest shops I found during my trip to Seattle. I felt like there was a map here for every location, every niche interest.
I purchased mostly neat postcards and stickers as mementos of my visit to this city, but I imagine this would be a delight to many other map-appreciators like me — whether you’re local or beyond. Spent a lot of time poking around various spots in the store, which was overall very well-organized.
Staff was super friendly and welcoming, and good music playing!”
“I’ve been coming here since the 90s on trips to Seattle. It’s a truly great bookstore in both ethos and inventory. I always find something unexpected that feels like a book hunting event. There are great places for a bite to eat on the block. Go. You won’t regret it.”
“Couldn’t be nicer! Store was full of beautiful things and the people were amazing! Blessed our purchase and our family with a relic. Will be going back when we are in the area! Love the store and the employees!”
“Well organized. Many shipping options including in-store pick-up. Very fair pricing. They are in the middle of all the action in Seattle so if there are events or games parking can be difficult. But their corner location is easily accessible and near restaurants, plazas,
and landmarks.”
“Great vibe, but the mural on the back wall is something else… an incredible piece of art that celebrates so many of our home-town musicians. Thank you for helping keep music something you feel and touch.”
“Stopped into this bookstore while on vacation back in April, and my only regret is only buying one book and not spending more time browsing. Lots of variety and the owner was friendly and helpful.
I was looking for a specific book and while he didn’t have it in stock, there were plenty other books available by the same author. When I made my pick he mentioned it was actually the better book. I just finished it, and honestly, he was right, it completely blew me away.
If I'm ever back in Seattle, this will definitely be one of my first stops”
“I freaking love this place. Noodling around in the shelves is always delightful, and the staff are kind and helpful. And they are tolerant of my toddler playing hide and seek while I’m shopping.”
“Such a cozy little spot! I come here regularly with my kids and it’s always so fun. They have a great variety of books, and also some fidgets and trinkets. The highlight is most likely the amazing staff, who are so nice and have great book recommendations!”
“Such a lovely book store on the junction. They have a great variety of books, a large kids section along with events like book clubs, children's story readings on the weekends, author signings, and fun deals around some holidays or special events. They also provide free gift wrapping, and offer to send books and gift cards to anyone in the United States on your behalf!
Whenever I want to order a book, I do it through the Paper Boat Booksellers instead of Amazon. Support your local bookstores!!”
“This place is located inside of a shopping market. Small to navigate through as it is popular, but is has really neat items and things that come directly from Japan. My wife who spent time in the land of the rising sun was super excited about it and it brought back memories for her. I would say this is excellent.”
10:30AM - 6PM
215 1st Ave S, Kent
Book Stores
“Whenever I visit Kent I always make sure to stop by and support this shop. The selection is massive!! It has many of the new titles everyone wants and countless older books that will make you fall in love with reading all over again. I especially love that the Sociology section is always stocked with great vintage pocket books and that the manga selection takes up almost an entire wall and additional shelving around the store!! The owner is also so knowledgeable about what he has in stock, he didn't even need to look up the authors I asked for; he knew exactly what I was looking for and where to find it!! He rocks!! Go support this incredible independent bookstore!!”
“Above avg. beer selection and food from Seattle's famous beer purveyor Chuck's, lots of seating, cool old bldg w high ceilings, noisy when busy, but adjacent & expansive retail book section manages to be noticably quieter. Overall, feels like an independently hip and happening place to be. We played a board game downstairs while a dozen+ cribbage players match took place.”
“Little indie bookstore that knows it's niche and has phenomenal vibes. The owner is great for a chat and was super helpful. Very worth your time to stop in and poke around, even if only to stop and smell the metaphorical roses”
“Lots on offer, from art and delicate figurines to whites to scripture sets to stuff for kids and more. Theres a little goodies nook with lots of yummy treasures near the registers my daughter got a kick out of.”
“Lovely bookstore with a wide selection! Prices are fair for most options but I felt children’s read alouds were a bit overpriced.
I found a few missing parts of my collection, which is so satisfying. My top suggestion is for the kids area to have a little toy or two in the back so parents and siblings can shop a bit longer and get those BOGO (10).”
“The team at Peter Miller went above and beyond to secure a copy of the Jazz Kissa book by K. Kusunose, D. Turnbull. A limited edition, it took a few months to secure the book, importing from Europe and shipping across the US. They provided regular updates throughout the process with the book ultimately arriving to my home in perfect condition - amazing:-)”
10AM - 6PM
560 SW 152nd St, Burien
Book Stores
“Lovely local bookstore! Good selection of books for children and adults, (did not really see any comics, but that's ok!) They sell a nicely curated collection of new and used titles and the clerk I spoke to was excited to have us! An excellent experience overall and a real gem of a bookstore!”
“Three Trees Books is a true gem. The store is beautifully curated. You can tell the owners have worked hard to create a space that radiates friendliness. Their online ordering system is also fantastic—easy to use and a great way to support a local treasure.”
10AM - 6PM
400 Occidental Avenue South, Seattle
Book Stores
“A hidden Seattle secret where you can find some of the rarest books, the best people watching, a refreshing beer & pleasant bartender, out of the ordinary conversations with patrons, and maybe a 1968 Royal typewriter producing a poets latest book. 😉📚For those who know…”
“I’ve been to plenty of indie bookstores before but this one stands out. The booksellers really know their stuff and are happy to help you find a new book to take home (along with plenty of recommendations).”
“I was just visiting for a few days and found the cutest nook! They have a good variety of genres and while the organization is a little confusing, each of the two days I went the staff were really helpful about finding stuff. All of the books are in great condition and at a great price, I even found a few Taschen books in their notable architecture section at almost a quarter of the cover price. Great vibes, great books, cool staff, I'd definitely go back.”
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“Thoughtfully curated collection of unique clothing, toys, and books. Absolutely had no intention of buying anything but couldn't resist getting several items! Will return!”
“My favorite bookstore! The staff are wonderful, the book selection is unparalleled, and the store itself is such a lovely inviting space. I’ve been to so many great events here. If you’re a poet or lover of poetry, this is the place to be!”
“I've been to this store a couple of times. It's a bit dark and cramped but they have a huge collection and an amazing selection of car books, including many very rare titles. The staff are friendly and helpful. This has to be one of the best auto book stores in the country.”
“This is the cutest store for kids and babies! The staff are friendly and helpful if you are looking for something in particular. I love that they have used stuff because kids go through things quickly and it’s more sustainable! You can sell your stuff to them as well. It’s just fun to be in there. It’s a colorful, cozy delight just to visit.”
“Friendly, helpful staff & great selection of merchandise! Remembered my phone call from a couple of weeks ago and provided excellent customer service, resolving my problem quickly and efficiently.”
“Barnes and noble is my go to.
Been going since I was a teenager.
Love the new revival with each store operating like mini independent book stores.”