Best Book Stores in America

Detroit

Another Look Books

22263 Goddard Rd, Taylor, MI 48180

A cozy used bookstore with a wide range of genres, Another Look Books is known for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. They also offer a special collection of adult coloring books and trade credit for used books.

B_KS@

1509 Broadway St, Detroit, MI 48226

Located inside the Siren Hotel, B_KS@ specializes in fashion, design, and art books and magazines. The store offers a sophisticated selection of limited edition and international books.

John K. King Used & Rare Books

901 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226

A Detroit institution, John K. King Used & Rare Books houses over a million books across four floors. It's known for its vast collection of used and rare books, including a Rare Book Room with over 25,000 fine books, maps, and first editions.

The Book Beat

26010 Greenfield Rd, Oak Park, MI 48237

A staple in the local independent book scene for over 40 years, The Book Beat specializes in art, children’s books, multicultural literature, and rare books. The store is known for its thoughtfully curated selection and community events.

Books Connection

31208 5 Mile Rd, Livonia, MI 48154

In business since 1981, Books Connection offers a wide selection of genres including mystery, romance, and science fiction. The store is known for its friendly atmosphere and extensive collection of used books.

Source Booksellers

4240 Cass Ave, Ste 105, Detroit, MI 48201

Located in Midtown, Source Booksellers is a Black- and woman-owned independent bookstore that offers a curated selection of nonfiction books covering topics such as history, health, and social justice.

Detroit Book City

24361 Greenfield Rd Suite 305, Southfield, MI 48075

Detroit Book City is a Black-owned bookstore that offers new and gently used books across various genres. They also sell local art, apparel, and African body oils, and host frequent author events and book signings.

The Sidetrack Bookshop

325 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067

This bookstore offers a curated selection of new fiction and non-fiction books for all ages, along with gifts for readers. They host events such as book clubs, open mic nights, and author readings.

Pages Bookshop

19560 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48223

This indie bookstore in Detroit’s Grandmont Rosedale neighborhood offers a carefully curated selection of fiction, nonfiction, and children's literature. Pages Bookshop also hosts author events and community gatherings.

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