Best Book Stores in America

Madison

Frugal Muse Books

235 Junction Rd, Madison, WI 53717

Offers a wide selection of new and used books, movies, music, and games. Known for its great prices and community events.

University Book Store

711 State St, Madison, WI 53703

Provides textbooks, supplies, and Badger gear for the University of Wisconsin-Madison community.

Mimosa Books & Gifts

260 W Gilman St, Madison, WI 53703

Offers books and gifts focused on spirituality, holistic health, and personal growth.

The Book Deal

319 W Beltline Hwy, Madison, WI 53713

Madison's best deal for used books, offering over 30,000 books at affordable prices since 2018.

Leopold's Books Bar Caffè

1301 Regent St, Madison, WI 53715

Combines a bookstore with a bar and coffee shop. Features a curated selection of books arranged by country, along with craft cocktails, coffee, and wine.

20th Century Books

1421 South Park St, Madison, WI 53715

Specializes in science fiction, fantasy, and mystery books, offering both new and used titles.

A Room of One's Own Bookstore

2717 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704

A progressive independent bookstore specializing in new and used books of all genres, with a focus on minority voices. Established in 1975.

Rainbow Bookstore Cooperative

426 W Gilman St, Madison, WI 53703

An independent bookstore and community space offering books on social justice, activism, and progressive politics.

Barnes & Noble

7433 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53717

A national chain bookstore offering books, toys, games, and music. The Madison location features a Starbucks café and regular community events.

Mystery to Me

1863 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711

An independent bookstore offering a wide selection of mysteries and other genres. Known for its community events and author readings.

Evening Star Books

8413 Excelsior Dr, Madison, WI 53717

Specializes in used and rare books with a focus on philosophy, modern first editions, and historical texts.

Avol's Books

2717 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704

Operates within A Room of One's Own Bookstore and specializes in used books sold on consignment. Also sells online via various platforms.

Lake City Books

1001 State St, Madison, WI 53703

A downtown indie bookstore offering a variety of new and used books, including a large children's section and unique genres like Magical Realism.

Paul's Book Store

670 State St, Madison, WI 53703

A long-standing independent bookstore offering a large general stock of used and out-of-print books. Buys single volumes and entire libraries.

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