Books Read & Books New

Category: Book store in Salem, Oregon

Address: 3886 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Phone: +15034002535

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 10AM–7PM

Tuesday: 10AM–7PM

Wednesday: 10AM–7PM

Thursday: 10AM–7PM

Friday: 10AM–7PM

Saturday: 10AM–7PM

Reviews

Karina Garcia-elias

Oct 9, 2021

I usually like to give people (and places) a few tries before I form an opinion. I get it we all have bad days… however the two times that I went in were not pleasant experiences at all. The first time we went in I tried helping my little brother find a book. We walked in and weren’t even acknowledged (that’s fine). However when we asked for assistance the owner (I assume) wasn’t very friendly or helpful and we eventually ended up looking for the manga section of books ourselves. The second time I went in still no “hello” or recognition. I KID YOU NOT… TEN SECONDS AFTER I WALKED IN A WHITE WOMEN COMES IN AND BOTH THE OWNER AND HIS DAUGHTER SAY HI TO THE LADY AND START CHATTING IT UP ASKING IF THEY CAN HELP WITH ANYTHING. AS A P.O.C I WAS APPALLED. I LEFT IMMEDIATELY AND WILL NEVER WALK INTO THIS STORE AGAIN. Please treat all your guests the same whether they are young, old, white, or of color. WE ALL DESERVE RESPECT.

Dylan Muller

Oct 3, 2021

Awesome bookstore. Huge selection and the owner is an expert in hard to find and rare books.

Michelle Frielink

Sep 23, 2021

This is a nice place to explore. I enjoyed it and found an old book that looked practically new for just $3.

J B

Aug 9, 2021

Truly the best selection and best service in the Mid-Willamette Valley. The owner is a true bibliophile, and has a knack for sourcing rare and lesser-known works. Prices are reasonable too!

Thanks! Your review is awaiting moderation.

Questions & Answers

I am looking for a kids NF book on spiders. Do you have one?

Chris Williams | Dec 19, 2021
Books Read & Books New | Dec 19, 2021

Hi Chris, No luck on the book. I can look into ordering one for you, if you'd like. Thanks, Gary

You guys but books?

Micheal Norris | Jul 17, 2022
Books Read & Books New | Jul 17, 2022

Hi. We aren't currently buying or trading. We're trying to get a little further away from COVID and also get through some of our backlog before we do. Once we're through those we'll probably do just trades. Thanks!

Read More

Are you still temporarily closed?

Beans Cody / Mya | Jul 17, 2022
Books Read & Books New | Jul 17, 2022

No, sorry. I was trying to show that for part of next week and didn't think I posted it.

Do you sell manga, by any chance? :)

Perla Zavala | May 18, 2022
Books Read & Books New | May 18, 2022

We do, but currently we have a small selection. We have some Demon Slayer, Fire Force, Berserk, and One Punch Man. We also have the box set of Demon Slayer (1-23) that has some extras. Thanks, Gary

Are you hiring for new employees?

Tara Rocksong | May 18, 2022
Books Read & Books New | May 18, 2022

Hi, We are not currently hiring, but we'll keep your name on file when we do. Thanks!

Do they buy books for credit to purchase?

Heather Roberts | Aug 16, 2021
Books Read & Books New | Aug 16, 2021

Hi Heather, We aren't currently buying or trading, but when COVID is over we will be doing credit for books brought to us. Thanks!

Thanks! Your answer is awaiting moderation.

Thanks! Your question is awaiting moderation.

Related Places