Book Bank

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Katelyn Hensel

I took several dozen books here in the hopes of selling. They were all released within the last year, most hardcovers, all by prominent authors of note in their field. Subjects ranging from Classic Fiction to Science Fiction to Contemporary Fiction. NO ROMANCE. I was told by the worker that they would not accept the books because they were romance books; when I pressed further because these were clearly not romance books, the worker explained that most books about women or with women main characters didnt sell so they wouldnt buy them. Now I cant fault the company for having restrictions, but having met all the guidelines provided by their website, Im a bit miffed that these books werent accepted. I hope in the future they may change their guidelines to allow some great new books to be sold, instead of shelves and shelves of just Stephen King and James Patterson. It would help if their workers were informed that just because a book was written by or about women, doesnt mean that the book is conaidered a "romance" book.

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Bill McMorris

I was ready to throw in the towel and buy a Kindle when Borders closed. But then I wandered into Book Bank en route to lunch. This is now a weekly pilgrimage; amazing selection, helpful staff (great recommendations, knowledge of every type of literature). Just a block from the metro; lose the free weekly newspapers and see how much less depressing your commute is. Long live the book and long live Book Bank.

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A Private User

Don runs a great bookstore and its my late afternoon weekend hangout. A coffee bar would be a nice addition. This store has always been a great place to browse for unique books. The staff are all literate and can easily engage and direct shoppers to books on just about any topic. I trade in books I no longer need in exchange for new and interesting reads..........Francine N.

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Roger Lathbury

I love to shop there and go often. Discrete, tasty selection, fairly priced. Friendly, humorous, reasonably knowledgeable staff. No super expensive (e. g., $1000) volumes but lots in the $6-25 range, with signed copies, first editions etc. clearly set off. Sensibly organized, so its easy to browse. If you answer the riddle of the month, you get a free $1.00 book.

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Sarah Phillips

Fantastic location. Labeled and organized bookshelves are easy to manage. Prices fair. Only a four star rating due to the rather stiff and dry reception and interraction with the sales woman who only appeared bothered when asked for assistance in locating a title. Overall, titles and range of books are worth returning for.

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Davia D

Great store- I regularly go there and both bring in & buy books. They only take some of the ones I have, of course, but it makes refreshing my book supply from their selection even more affordable :) They get new stuff pretty often, so its worth repeat visits.

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Philip Bansal

Great selection: literary criticism, philosophy, fiction, and poetry. Helpful staff. Challenging trivia questions. Good bluegrass and folk music. One of my favorite book stores in the DC area

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Fred Schmid

I just noticed this bookstore recently and plan to keep stopping by. I love the little corner in the back filled with Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and Horror books. Great location and wonderful variety!

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Corinth Arkadin

Unfortunately, the place was underwhelming and the smell was overpowering...moldy books & the urine/feces stench of the homeless people who walk in and around. Very unpleasant.

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Maiky Tran

Great finds. Good prices. Nice to not have to drive to the "next town over" to find used books. A nice place to start a visit to Old Town...trolley stop right on the corner.

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Krisjand Rothweiler

Looking for a book as my wife stopped, I found this place. And had a book in hand already as I walked in the door. Tons choices, very friendly and good old book atmosphere.

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A Private User

I love going here because there is always a great selection of used books and the woman there is always friendly and helpful.

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Jeanne-Marie Tchoumak

Used book store so theres not a lot of choice, but its a great place to find copies of the classic. They only take cash

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Shanice Bernard

I wish they had a little more selection in some areas but overall a great little spot for any and all book lovers!

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Scott Braaten

Very genuine overall. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the store on whole supports good cause.

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David Newcomb

Awesome selection, great ambiance, friendly staff, and dog friendly! An all time favorite used book store!

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Julie Cizek

They are so nice, and hold many cool books at low prices. They dont take every book, but will buy most.

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A Private User

I go to this place weekly and browse the shelves at random because I never know what gem I may find.

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Nick Moyer

Save the used bookstores! This is a charming little spot. Great selection of literary fiction.

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A Private User

Good collection, new stuff always coming in. Very handy to have around. I go once a month

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Samantha Sunkel

Has a great Location, and the Prices are very reasonable. My favorite book store by far!

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Bethany Hanson

Im so glad I found it! Great selection with good prices. Ill definitely be a regular.

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A Private User

Was alright. Selection wasnt much. May get lucky to find that odd ball book.

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Joseph DeGraff

Good selection and clear guidelines to what they will buy back from you.

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Evan Chvotkin

Great selection, friendly staff, accessible location. Win win win!

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Jessica Egan

Favorite book store in town!

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A Private User

cute little book store.

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Harris Mylonas

Great collection

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