The 20 Best Bookstores in Edmonton, AB

Fresh reviews:

Wow! Really any used bookstore should strive to be like this. This makes other stores feel like a flea market.With books floor to ceiling and in every genre, Alhambra books lets your imagination take control. It is not just the amount of books. It is the breadth and depth of the selection. Prices seemed…

Rocky P.

Alhambra Books

Best of the locations. Great selection and having two floors really adds to the feel. Love to come down here and look around.My wife and I came here while we were dating. We both chose books independently and then shared what we found with each other as a way to learn more about one another. Coincidentally we…

Rocky P.

Wee Book Inn

I don’t spend a lot of money on books, but when I am in the mood to buy a book this is the location I prefer. The staff are always very friendly can help me find what I’m looking for. I like how chapters has books recommended by employees.Chapters is also a great place to come for gifts. Did you know you can…

Bonnie A.

Chapters

Indigo was packed with people and understandably so as the holidays are approaching. I am a fan of their desktop Mac computers where you can do your own searches for books and other things. The store now carries an array of home décor and accents which I have been a fan of. My favorite mug is «Good Morning…

Sally T.

Indigo

Great place for buying new agey things like books, muisic and crystals, jewellery.Very friendly helpful staff.I rarely go there anymore though because of parking issues. I hit it occasionally on a sunday.

Bill K.

Ascendant Books

I really enjoy this location. It doesn’t have the quaintness of Whyte Ave or the clean lines of downtown. It has a great small town feel.I have been coming to the Eastwood location since the mid-90’s when my brothers lived nearby. I would stop in to buy a Star Trek novel to read while visiting. 20 years later…

Rocky P.

Wee Book Inn

Been frequenting this place for over 6 years. There is a lot going for this quaint little place and then there’s not. Great selection of beverage but food isn’t that tasty. Charming atmosphere however it can get crowded fast. There seems to be a lot of books to chose from but then once you take a closer look…