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Hooked On Books
12 E Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, United States
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Ju
Review №1

Great bookstore. Mostly second hand books in good condition. Some new releases up front. Very eclectic. Knowledgeable booksellers and wide inventory.

Br
Review №2

They were super friendly and helpful. By far the cutest bookshop Ive ever entered. They have so many unique, rare, and antique books. Great place to go if youre a collector.

CJ
Review №3

A lovely old fashioned bookstore. Wonderful place to browse the shelves at your hearts content. I could spend hours there 🥰

Tw
Review №4

Great selection! Id love to get lost in the stacks of books!

Ro
Review №5

I love used book stores and supporting small businesses, and this place has a solid collection. However they are far more expensive than most, many books here are $15-20 while most used book stores Ive been to are $5 are less. Nice place to visit but if you actually want to buy some books your money is far better spent elsewhere.

jo
Review №6

Amazing store with some absolutely beautiful books. I dont live in Colorado Springs, but Ill tell you one thing, if I did, I would make patronizing this bookstore a part of my weekly. What a lovely experience. Will visit again when I come back.

Pr
Review №7

Delightful book release. ... Thanks Henry for this great book!!!!

Ra
Review №8

Tons of great options and very friendly staff! My friend found an out-of-print copy of a family heirloom book and I was very satisfied with a pristine collection of Shakespeare. Theres a great mix of unique titles and classics and it would have been easy to wander for hours.

Ja
Review №9

Very friendly staff and great selection. Great place to browse casually. You can tell the folks here really love books and want you to enjoy them. Our son loved the model train they have in front too.

Re
Review №10

Stopped in by chance and its amazing. I could spend all day in here, and too much money!

Ch
Review №11

This is not a corporate chain cookie cutter with an overly expense coffee chain and employees who dont know the stock or authors. Hooked on Books is a real, honest-to-goodness independent, locally-owned bookstore, with polite knowledgeable staff, a pleasant atmosphere, and plenty of ink & paper hidden treasures. The stock is vast, encompassing (nearly) all interests, and well kept. If they dont have it they will help or have suggestions to find it.Highly recommended!

Tw
Review №12

Cute little shop! Lots of selection and very friendly staff!

Ja
Review №13

Mixed feelings about this place. They seem kind of expensive for used books, in comparison with other used book stores Ive been too.

Je
Review №14

Friendly staff and vast selection of books with really fair pricing. I dont read much but I still manage to leave the store with books 😁

Sa
Review №15

Cute cook store, didnt really find anything new and exciting.

Sa
Review №16

I always find something to take home

St
Review №17

I think Ive found my new favorite book store. Super friendly and helpful staff. They even had The Masterpiece of Whimsical Science-Fantasy!

Li
Review №18

Great selection, good prices.

Da
Review №19

Great little bookstore.

gr
Review №20

Unassuming from the outside, located in an old strip mall, this bookstore does not disappoint! Hundreds of thousands of books crammed floor to ceiling but incredibly well organized! They have brand new discounted books, used books, antique and rare books and cards and gifts scattered throughout the store. Its a maze of books! The staff is friendly and helpful and they can order anything for you! There is a reason its been around for over 30 years ! A hidden unique gem in a sea of boring chain stores.

Jo
Review №21

Loving books is an all senses experience. One day, when the lights go out, you can still have your smell, feel, taste and sight, and additionally, hear those characters and story come to life. Hooked on Books is preserving the experience and fighting the good fight. For those who dont know, reading a book is entirely different from reading a book electronically. The complete satisfaction derived from holding that book in your hands may be unknown to some, but is cherished by others. Support local, support preservation, and go buy a book. Youll feel better, youll be hooked.

la
Review №22

Nice stock, very helpful staff

Ka
Review №23

I came in today because I needed a religious text that o couldnt find at the library. I found so much more at this quaint little book shop. I was instantly greeted by a young lady who promptly help me find the book I was looking for. Not only did she find that book she found several editions of it and texts that would help me understand different translations. The books were so unique that, the selection would not be possible at a normal book store or even the library (as I found out today).The bargains here are astounding. They allowed me to set aside a book I would like to buy, the binding was so beautiful I knew I had to have it! No way could I do that a corporate book shop.... They just want your money.If you come here to browse you will need to make sure you do t loose track of time. So much to see and a large selection of genres.

He
Review №24

Came to the store as part of Art Aloud for National Poetry Month. They were friendly and hospitable. Had a great selection of books of all genres. Its an honor to have my art on your walls for the next month!

He
Review №25

Jim, the owner was very helpful and kind to my children. Great kept secret for books of all kinds.

Er
Review №26

Lovely local bookstore. Staff is incredibly helpful, and kind. Well organized, and an awesome little shop dog there most days in the afternoon. Highly recommend!

Sh
Review №27

When you walk in, you are greeted by that book smell. Authors are easy to find. Service is friendly. Prices are reasonable and you can find some great bargains. I cant wait to go back.

Am
Review №28

New favorite bookstore in town - very knowledgable owner, and a good selection of rare books, cant wait to visit again. =]

A.
Review №29

A fun place! Friendly staff with a welcoming environment. Bought a book about planes for my toddler at a great price and now he loves! We will visit again! (Bijou location)

Ma
Review №30

This is an excellent bookstore. The interior is spacious, so wandering down the aisles isnt the cramped, disorganized affair that can sometimes happen in used bookstores. The selection is great, and it includes a large number of Easton Press books, which are beautiful and sturdy. The childrens section is excellent, as well. The owner is also friendly and knowledgeable. If youre looking for a book, or if youre just in the area, Id recommend stopping by.

Ni
Review №31

Good selection, very well organized, and simple pricing- $2 paperbacks and $4 hardbacks!

Ro
Review №32

Fairly new to the area and asked about local works that might help me learn more about the community and its history. Received excellent recommendations and purchased fine copies of Spragues Newport in the Rockies and Waters Pikes Peak. Greatly enjoyed reading both.

Jo
Review №33

Decent selection of both newer and used books. You can find some interesting treasures if you give yourself enough time.

La
Review №34

Great selection of hardback and paperback books. Well organized.

Ra
Review №35

Went in to browse around and got a LOT of really great advice on what to do with the old books I inherited.

Ro
Review №36

The downtown Hooked on Books is not as good as the original on Academy.This location is much more disorganized and always seems to look messy - like they are still moving in. Books are jammed in any kinds of space they can find, and it seems they don’t want to spend the time to make everything more organized and neat like their other store.Everything is thrown together and disorganized. Selection is lacking and never seems to change.One caveat - BEWARE they sell Barnes and Noble Leatherbound classics for more than they are at Barnes and Noble.

Br
Review №37

I walked in and dude asked how he could help. I asked for the Epic of Gilgamesh and he got up immediately and found the only copy in fiction he had. We browsed the amazing store, and by the time we got to the register, hed found a 2nd version of the EoG in Poetry. I bought both. Expertise and kindness in this place!

Pa
Review №38

Great new location for an old local favorite! So great to have a locally owned bookstore downtown once again! Love the new look and open feel of this downtown location feels like a real downtown, upscale bookstore.

R
Review №39

Beautiful little bookstore

En
Review №40

Good and unique small bookstore, lots of interesting things got sale, such as the tiny trail maps and vintage collection

Bo
Review №41

Love the books and never leave empty handed. Local books, older books and collectable. I use to shop at their other store but wanted to check this new one out. Though they have lots of books, it doesnt feel like the other store use to be. My husband remarked that he thinks the prices are higher. Maybe they are because I didnt spend as much as I have in the past. I would go back again.

Ke
Review №42

Found some great books here. Some old and some new but everything I looked at was in good or better condition.

Ch
Review №43

Great local store with book signing and meet the author night. If you love literature and want to meet a great local crowd this is the shop for you.

Am
Review №44

I love this used book store. Friendly and stuffed with book on every subject.

Un
Review №45

To be honest im not that impressed. I come in and nothing even looks that good. Their fantasy selection isnt even that good. They dont even have anything for young adults like my self. Not such a recommended store in my opinion

Kr
Review №46

Nice place, broad selection of new and used. A little pricy but its nice to see that printed books are still popular.

Ca
Review №47

Enjoyed the selection of vintage books! The staff was nice to talk to and recommended a fantastic restaurant to visit in the area.

Jo
Review №48

Down home, great selection of used books, art, and magazines etc.. Friendly staff.

A
Review №49

Excellent selection, and theyre not machines!

Jo
Review №50

Great atmosphere and great selection. The only downside is that there is no restroom.

Ma
Review №51

The collection of books in this store is beautiful, from hand bound classics to 200 year old bibles theres some thing for everyone in this store!

Er
Review №52

Great book store with very helpful and polite staff

Br
Review №53

Great classic bookstore with interesting finds in every aisle

Da
Review №54

Always outstanding in selection, service, price, and atmosphere. That is why Im a frequent visitor.

No
Review №55

Great place for all your used book needs, and the staff are incredibly helpful and friendly.

Ad
Review №56

Everyone here is so friendly and very knowledgeable.

ja
Review №57

Good selection and prices.

Mt
Review №58

Welcoming, comfortable atmosphere, good location, broad selections of new & used/vintage books and mags, including maps, artwork, t-shirts, etc. Some prices are high but its generally because of rare/first editions and/or difficulty of obtainment.

Is
Review №59

A really good book found me here.

Mi
Review №60

Great reading today by Mr. Anderson

Ka
Review №61

Great selection of books! And, if they dont have it, theyll try to find it for you.

Pa
Review №62

Great selection of books with some unexpected finds.

J
Review №63

Love it good hard to find books

Ju
Review №64

Awesome used book store

Da
Review №65

Lots of old. Books

Cl
Review №66

Lots of books, small isles

ro
Review №67

I found it nice little cleaned

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  • Address:12 E Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, United States
  • Site:http://hookedonbooksco.com/
  • Phone:+1 719-419-7660
Categories
  • Book store
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–6PM
  • Thursday:10AM–6PM
  • Friday:10AM–6PM
  • Saturday:10AM–6PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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