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The Book Rack
551 NE Midway Blvd #3, Oak Harbor, WA 98277, United States
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Ra
Review №1

Something worth taking a look at. Theres all kinds of fantasy genre books and games for sale. Puzzles, Harry Potter beanies and mini books, Star Wars socks and ceramic coffee mugs, Twilight books, Lots of Anime comic books! Builds for wood gadgets. Figure painting with paint and brushes. Mystery board games wrapped up ready for Christmas! This was a really fun store! Check it out!

Os
Review №2

All sorts of fun art supplies, board games, and books to choose from. Especially fun erasers for my son!

Te
Review №3

My family loves this store. My kiddos always find something special. Lots of nerdy stuff and tons of Dungeons & Dragons supplies. Staff is always friendly and helpful.

Ju
Review №4

Every time I visit Oak Harbor, I have to stop at my favorite store, The Book Rack. They make it all too easy to find everything for my favorite hobby-D&D Comics, books, dice, trays and figures, Magic the Gathering Cards and mats, the best selection of tabletop games and a very carefully curated book section. From classics to the newest Sci Fi, it’s all there. On top of that, there are lots of fun little unexpected gift items. So great for a little something for the people at home. The staff is pleasant and super knowledgeable. I just wish we had one where I live!

Ja
Review №5

Very helpful and friendly. Found one of my favorite books today! LEGIT Gold😎🤙

Ki
Review №6

All too dangerous...to my wallet. I try and stay out of the store. I try and stay away from the excellent figure selection. I try and stay away from the great gaming book selection. But i cant...I am not strong willed enough. Have I mentioned how they have a great selection? *sigh* Seriously, if you are into gaming, this should be a regular haunt for you. Great friendly staff too.

Rh
Review №7

What a wonderful nerd haven! Comics, miniatures and paints, books, super cute accoutrements... This is a great place for a wide variety of fun goodies. Staff is super friendly as well. Support your local bookstore!

Ju
Review №8

Amazing nerdy book and game store. Great place for that unique or hard to find gift.

Da
Review №9

Ive been shopping at athe boom rack for gosh i think its going on about 20 years but ive been a loyal comic book collector and over the years have purchased man y a book from here they have always had a good selction of things not just comic book and a great selection of comics ive been happy with the store and the staff has alwaysy been helpful and cool eventhough i think its changed owners at least once i could be mistaken about this im not sure but i love it ans will continjue to shop there as long as its open

Ir
Review №10

The only reason to stay in Whidbey, a nerds paradise!

Au
Review №11

Undeniably the best hobby store in the area. The entire staff is amiable and accommodating. Its been awesome watching The Book Rack evolve over these past few years; I cant wait to see whats to come.

Wi
Review №12

Very Friendly service. I always got asked If there was anything I needed, was looking for or needed help with when walking threw the doors. I always say make sure to support you local gaming store😁. Great place to meet new people as well.

Je
Review №13

I cant praise this place enough, the staff is always friendly and they have a suprising selection, you can buy dice, models, board games, books, tarot/Oracle cards, mini figures, comics, manga, posters, card games and so much more. youll never know exactly what unless you go. I always find myself spending quite a bit of money there, but I still treasure and love everything Ive gotten. Going to this place is never a mistake especially if your a huge table top rpg, board game, or just general nerd. I also cannot stress how cool the dice selection can get.

Ch
Review №14

The comic book space has shrunk but its a very nice clean place

Me
Review №15

I love the combination of book shop and game shop. Excellent selection across the genres for both, with a side of miniatures. My arms were full, and I kept finding great things!! Too tempting 😏

Ka
Review №16

Beautiful store with a great selection of books and gaming items. A bit on the expensive side though

Ni
Review №17

I’ve been coming to the Rack for the last what, 25 years? It’s a great place to go for just about everything. Wonderful staff that know so much about the books and games they bring life to the island. Thank you book rack!

Ke
Review №18

Super friendly, knowledgeable and willing to take time to answer questions.

Co
Review №19

Really cool place with tons of variety. Books, comics, and various games. I go there for comics mainly. Very friendly employees

Mi
Review №20

Honestly these shops are usually filled with pretentious staff who gatekeep the most niches subjects but these people are really down to earth and super nice

Bu
Review №21

The best book store!! Always something new.

Se
Review №22

Book Rack is an awesome book store and a great place for niche nerd stuff from comics to D&D. They have an online subscription manager customers can use to purchase new/current comic books (and other stuff) and have them waiting for you when you come in. Its clean, the employees are nice and courteous, always worth a visit!

Lu
Review №23

Love the staff! Theyre always helpful and are more than willing to help you get what you need! This is by far one of the best game stores Ive ever been to!

Pi
Review №24

We stopped in on a recent trip to the island. Looks like a fantastic place! They have a board game rental system we hope to check out, once Covid relinquishes its icy grip on our economy

Ke
Review №25

The person who was working there was very nice and laid back, and made me feel very welcome there. They have a great selection of board games, as well as table top figures and dice. It was my first time shopping there, and I cant wait to go again!

Ki
Review №26

This is truly my favorite store on the island. The staff is so welcoming and kind, they have a very diverse selection of books and games, and anything they dont have, they can order. I 100% recommend to anyone that loves books or games.

Ch
Review №27

We loved this store! Has a little bit of everything of all our favorite and nerdy things, from board games to books to gifts.

Ly
Review №28

Probably my favorite place on the whole island! It has all the things I love.

Se
Review №29

Always a good experience! So many options and if they dont have what you are looking for they could probably order it for you!

St
Review №30

Loved this place!

St
Review №31

An outstanding local business with a good selection of sci-fi and fantasy books.Their bigger draw though, in my opinion, is their selection of RPG supplies and awesome board game rental selection. I didnt know this was a thing!The staff are all very helpful and appear to be people interested in the products, not just the job.

Cr
Review №32

Unique variety of books and trinkets!

Ca
Review №33

Cute little book store with a cute little set up. Room in the back for table top games, an enormous selection of tabletop minis and even a board game rental program which i think is fabulous. The employee was kind and helpfulbut not over attentive which is nice in a book store. I love the personal reviews on books and products. It helped me make an informed decision between two games I was considering.

oh
Review №34

Great customer service, however I opened two resealed Pokémon products from here. Not sure if they were accepting returns that caused them to be resealed.

Ca
Review №35

Relaxing atmosphere, clean ship, and whatever book they dont have theyll be more than happy to order for you.

Ry
Review №36

Cool little store with all the board games you can imagine

Me
Review №37

They reseal single packs. The girls are friendly as all hell willing to go above an beyond to get you what youre looking for . But the owner should rot for up charging new released PTCG so much.

Pa
Review №38

Excellent products selection, friendly and knowledgeable staff

Ch
Review №39

Love it here. As a comic collector they make it super easy and accessible to get what you need. Only complaint is maybe getting a bigger stock of graphic novels. Love the people

Ja
Review №40

I recently moved here and was looking for a place to find stuff to play D&D and expand my magic collection. I found this place on Google maps and instantly wanted to go. I live their selection of books and gaming stuff. There minifigure section was huge! My only issue is that they dont price match, and some of the stuff I wanted to buy was cheaper online. Other than that, great store! I think my family will be going there for my birthday!

ko
Review №41

Love this place! Super helpful staff and all sorts of amazing items. Been going to the book rack for over a decade and the place is better than ever.

Na
Review №42

It took me over a year to walk into their store and I wish I had stopped in sooner! Awesome and friendly staff who are knowledgeable about the products they carry. Theres a good variation of books and comics and board games. I will definitely be back.

la
Review №43

Love this store. Staff are great. I had a lot of questions because I was looking for a gift for a 15 year old girl. They were quick to have great ideas for me.

Ko
Review №44

I am very pleased with the way this store has changed. While still maintaining its presents as a book store, selling new and used books, it has also become a fairly great game store as well. You can find board games, table top rpgs, supporting paints and figures, dice, and much more its good to see Oak Harbor as finally nabbed itself and table top game store that will last.

Ka
Review №45

COVID made it less enjoyable. But its an amazing shop.

Ja
Review №46

Great place to get book, play DND, and play magic. Love the choices of figurines to paint and games to play. Great place to help buy individual MTG cards.

Ka
Review №47

Friendly staff, great selection of games, comics, books and manga! MTG events and game nights, and the awesome option of renting board games to take home and try with the family or friends.

De
Review №48

The Book Rack has a plethora of inventory and a helpful staff that is always attentive. Briar, one of the employees, is a fantastic help whenever I come in and the owner, Matt, always welcomes with a smile and asks you how your day is. If youve ever thought about stopping by but havent, do it! You wont be disappointed.

Ma
Review №49

Great place!! Used books, new books, comic books and graphic novels. Board games, board game exchange and a place to play games too. You can even enjoy a beer or other beverage while playing.

Jo
Review №50

Fantastic local comic shop that also has mass market paperbacks. Comics and gaming are certainly first here though. Great selection of graphic novels and some excellent deals on older issues when I visited. Gaming area is large and Im sure fun for all, though I am no expert on that.

Da
Review №51

Love the Rack. Great people, good selection of board games, comic books.

Ej
Review №52

A wonderful game and book store! Very friendly atmosphere, a super staff who go above and beyond! The games section has become one of the best in the area, with an excellent event space in the back.

Mu
Review №53

Thanks for being the weirdest nerds in town- hard to find a better hang out spot to play boardgames and find cool D&D stuff.

Cr
Review №54

Great little shop for the perusing fiction reader or gamer. Selection of used fiction is sizable. Gaming room is more than adequate. Looks like they cater to mostly RPG and comic enthusiasts.

Do
Review №55

This store has a huge COMIC BOOK section. They have tons of back issues that go all the way back to the copper age. There are some good finds to be found. I found 2 comic books in a back issue bin that were $5 a piece, but were both valued at more than $100 a piece. They also carry new comics, including several variants.

Gr
Review №56

Amazing an all around perfect, nice, and accepting place for all ages. You can get almost any awesome book, game, or comic. Always has great events. Go here!

Ke
Review №57

Everyone working there is super chill and I feel genuinely welcomed there. They have had some updates in the last couple of years and it suites them. The staff is helpful and my 5 year old loves finding things there

Ma
Review №58

The staff are really friendly and helpful. They are always updating and adding more items for sale. Their board game and D&D miniatures sections are great and always evolving. I will and have recommended people check this place out.

Ar
Review №59

Always excellent customer service. They will order items they dont have just for you. In store game play allows for great family time while testing out a game before buying it. The sales associates are very knowledgeable and helpful.

Jo
Review №60

Nerd and bookworm heaven with a little something for everyone. Nicely curated selection. Truly delightful people and great customer service.

An
Review №61

Great little shop. No complaint here. Wish standard mtg had a bigger following in Oak Harbor in general, but that isnt to blame one store or anything exactly. Maybe if there was bigger prize support or options for big tournaments in this area it would draw more attention.

Ad
Review №62

Great way to spend a saturday afternoon

je
Review №63

A really great place to find a good book as well as a great assortment of board games and more!

cr
Review №64

Got some pokemon cards for my son. Later found out that they are more affordable elsewhere. Not to helpful or patient with questions I had store though.

Ca
Review №65

Games, books, comics, and so much more. Helpful staff, welcoming atmosphere.

Ch
Review №66

Friendly staff great knowledge of the product and very upscale comic book shop

Ab
Review №67

They have a game room and a board game rental program in addition to a great selection of books. Their juvenile graphic novel section is one of the best Ive seen.

Er
Review №68

Friendly helpful staff, clean inviting game zone, and great deals on wide game selection.

Ra
Review №69

Shop small and local

Je
Review №70

Staff are great and always willing to special order or pre order anything they dont have in stock

Na
Review №71

This is a wonderful store for all your tabletop gaming need and a fantastic selection of books. The best place in town to shop for tabletop games and books

Re
Review №72

Was recently introduced to this store and purchased my first comic book here. They have a good selection of Manga and american comics. Also very welcoming and knowledgeable staff.

st
Review №73

Very cool place you spin a dice to save money at / checkout one of the only Comics board card D&D game stores in Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island they even have a game room in the back for Magic the Gathering

Mi
Review №74

Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Mostly used books with some new, so depending on what youre looking for, they may or may not have it. Great game section and play room in the back and comics as well. Will be back next time were in town.

Ra
Review №75

I ordered two books they didnt have in stock for less than I would have paid to order them online. They came in the next day, no problems. All the staff and polite and extremely helpful.

Ja
Review №76

Books, board, card, and boxed games galore. If you want to stop in for a quick game, theres an area for that as well as a chance to try some games before you buy. Really nice and helpful staff too.

mi
Review №77

For a place that has comics and gaming supplies there really want much geekery in the way of funko pop (had maybe 6 and they were way over priced even for chase) had a small tarot desk selection. Lady working the front was not very friendly or helpful and was almost bothered by the fact we were there.

Ni
Review №78

The best card/book/tabletop game shop around!!! Always friendly and knowledgeable staff and great atmosphere.

sa
Review №79

Staff have all been nice and welcoming since we showed up from the very first time. I havent been to an event yet with games or mtg but excited to meet new people when I start going. They have games you can play in the back with quite a few tables as well. We are also in town to visit and they had some pre built decks for mtg they created which was really cool.

Gl
Review №80

They have a great friendly and knowledgeable staff with a good selection and fair prices. Ive shopped here starting more than 20 years ago . They could work on their singles magic selection, and perhaps later hours during event nights when there are many patrons

Co
Review №81

This store is great. The staff is always so friendly and knowledgeable whether youre new to books and games or very experience!

M.
Review №82

Nerd heaven. A great place to find new and used books, theyre happy to special order if they dont have what you need. Plus, all the D&D and Magik supplies you could ever need.

Ra
Review №83

Over the past three years the store has transitioned from a second hand book store with some comics, to a center for gaming, new books, and great gift to fuel your fandom.

Ka
Review №84

Great selection of fantasy miniatures, games and Oracle decks. Very Helpful staff.

Vi
Review №85

I had no idea they had so much inventory. I will definitely go back, both grandsons want to return.

El
Review №86

Great products and staff is helpful without being pushy!

Ty
Review №87

The people who work here are genuinely nice and friendly. They have a decent selection of books and comic books. They have many options when it comes to sleeves and deck boxes for Magic the Gathering. They have 5th edition D&D books as well as the 3.5 edition reprints. There are board games a plenty. They have a myriad of dice. They have so many color choices and sizes of dice. The store is very clean and well organised with big tables for gaming. The store is open for anyone who wants to play Dungeons and Dragons, board games or MTG. You can also play Friday Night Magic here.

Co
Review №88

Building is clean and nice, friendly staff, nice selection

Je
Review №89

Super friendly, I love to come in and look around. The staff are super helpful and will special order anything you want but they arent pushy :)

Go
Review №90

Probably the best Comic/LGS in the area. Amazingly friendly staff, fast turn around for orders, and decent size crowds for MTG. Their point reward system for buying here is a nice touch too.Also, they have a great selection of Bones/D&D minis, good selection of paints, a Warhammer display, and of course a selection of books that I havent actually checked out yet.Long story short, MTG or Comics and most things in between, this is the first place Id be looking if you are anywhere between Oak Harbor and Anacortes.

Li
Review №91

Love the staff. All are helpful and friendly.Amazing store, chock full of stuff to feed your head

Ho
Review №92

Great place for kids and adults to go to try out new games, play old favorites and/or find your next favorite book!

Je
Review №93

Great local bookstore. Offers store credit for used books. Good selection. Also carries comics and a good selection of games.

Jo
Review №94

I love spending time here. Great selection, good prices, and a knowledgeable staff.

Pe
Review №95

One of my favorite places to go ..Just love place and people ..It rocks ! Go see for yourself ..

Na
Review №96

Awesome store. Lots to see, try, and buy

Ae
Review №97

Nice little shop with an array of books and items. Very clean, friendly service.

Ri
Review №98

Owened and ran locally, they always have the best selection, wether you want a book, a board game, or to hang out and play card games.

El
Review №99

Not a big selection

St
Review №100

Great place to hang out with great service and an awesome selection of products.

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  • Address:551 NE Midway Blvd #3, Oak Harbor, WA 98277, United States
  • Site:http://bookrackwa.com/
  • Phone:+1 360-675-6705
Categories
  • Book store
  • Comic book store
  • Game store
  • Miniatures store
  • Trading card store
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–7PM
  • Thursday:10AM–7PM
  • Friday:10AM–7PM
  • Saturday:10AM–7PM
  • Sunday:11AM–6PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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