A lot of BAM stores I’ve been in have been fairly nice, per my personal opinion. But I was less than impressed with this location..The store just didn’t feel real CLEAN. It wasn’t the most organized in a lot of ways and didn’t have that awesome bookstore feel, I don’t even know if that makes sense but I’m not sure how else to describe it. It seemed like maybe they were just really low on stock, but BAM stores that I am familiar with are usually packed to the brim with books, magazines and random collectibles, like almost excessively, and this location was bear in comparison to most I’ve seen.Let me also mention that I am an avid reader, so going to bookstores and just walking around and basking in the glory of so many books in such close proximity is a guilty pleasure of mine. I LOVE going to bookstores, but this BAM kind of just made me feel uncomfortable and I didn’t enjoy it like I normally do. I felt like the employees were unfriendly as well and just side eyeing me the whole time, and that’s not even the biggest part that I didn’t enjoy.Something I did think was pretty neat, though, was that this location still has one of those old ladders that’s connected to the bookshelf so you can climb to the higher up books. I wish more places still had those.I just feel that this location could do better. It’s possible I came in on an off day but I’m certainly glad this isn’t my local bookstore option..

I love this place. My husband couldnt find his coupon, so the manager came over and scanned a coupon she had on her phone. I wasnt expecting that. We were pleasantly surprised. Also, I overheard an employee helping a customer - she was helping the customer select a book and she gave personal recommendations. I thought that was great. This is definitely one of my fave places in Rapid.

The best book store in Rapid City (or anywhere else for that matter!)!!! Everyone, and I do mean everyone, is absolutely wonderful at this store! The most helpful and nice customer service! And the whole place is clean, clean, clean! Bottom line, this place rocks!!! The books are amazing as well 😍!

Their in store selection sucks. Needed a wedding planner. Was hoping to get one in store. Only place to get one is online. Went to look for other books while I was there. They were available online but not in store tried getting help from a worker and was blown off.

Cafe is a great spot to hang out and read. I love bookstores, and this one is no exception.

I enjoy the quiet and relaxed vibe they have going on in there. Great place to find some funko pops if your looking.

LolHits I got em thanks to 18243 being put in my drinks...o pay backs a mHtuI MF...ps. Oits......! Good store..I cant reed..need more pictures books

Surprisingly great bookstore. Big selection & friendly service. There’s a coffee shop too but I didn’t have time to scope it out.

Bookstores are becoming a rarity. Its nice to have one in Rapid. This is a nice store with a variety of reading material and collectibles.

Such a cozy place, go check it out. They got coffee and games inside; definitely a place to chill in

An excellent large book store. Excellent customer service where the world does not appreciate printed word vs. Virtual text

A great chill place to find all kinds of books. The design is pretty nice with the nice shelves and ladders.

Always love coming here. Very welcoming. Great staff clean atmosphere always find a fun bauble to buy

Didnt have a chance to look around but looks intrested

Great bookstore, I go there all the time to grab some coffee and read a book!

Lots of books. Found what I was looking for. Even had a cup of coffee from the coffee shop inside.

I wish I could have spent more time here on my trip. Did a quick walkthrough and was entertained by what I saw. Wish we had this instead of Barnes and Noble back home.

Very helpful staff. Nice selection of books, magazines, gifts. I enjoy this bookstore over Barnes and noble.

Absolutely love this place, always something to find and super nice employees.

Clean and well staffed. Coffee is delightful and bargain book section is huge!

I enjoy my visit very much. I love books and coffee. The employees are friendly and helpful so thank you all. You help me find book and gift in a great atmosphere.

Extremely helpful staff and super friendly!

Great place ☺️

Lovely staff, and a wide range of books (and various other items)

I love how the selection is always changing they keep things fresh and interesting, decent sized Wicca section which was surprising, anime manga section is vast as well.

Staff is always super helpful!

This is one of my girlfriend and eyes favorite places to go. For shopping or even just trying to get interested in another great read. Theres a coffee shop in it that is delicious. And the staff is super nice about helping you find that one book that youre looking for even if its not in the store.

Fantastic selection. Went there specifically to find manga for my teens.

I LOVE BAM! It is a total escape from reality and my go to place to forget about the world. Cannot say enough good things... PS- Joe Muggs is amazing too!

I always love coming here, the staff is friendly and attentive. Plus I always find something.

Wide selection of books, games and just enjoy anything else youd need!

Customer service was great. Great selection of popular books

Definitely a neat bookstore! This store offers a nice selection of books but also a variety of items that includes board games, journals, planners and a variety of pop culture gift ideas.This store is between a small, nook bookstore and a big B&N to me.

Lots of cool stuff but difficult to find something.

Grateful to still have a bookstore here.

Nothing better the sitting in cafe while kids discover new books. Always clean and staff helpful and friendly!

Nice atmosphere kind staff, great coffee!

Great books selection. Good coffee. Nice bargain prices too.

Staff is so friendly. When I cant find a book they are always willing to help with a smile on there face.

Customer service was excellent. Selection is vast with all the new stuff plus great bargains.

Always wonderful service. Thank you so much.

Its ok! Very unique selection. They had some books you dont normally find, but theyre missing a lot of normal selections. Ill be back!

Books-A-Million my favorite place may have to drive 60 miles but this place is loaded with books puzzles coffee the list goes on, I am always able to find an item that may be hard to find other places if they do not have it the staff is eager to help order this item. its nice at times when you walk in this place and be greeted and when youre leaving thanking you for taking the time to shop. I recommend someone that has not been to the bookstore to give it a try. Have a good day

Great place to go when the outside world gets to be too much

Had all the books I was looking for .From Paw Patrol Easter to the Apollo moon landing. great prices too.

Easy to navigate, but every once in a while I cant find the book I need

Absolutely loved the employee! Didnt catch his name. It was rather quiet and there werent a lot of people in. As I was checking out, he was very friendly. Asked me about my weekend plans and such. I appreciated the conversation, he seemed like he actually cared about his job and his customers instead of only caring to be paid. The selection of books is huge and has a lot of variety, every time I go I end up leaving with 3 books instead of 1. Wonderful place.

Always have a big selection of bargain books I absolutely love this store! Great deals, kind workers and, great coffee!

Great selection of books and more. Prices are great and staff is friendly and informative.

There only thing that would have been better is if they didnt have a sign requiring masks. This is South Dakota. Theres are no mask mandates here. They did not approach us however, even though we were maskless.

This well stocked store had everything I was looking for in books for the readers for which i was shopping. Fast and friendly service.

Fabulous selection of books, games and coffee beverages

Love this book store!

Great store but the staff were unfriendly

Amazing! HUGE variety of books and gifts!!! Bit pricy but wonderful helpful staff

Lots of great books. Coffee shop. Friendly staff. Lots of gift items too. I found books I didnt know existed.

Great place and staff.

Great place only downside is the sales pitches at checkout

Great place, very busy this time of year. Staff are very helpful!

Masks were worn by all. Selections of journals and planners were so pretty had a hard time choosing as gifts.

Needs more harry potter stuff

Looks good and great selection of TV, movies, books, etc...

Very nice staff.

I love a good read and I always find a book before I even get into the store from the clearance rack. Really cool place

Absolutely terrible. I came in the store they have a fair selection of books and other things but when I was at the coffee shop in the building I was asked if I wanted a free membership and I agreed to it but when I put my card in they told me as it was approved that my total was $28 something....long story short I had to go through a bunch of trouble and cancel the entire transaction because I am not paying $25 for a membership that was supposed to be free never coming here ever again

So helpful!!

I love it because they always have good Manga and my kids always find something there! Never spend less than a hundred dollars!

Dont get the magazines, its a scam

Very helpful staff, an enjoyable trip !

Great selection

Looks like they have everything for any book reader

Always great deals

Friendly and helpful employees

We had great service they were every helpful

Nice store, clean, variety.

Best book store ever!!!

Overall great place to find anything you need, the only reason I dropped the rating is the constant advertising they promote right at the check out. They try to get you to sign up to them, then get percentage off by doing it and Also subscribe you to a magazine all in one check out. I could really do without all of that.

Nice friendly helpful clean place price good people will to help you out

I enjoy going here just to see their new selections. The staff is always kind and really helpful!

Great selection of books

I can never just walk in and look around they always have great deals not just on books. Best place for easy birthday, and Christmas gifts.

I bought a book and they made me sign up for some thing that charges you for magazines. I am very displeased.

Pretty much any book you want, you can find here. The associated are amazing! I was having trouble finding a book so I just went up to check out. I asked the guy up there if they still had it and he said yes and took me to it. I didnt lose my place in line, and left satisfied that I found and my book. Not to mention, their coffee shop is amazing.

BAM is a great store - super selection of books; lots of best-sellers as well as standard favorites and selections of many categories. The kids books are outstanding with fun titles, educational books for history and science to name a couple. The staff is very knowledgeable and can offer suggestions for almost any taste. The Sale books are quite reasonable and its easy to walk out with an armful! In addition to the books, there are really great gifts or, as I call them: necessities! It is a great place to shop for kids birthdays or any special occasion. They carry a huge selection of magazines and their coffee shop has great treats and beverages. My husband and I occasionally spend a weekend morning there and enjoy a coffee and tea along with a snack. Of course, we cant get out without a book or two!

I LOVE BOOKS!!! BAM has a lot of books, toys, geeky stuff, quirky finds, and I would love to buy it all. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and they can help with suggestions in case youre not quite sure what you want when you walk in. There is a coffee area and plenty of space to sit and ponder your choices.LOVE THIS PLACE.The only problem is I dont have enough money to buy everything, but that is hardly their fault!

The store is very tastefully set up and the employees are friendly vand helpful.

Standard book store with a wide selection and a coffee shop.

I wish we had one in Sioux Falls!

Enjoyed my time!

Great selection and they always have a friendly staff willing to help!

The store has a nice, classic coffee shop that is a great place to read a book or play a game. There is a good selection of merch and games, and about a million books. I switched to digital, but the collectors edition books are always on my wish list.

Its a standard booksamillion, expect the overpriced trinkets, overpriced manga, etc.

Enjoy the quiet atmosphere here.Wonderful array of books, music and so much more.Friendly staff and great prices.

Needed help finding a book did not find it easily. Only found one after continued searching by my wife and I....

It good

I can get lost in here. I love coming here. There is a little cafe with good food, customer service is great.Only complaint is if you like social science books like me, you wont find any here. Im always disappointed in the lack of scholarly material that is a little more rigorous than what the general public would read so its understandable why they wouldnt have it here.Great selection tho and welcoming environment.

Decent coffee shop. Great location for teachers to get an generous discount on all purchases not just edu resources

Everyone was helpful and friendly. I just wish there was a larger selection of large print t books available. The store is beautiful and well taken care of

It was really nice inside. The employees were very friendly plus there were some really good deals on books. And its not just books in there. This would probably be a great place to find a nice birthday present for someone.

Great selection of a little bit of everything. Very helpful staff