Used and independent bookstores in Edmonton
Cheaply stock your bookshelves, find something unexpected or pick up some local literature at Edmonton’s used and independent bookstores.
Wee Book Inn
10310 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 1Z8The Wee Book Inn has three locations in Edmonton and each store has a resident cat: Fleur, Fergie and Saku. This bookstore buys and sells used books, music and movies, and their selection is current and in good condition. This is my go-to choice for used fiction, and, as a bonus, the Whyte Avenue location is open seven days a week until midnight.
The Edmonton Book Store
10533 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 2A3I was charmed by this used bookstore the moment I walked in. The floor-to-ceiling oak bookshelves twist and turn, creating quiet nooks and crannies perfect for reading. The Edmonton Bookstore specializes in second-hand and out-of-print books on Western Canada, world history, military, philosophy and literature, and they’ve also catalogued all of their volumes online.
Alhambra Books
10115 81 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6E 1W9Alhambra books is a second-hand store with a vast section of Alberta literature, as well as books on nearly every subject, from medical texts to collectible children and adult fiction. Alhambra Books has an online inventory, as well.
Mandolin Books & Coffee Company
6419 112 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5W 0N9This community hotspot is located on 112th Avenue in the Highlands community. Mandolin Books sells high quality second-hand fiction and non-fiction, including children’s books. Coffee and baked goods are part of the experience, and the small patio is open during the summer.
Audrey's Books Ltd
10702 Jasper Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 3J5Owned by a husband-wife team, Audrey’s Books is a downtown favourite. The creative window displays often catch your attention as you walk down the street. Audrey’s has a great selection of new fiction and non-fiction and sells gifts, toys and cards. The lower level of the shop can be rearranged to seat small crowds for book readings and literary events.
The Sherwood Park Bookworm Inc
133-120 Wye Rd, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 6P2The Bookworm is a used bookstore located in Sherwood Park, specializing in fiction and non-fiction. The shop has a large children’s section. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and there are several comfy leather chairs so customers can sit back and do some reading.
The Bookseller
9562 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6C 0Z8Looking for rare or out-of-print books? The Bookseller, located on Whyte Avenue, has a large selection of used scholarly texts and non-fiction, and an extensive religion category, including biblical theology, religious studies, Catholica and church history. You can search and purchase books from the Bookseller online.
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