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4.0 of 5 stars.
BookPeople was one of the first businesses I fell in love with when I first moved to Austin a year ago. As cliche as it sounds, coming from the soul-draining suburbia that is Tampa, FL (and let's be...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this bookstore even though they don't offer as many specials as I would like. Still, nice wide aisles, colorful displays, helpful staff all contribute to this great experience! I studied...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i wasn't really impressed with book people, mainly because everyone was telling me how huge it was and how exciting of a place it was. it wasn't anything spectacular and it wasn't the biggest...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first visit to BookPeople, and I'll have to preface this review by saying that I come from a small town where we were happy to drive an hour just to get to a Barnes and Noble or Borders....
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
H-E-A-V-E-N !! I literally walked around in a daze. It was my first time checking this place out and I was amazed! There was so much there was no way I could focus on one thing. I had a gift card...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very helpful staff. Great place to browse for books. Good selection.
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In Austin, there's no shortage of creative outlets, bookstores being no exception of course.Over the past decade, I've seen a lot of shifts in the book market around town, and no one has gone...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I love roaming bookstores and Bookpeople is no exception, but I've had two bad encounters with pretentious and rude staff members within the last few months. To be fair, I've encountered dozens of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Many of Austin's most curious minds and voracious readers can be found her e at the corner of Sixth and Lamar. THE place to keep it weird, get your read on, get your snack on next door at Whole...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
BookPeople is one of those places where I don't usually buy anything (unless it's on sale), but I immensely enjoy going there nonetheless. They always give me good ideas of books I'd like to buy on...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great book selection! Helpful staff!BUT WHERE DID ALL THE MAGAZINES GO? I went for a copy of Sage Woman and found they had removed so many titles from their selection. What's up with that Book...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Other than the fact that it is a local establishment, I don't understand the loyalty to Book People. They do have many excellent speakers roll through and they have a good selection of cards and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bought two book here to prep for my trip to Buenos Aires. Not only did they have a great selection but when I went to purchase (and showed them my Go Local card) they offered to ring the two books up...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, what hasn't been said about this place? I love it. I've loved it since I was a high school kid skipping school and hiding in the stacks. I love it today because when I wanted to send a "This is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everybody who knows me knows I go out with an agenda: to expand my peer group. Normally, in order to receive five stars, my favorite venues need to appeal to that part of me that wants to meet new...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Book People rules! It's huge, and the staff is extremely helpful. They sell tons of other stuff besides books, like statues, stuffed animals, candy, jewlery, etc. I even saw a Phrenology bust for sale...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wanna buy a book and keep your money local? Look no further than Book People. It's the largest bookstore in Austin and chances are you will walk out with something to read.You can buy a cup of coffee...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
On the one hand, Book People is a large local bookstore with deep roots in the community that brings in interesting speakers and authors. In many areas of interest, they have a good selection. For...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It is Austin's largest bookstore, but I'm from Portland so I naturally compare everything to the legendary Powell's...and Book People just doesn't stack up. It feels more like a large gift shop that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I'm not redeeming a gift card from Borders or Barnes and Noble, bargain hunting at Half Price Books, or reaping the rewards of my tax dollars at the Austin Public Library, Book People is where I...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let's face it: I was spurred to move to Austin because of Bookpeople. After a few trips to Austin I suspected that I loved this city very much but two steps inside Bookpeople and my suspicions were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic book store and an even better way to blow your money that you did not spend in Waterloo Records across the street! Great sales and a fairly great selection.
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I usually buy things other than books at Bookpeople (go figure) but I have actually purchased a paperback or two. I have fond memories of indie bookstores as a kid and this place is like all of those...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Bookpeople!!! And now, so does my boyfriend - and he is generally anti-bookstores! It is impossible not love them! They have a big store with something for everyone. I like to look around...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I used to shop here a lot. It just seemed like the better choice if I was buying my books new, instead of heading over to B&N or Borders. The layout is great and the staff is helpful. So why did I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love independent bookstores and Bookpeople is fantastic.Whenever I come to Austin, I spend so much time here. I can easily lose several hours here. Great magazine selection, great cafe...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I want to love Book People so badly, but they (and some patrons) have tainted my experience!!Bad experience #1:I'm in law school and I have to take stupid finals. My first adventure to Book People was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Five stars for Book People, please!Austin's independent book store, Book People still has that personal touch. Most of the staff are avid readers - if not writers themselves - and have a real...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love hanging out at Bookpeople. It makes me feel better buying from them because they are local as opposed to the stale and boring Borders and Barnes and Noble. The Cafe area does not have much...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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Good: its magazine rack is swell.. Bad: Not much of anything. Improvements: #1 thing for me. And I shop there 2x each month and spend at least $12.95per visit. and I would spend more and visit the s...
judysbook.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say about Bookpeople that hasn't already been said. It's Austin's book store. The staff are always helpful, the selection is always diverse and well stocked, and the store has a great...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like Book People. They're a little pricey, so I really just go there if I'm looking for something specific or to screw around and enjoy the atmosphere. I filled out a job application there once, and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't get enough of this bookstore. Lots of neat stuff with they local staff review pics on display. Great place to find something new that you wern't expecting.If you're looking for something...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love to lose myself in Bookpeople. It's a lot easier to find my way back than when I lose myself at work.I buy about a book a month from these guys and usually find a bunch of other cool trinkets...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Here are some of the more significant reasons (out of my growing list of 200 ) why I believe BookPeople is the best independent bookstores ever:Reason #2-Countless placards with employee...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
On a day far from home and all alone, I miss Bookpeople. Before you even get into the store, there's already something to be happy about for a store in downtown Austin: a parking lot! A nice, large...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Do this: go in to BookPeople, look at the displays, talk to the booksellers and think about how great a bookstore it is. Then, consider that BookPeople starts their employees at $7.00 an hour.That's...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I work at BookPeople. I have for over two years. In fact, I manage it. When a crazy person comes in and starts yelling epithets, when the toilet is clogged, when an employee is unable to find a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the bookstore, great selection, friendly staff. I only wish the cafe part were hipper/cozier/more fun... something. I'll keep going though, buying coffee, and reading free books till I get...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BookPeople has really grown on me, and I already loved it in the first place! I don't go very often because I wind up spending 150$ (once 400$ D:) there. I'm very happy with the types of sections...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is probably the nicest and best independent book store i've ever been to. My only complaint....most of the folks that work here act like they're too cool for everyone. Yeah, i know, you...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Location is perfect--right across Whole Foods, and beside REI. Selection is pretty nice and funky too, with cool magnets and shirts, nice selections of books too. The cafe has pretty good food, too....
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great selection, cool helpful people .....ton's of stuff! you could spend hours in this place! I would def spend more time here if I lived here!
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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I usually love this store. But I found the last time I went in, they lady at the desk when you first walk into the store was very judgemental about checking my purse. After uncomfortably handing over my purse,...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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excellent, locally-owned bookstore. they have a great kids section, and do an awesome storytime. check their event schedule because sometimes they have cake or puppet shows. storytime is always packed, so get...
lilaguide.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best bookstore ever. We are lucky to have such a great bookstore in Austin. I could and do spend hours here almost every weekend. I love the staff and the gift section as well.
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The reasons why I love Bookpeople:- Whenever I buy coffee, the chick at the counter is always sketching in her sketchbook.- Their Bob Dylan section. They have more books on Dylan than I ever knew...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I rarely have success here when I'm looking for specific works of fiction outside of the children's section, but at least the juvenile lit department is magnificent. It's also a good place to buy...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent selection of books, magazines, cards and gifts, all with the local Austin flair. The staff is always friendly and helpful, whether helping me find a good book on the subject I'm looking...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BookPeople is like the patchouli- and sandalwood-scented bookstore version of Alamo Drafthouse - a true, unique Austin institution. Nuff said.
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yet another Austin institution that it's taken me 3 years and a move to Seattle to finally visit. Not quite sure how I keep passing up all of these gems... perhaps because I have 4 day weekends now,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well, I have been going to Bookpeople for many years and really loved the treatment I get from the staff there.But one time I went and it was a horrible experience. A mean old man - not sure if he...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent selection across all typical bookstore categories and even some not-so-typical ones (like "conspiracy theories"). Bookpeople is probably my favorite generalist bookstore in America right...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Bookpeople on several occasions for quality book signings and events, the most recent being a reading where free Thundercloud Subs and beer were served. You could never find anything...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is like a Barnes & Noble with balls. Whereas everything on the floor at a B & N has been sanitized and vetted through corporate, Bookpeople is an independent store replete with unique...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love this store! Things I liked here:Fitzgerald - they had a new edition of Beautiful and Damned, so I picked it up so I can finish the book.Design books - I'm a geek for unique typography and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was very pleased to stumble across this bookstore on a walk around town. I like that it's large, but independent, something of an anomaly these days. And all the fun little toys, gifts, etc. for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Stopped in on a Saturday morning while I had a couple hours to kill. I didn't think I'd find the book I wanted there, but lo and behold, there it was! I sat down at a table with a big cup of drip...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The fact that Barnes and Noble has a higher ranking than Bookpeople right now makes me furious. As I contain my anger, let me explain why I think Bookpeople rocks. Their knowledge of literature blows...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One Saturday a while back, I wanted to buy a specific book and after some soul searching, decided to make the local choice (also more fun and more interesting clientele) choice and so I went to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wandered in here the other day....Barnes & Noble? Borders? Adios amigos!It's places like this that make me happy I live in Austin.
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Now THAT'S what I'm talkin about, Austin! Book People is the kind of place I would frequent often if I lived in this town. Grab a comfy couch or armchair, check out books and magazines and use the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've got to be missing the point, I've got to. But my first trip here was underwhelming.I came in looking for Ugly Duckling Presse books, to check them out in person, as I have never ordered one...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What an awesome indie bookstore. Huge and nice and staffed by employees that approach booksales with a serious professionalism and love. Kind of like what I imagine Barnes and Noble to have been like...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bookpeople is awesome. I went there to get on the internet, and there was a book signing going on, and kids from a karate studio doing gift-wrapping. The cafe was nice and had good food and great...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have a confession to make: I'm a book sniffer. Yes, yes, embarrassing, I know, but true. This has been a dubious habit of mine since I was a kid, when my mom would take me to the Walden Books at the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one heck of a bookstore. While it tries it's hardest to be eclectic and "Austin", it doesn't fall victim to one thing that a lot of bookstores have done. They want the space to feel cozy,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just have to say to Book People: "I love you, man."I discovered BookPeople a few years ago on a visit to Austin, and now I stop every time that I'm in town-- sometimes multiple times on the same...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bookpeople is a fine bookstore. Best in Austin for the last 15 years? Maybe. But bookstore of the year in 05' according to publisher's weekly is a little hard to swallow. Tattered Cover in Denver,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Book People makes it easy to shop locally. I do almost all of my Christmas shopping there, they have lots of fun little gifts from scarves to jewelry to stuffed animals, and if you're looking for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
e's HOLIDAY GIFT FINDING ALERT!And not just books. But lemme finish.Book People is a retail store, independent or not. So it ain't the cheapest. The internets and Half-Price have made sure of that....
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2007
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Great bookstore but can be very crowded. The normally excellent service is affected by crowds, of course, still a great place to go book shopping....
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What is not to love about Book People? It's not a big chain store like Barnes & Noble or Borders, but it does have the selection, and more. This is a must-stop for me when I visit Austin, along with...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't shop anywhere else for books. I am addicted to book shopping at Bookpeople. And even when I don't know what kind of book I am looking for I can read the reviews of the Bookpeople staff and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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Great store, friendly people, it's got a great beat, and I can dance to it!
kudzu.com - user review - 10/15/2007
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Powell's bookstore, in Portland, OR, is the nation's best bookstore. Hands down. You cannot argue against this until you have been there. But Austin has its own rave-to-all-your-visitors bookstore in...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's the biggest locally owned bookstore in TX.My fav place to hang out when I am looking for new inspiration to kill time. I could sit there for hours and try to look through the wide collection of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bookpeople is a great bookstore. They have comfy chairs that you can sit in and read and they have a fairly wide selection of books. The staff is very nice and I like that they give book...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I found Book People on my first visit to Austin a few years ago, and it's now a much anticipated stop whenever I come to town. I STILL have not been able to catch a reading. One day the planets will...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
*** UPDATE February 20, 2008 ***Bookpeople is where I go to tap genius on the shoulder and direct it to help me solve work problemsI just plagiarized Kissinger's book: DiplomacyI just plagiarized...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a librarian, so it's hard for me to justify spending money on books when my job is to convince people to get them for free. That said, though, BookPeople has the network to pull in some big...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm writing because of the two dippy reviews that criticized my favorite local bookstore for prices and wages.If they want cheap prices they should confine their shopping to Wal-Mart and the other big...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Although considered a "staple" in the "Keep Austin Weird community", I felt dissappointed in Book People. It seems like people refer to this place more because of the "coolness factor" rather than...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
like erin l. said, it is very difficult to pay the prices at book people when there is amazon that offers perks like free shipping. the mister gets mad every time i get a book in the mail because i'm...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Here's the thing, I'm an avid reader too, which is why I have such a hard time paying full, full price for books. As it is Amazon.com and Costco are breaking my budget. I do like the appeal of a local...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I feel like people like Book People for all the wrong reasons and it's become this sacred cow that you have to appreciate whether it makes sense to or not. The best reason I've seen so far in the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a great bookstore! Several floors and twisty maze-like areas of books, books, books, all wrapped up in that serious weirdness and proud independence, with a buttery coating of opinionated staff...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This store is fantastic. They have a geat selection, a wide-range of novelty items, and a great variety of politically liberal bumper stickers. I learned a lot about Austin during my visit there!...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think most of us can agree that Book People is pretty fantastic - hell, its an Austin institution. I personally adore their Art and Design book section - the most extensive in town. Most other...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like that they had chairs all around this place for reading magazines/books whatever...and I even picked up a cute pair of socks with crazy dogs on them. But I found the periodical selection rather...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We are people, they have books, and it's *almost* that simple. Book People is another one of these dyed-in-the-wool Austin landmarks (see Waterloo Records) that has gained the fierce loyalty of its...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love to read. And I love Book People. The problem is, I read so much that I have a hard time paying full price for my books, and this is what I have to do at Book People. So while I don't buy as...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm an avid reader so when I come to this place I like to spend a long time looking around which is why I don't go as often as I'd like. They have a great selection and a friendly staff. I really...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Honestly, as the largest independently owned bookseller in Texas, I'd love to find a larger selection of books and a few more specific categories from which to choose from. That being said, the folks...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have so much love for this store! Every time I head to Austin I make sure to stop in here. The store is large, but it also has a cozy feel to it at the same time. I've always found exactly what I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Now that I live in South Lake Tahoe, when I want something it is hard to get. This is fine. I have accepted it as part of small town life. However, it makes me greatly appreciated the fine-tuned...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you live in Austin or are just visiting, you should stop by Book People. This book store is *huge* and it's far too easy to spend a few hours just browsing. Like some of my other favorite Austin...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great local, independent vibe. The Book People/REI, Waterloo, Whole Foods triangle is a vortex for fleece, hybrid driving disposable income. I would like to poll the average shopper in this area as to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know that it's so much about the books as it is about the sundry gift and novelty items. It's true - usually I go to Book People to buy gifts, not books. (One day, I was on a mad search for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i heart book people! i really don't understand how any other bookstore in austin is still in business after going here. ok...not really, but i can't seem to pry myself away from this one. the staff...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sorry.. I used to like this place but I feel like its digressed alot. I usually go to bookstores to study and to peruse the latest computer books (yes I'm a geek like that). They used to have a pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes I go to Book People just to wander around...with no intention of buying anything. It's the type of store to get lost in. Grab a hot drink in their cafe...no wait, back up. When you walk in,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There is no wonder this place has received so much acclaim! I can say I have spent ( not wasted) hours of my life at Book People, even though I live clear on the other side of town. The atmosphere is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The largest independent book store in Texas.Book People is two STORIES high. (I hear both moans and laughs.) It has a good selection of books that you normally wouldn't find in stock at a chain...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This quaint book store is locally owned, and has drawn some huge speakers for book signing. I absolutely love going here on a cloudy day! I pick up some coffee in their new cafe, and just lounge...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I will try to keep my inner geek in check while writing this review, but in all honesty... I have probably spent far too many hours there. If you are in need of ANY magazine, book, gift or time...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Book People is a neat little bookstore, but has a limited selection. If you are looking for the basics, you're covered, if you have a more specific request you may have to go somewhere else. It does,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Book People is an essential Austin landmark. You must check this place out, even if you're not a big reader. It WILL make you enthusiastic about books.First of all, this place is huge. When I walked...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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BookPeople is truly the best bookstore in Texas (and maybe the world). They have a fabulous inventory of Austin and Texas authors as well as beautiful jewelry, stationary and gifts of all kinds. Don't miss the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2006
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It's hard for me to pay full price for books when they are almost always available cheaper on Amazon. But Bookpeople inspires me to pay full price. First of all, the store is super browser friendly, q...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/09/2006
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Barnes and Noble? Borders? Blah! If you live in Austin, it is your patriotic duty to patronize Book People, Austin's Heart of Books. They have a well trained and knowledgeable staff, a great selection...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/24/2006
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Book People is easily the best book store I have ever been to. The staff is excellent and instantly knows where the book you're looking for is and they can special order anything if they do not have ...
judysbook.com - user review - 12/31/2005
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What a great area- right next to the Whole Foods playground, Seatle's Best Coffee, and tons of other shopping and fun. Book People Book Store is so much fun for your kids... Tues and Wed. Am at 10:30...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/31/2005
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Bookpeople is such a great place for people of all ages. It has a specialized area just for kids that really adds to the experience (if the kids are happy………..). They have storytime on certain times a...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/13/2005
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Book People is so unlike any other book stores. It's very unique and has a style of its own. I love hanging out here and browsing. They've also got lots of interesting unusual knick knacks around the ...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/06/2005
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I have shopped at Book-People for several years and have found it to be a great, non-chain business, to purchase books. The staff is always friendly and helpful and the selection is always diverse. ...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/06/2005
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BookPeople is a really great locally owned place to get books of all kinds. They have a nice children's area with a big stage. They do weekly storytimes too. We went to one of their bi-lingual storyti...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/23/2005
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The absolute best place in Austin to purchase books. Their selection is vast and of course the staff is great. You will find yourself there browsing longer than you thought and finding books that aren...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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Book people is an amazing book store, I first went there because I just need to go to Wholefood, it is beside the wholefood. I love there when I first stopped by, the employees are very nice, and they...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/18/2005
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I ventured over to this bookstore since it was right next to Whole Foods at the time. It's a bit crowded, but they have plenty of selection with fabulous books on Austin and Texas. The staff is supe...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/18/2005
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This is possibly the most knowledgeable bookstore staff I have ever encountered. Certainly they surpass the staffs of larger chain bookstores. The children's book section has a great selection. ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/18/2005
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I recently visited Bookpeople Book Store on my way to the new Whole Foods, and I was pleased to find a great selection of books. They were awarded the Austin Chronicles: Best book store and Children'...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/17/2005
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Bookpeople is everything a bookstore should be. Books, lots of books. The biggest selection I have ever seen. I have never gone into Bookpeople looking for a specific title and not found it. The s...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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This is a great austin book store. The atmosphere is great, and all the employees are very knowledgeable about the books in their areas. They carry a wide selection of books, and will order the book...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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Book People is a great place to sit and relax. It is locally owned and unlike big chain bookstores, it's got a style of its own. In my opinion, Book People is part of what make Austin unique and origi...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/04/2005
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Book People is an awesome place. It is a huge store with a great variety and stock of books. You will definitely find what you are looking for at Book People. They also have a great children's sect...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/02/2005
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This locally owned bookstore rivals the other biggies, and beats them hands down. With a large, two-story selection of books to choose from, you will either find what you are looking for (and some thi...
judysbook.com - user review - 06/29/2005
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