06/24/23: when I searched bookstores in the Bellingham area, this one was placed first, so I thought we must check it out. Amazingly, this bookstore is spacious, with three floors. There is a coffee shop upstairs in case you need to enjoy some great local coffee. I would say most books here are for children, and they sell tons of items for kids. Great place to check out if you are in the area I would come back when I visit Bellingham again

My favorite bookstore in Bellingham and maybe the west coast. Many levels, a gift store and cafe and so many great books. Sweet courtyard out front too for reading or coffee after you shop.

Stopped in while visiting from Delaware and was highly impressed! Village Book store is an amazing place. Located right off of a village green area which contains an outdoor movie theater, the bookstore runs several floors. It has a wide variety of new and used books, a cafe, and an area for kids literacy camp. We spent over an hour just wandering through. You should definitely check it out if you are in the area.

This is a fantastic bookstore and gift shop. It is located in a great spot and has fantastic displays and lots to look at. The store was great to walk through as they gave a variety of different paper items as well as local items to purchase. They have a great book selection as well with a variety of sections to easily navigate through. I appreciated their walls with recommended books as well as this is always a great place to start browsing.

What an amazing experience! This place will blow you away, then hold you captive for the rest of your day! Multiple levels, a podium and chairs for authors to speak, a top notch children's section, a cafe inside, a patio outside, a green space for after... reading your treasures and nibbling on your treats...in fresh air if you choose! Just steps away. Some cool sitting areas inside as well, to browse, sit and decide. But best of all, the inventory. The price points are fair, and the assortment... endless. The service, home town feel and real. Highly recommend you find some time to wander around, eat, and mingle with the locals.

This is a stellar bookstore! My favorite, or at least one of my favorite bookstores I have ever been in. I think that's saying a lot because I both grew up hanging out in bookstores, and managed a bookstore for 10 years. Let me count the ways... Courteous and helpful staff, amazing selection, attached gift store has beautiful, quality gifts, great vibe, lovely old building with lots of nooks and crannies, pleasant places to sit and read, an extremely active author series... What's not to love?!

Wonderful book store with amazing stock and amazing prices. They carry a mix of new books and used books, but I believe they lean more towards new. Even still, you can find some great deals. They also send out a nice little birthday discount card, if you join their program. The staff is incredibly helpful and kind. Absolutely the best book store in Bham.

I love this place! Great selection of books and gifts. The customer service folks are always helpful with a smile and know what you're looking for and exactly where it's located. Well staffed and I've never had to go searching for help. I strongly recommend village books.