16 Bookstores In Manchester 🇬🇧

"All of the staff were so friendly. Loads of options for Funko Pops. Would totally recommend going here and I will be coming again. I got the Flash and Vecna today."

"Always enjoy a Waterstones visit and this one was no exception. Lovely atmosphere. I had tea in the cafe and the lady on the till was lovely."

"Nice cafe in town to go and get some work done or chill with your friends. Very nicely decorated, creative cakes with the most amazing vegan options."

"A really convenient book shop located near most of the university buildings. It has a wide selection of books (textbooks and non-fiction) as well as some reasonably priced stationary that you can pick up if in need. With a cafe upstairs it also makes a nice place to study."

"Fantastic book shop, quirky and full of oddities. A Manchester staple. Paramount is something out of a book you could read in their fantasy selection. They have an excellent range of comics and send hand books. Even a piece of fruit or veg with every purchase.The staff are wonderful, helpful and quirky. The mandatory mask policy seems to be controversial with some, but personally never bothered me. The no photograph or being on the phone rule is a bit stranger. But I can appreciate the no phone call bit.There is a slight musty smell, but, what else do old books en masses smell like eh?The reason it's great, is you do find many odd gems of books you would struggle to find elsewhere. I've personally found a very expensive rare book that goes on ebay for £100 for £5 here. Know what you want and come here and you'll find gems galore. The music and upstairs vintage clothes section is just a plus."

"Lovely independent book shop, very quaint, good presentation, with very knowledgeable staff. A little haven for any bookworm.In a world that feels so impersonal, where you order books from Amazon, or find them randomly on charity and trift shops, this place feels like a small fragment of a dissappearing world. The cosy atmosphere and neat selection of books makes looking for a something new to read an immersive experience.I buy (obviously) more books than I can read, and everytime I come here to browse I always end up finding something else to add to the backlog pile.They have a vast selection available but if there's something they don't have they can always order it for you. Also available are plenty of postcards, nice ones, and a large selection of children and youth books, the plushies somehow also feel appropriate and add to the atmosphere.There's an old school boilers providing heating, and honestly I wish they had the space for a small sofa or chair for someone to sit and read a chapter or two, it doesn't need it, and it certainly doesn't have the space for it, but gosh would it be oh so yummy.Definitely stop by if you need a book to read on a rainy weekend or at the local Benito Lounge cafe."

"Absolutely amazing experience. Went in for a browse and a nosey, and the staff were so friendly..offered recommendations for graphic novels and their badges are amazing. Love that they're just in a fish bowl. Their level of detail is great. A very down to Earth and friendly LGBT+ place. Really want to go back and buy more."

"A wonderful warm environment with friendly staff. Situated in a beautiful historic building. Book shop and cafe with nice food. A lovely place to sit, meet friends and chat, even got designated tables to encourage conversation. Back room has lots of history. Well worth a visit."

"Great store, highly recommended, if you can't get to Lehman's in Gateshead, then this is a great alternative, otherwise there isn't much else to get excited about in Manchester"

"Fantastic place for international students and for people to have a chat and be part of a community ,All welcome here!"

"Excellent shop with plenty of unique books, magazines and other items. Very fun to sift through and discover new things. Very quiet place with friendly staff members."

"Great independent village bookshop. Lots of signed books on offer as well"

"Fantastic look around yesterday through the bookshop. As an English teacher once upon a time, I marvelled at all the books that have been around before me. If you want to look and hunt at ease for all types of books, this is the place to visit. Happy to have found a book for my children and sit down at Art of Tea for a coffee. I will be back again."

"Excellent little bookshop with some really fantastic niche books, especially pertaining to the occult, spirituality and other esoteric weirdness. Employees are super lovely too and great to chat with. Really worth checking out."

"Nice little bookshop, had a great little chat with the owner."