Are you searching for locally-owned bookstores in Greenville, SC? Locally-owned bookstores are a great place to head when you’d like to add to your home library or shop for great gifts. These stores often offer a personal touch with staff recommendations, shelves full of specially chosen titles, and an opportunity to discover something brand new to you.
Don’t miss the unique magic and quality customer service of these independent bookstores of the upstate.
Looking for more places to shop local? Don’t miss our Shop Local Guide to Greenville.
Would you like to attend a local storytime? Here’s our list of Local Story Time Events Near Greenville, SC.
Local Bookstores in Greenville, SC
M Judson Booksellers
M Judson’s is a cultural hub of Downtown Greenville. It has an entire room dedicated to children’s books. The Camilla Kitchen is an in-house cafe that makes pastries and homemade apple butter. The book store hosts events like author book signings, book clubs, and Teacher Happy Hour. Plus, they have a Wednesday and Saturday Storytime on the Steps (that even moves indoors to the children’s section on cold or rainy days!).
130 South Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601
864.603.2412
Angels Bookshoppe
Owned by two passionate book collectors, Angel’s Bookshoppe caters to homeschool curriculum and book lovers of all ages. Book collectors will be sure to find rare and unique books to add to their collections.
2327-1 North Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, SC 29609
864.551.1533
Learning Cycle
Check out our visit to the Learning Cycle! Known as Greenville’s Homeschool Store, Learning Cycle will take your requests and order what you need. They do consignment and offer curriculum, books, games, manipulatives, and more!
Learning Cycle
1208 Laurens Road, Greenville, SC 29607
864.288.5219
As The Page Turns
Located in the middle of the charming downtown of Travelers Rest, As The Page Turns offers used children’s books, fiction, and nonfiction. Amy, the owner, takes pride in customer-oriented service. They will get to know you by name, and what you like to read.
3 Plaza Drive, Travelers Rest, SC 29690
864.834.8100
Locally-Owned Bookstores in Spartanburg, SC
Hub City Bookshop and Press
Alongside the Little River Coffee Bar, the Hub City Bookshop creates a cultural hub, just like its name suggests.
Masonic Temple, 186 W Main St, Spartanburg, SC 29306
864.577.9349
Locally-Owned Bookstores in the Upstate
Candy & Chronicles
Combining books and candy, you’ll find Candy & Chronicles on Main Street in Fountain Inn. They are the newest locally-owned bookshop to the Upstate, with a wide variety of books and toys, local gifts, and candy, including themed candy to go along with your books!
Poor Richard’s Booksellers
Located in Easley, Poor Richard’s has been serving the area since 1987. In a historic building that houses the county’s first library. They carry Southern Fiction, fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, and puzzles.
107 West Main Street, Easley, SC 29640
864.859.0687
McDowell’s Emporium
As the last independent bookstore in Anderson, SC, McDowell’s Emporium takes pride in the well-organized clean store. The entire inventory is recorded in a database for easy access.
104 Oak Drive, Anderson, SC 29625
864.231.8896
Not Just Gamin’
I am a huge believer in the idea that comic books and graphic novels are wonderful reads, especially for kids who need an extra push. Not Just Gamin’ in downtown Greer has a large selection of both right when you walk in the store!
211 Trade Street, Greer, SC 29651
864.775.9459
Have you visited any of the bookstores above? Comment below and tell us about your experience.
BONUS: Used Bookstores in Greenville, SC
Ok, the two used bookstores we listed below don’t really fit with the “locally-owned” category, and they definitely have more of a big box feel. But, they are a great spot in Greenville to go for books on a budget or to sell some of the books you are ready to part with.
Mr. K’s Used Books, Music, & More
Buy and sell used books, movies, music, and lots more at Mr. K’s. You’ll find graphic novels, video games, and collectibles in addition to lots and lots of books.
101 Verdae Boulevard #320
864.286.3000.
2nd & Charles
Rows and rows of books for all ages is what you’ll find at 2nd & Charles. With a huge children’s section, and low prices, this is a popular book store for families. You’ll also find a wide selection of fiction and non-fiction for adults, music, movies, comic books, and even vinyl. Don’t forget to check the “free” bin outside the front door where you can pick up books people no longer want for free.
2465 Laurens Road, Greenville
864.281.1301
Pages on Pine
Though technically a part of the Spartanburg Public Library System, Pages on Pine has super cheap books that you can purchase for a steal. This is my dad’s all-time favorite bookshop in Spartanburg because of the deals.
2355 S Pine St, Spartanburg, SC 29302
864.585.0111
What are your favorite book shops in Greenville, SC?
