You can spend HOURS here looking through the tall piles of books. In addition to regular books, they also have some first editions available. The prices are reasonable. Also everything is organized by category. Theres something in here for everyone. Parking is a bit tricky due to the construction so you may have to park on the side of the building.

Hidden gem in Houston, worth the effort to find it. Great, eclectic collection of rarities, first eds, bound, venerable editions of some truly good books at amazing prices.Owned by a sprightly, white haired young man, who is a great conversationalist and a true lover of books for many decades. I only wish I had more time to spend in the store, but I happened to find myself here on the way to the airport.Something to look forward to on my next visit to Houston.

Well curated used book store. This is a great place to find valuable collectibles, classics and other previously loved finds. Recommended for avid readers that want to reduce their carbon footprint and collectors that want to find something special.

I had an amazing experience. The owner was super nice and made conversation with everyone coming in. It it truly a hidden gem in Houston! They have a different types of books, the place was so cute and quaint. I would go back for sure. I would recommend to tourists and locals book lovers.

Incredible bookstore with a wide selection and excellent atmosphere. The owner is very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend!

This is an amazing book store! This is what culture looks like. Sadly society no longer cares about amazing stores that teach us and help us improve. Long live physical media!!!

Okay so I was really excited to go in here. I heard they had a children’s section and brought my kids so that they could enjoy the bookstore experience as well. I even found a few books that I liked. First problem:Regarding the books in question, he took my name and number and said he couldn’t sell them. I am not really happy about that as I was from out of town and came to visit so I couldn’t come back. Why have the books out of you are not ready to sell them. I will say he said he would ship them to me after he appraised their value which I did appreciate. Second problem: my children utilized the area that was for kids (it had children’s books, a toy table, and building blocks). When we went to leave after having had a pleasant visit the owner rushed out after us, and exclaimed can you come pick up after your kids. I tilted my head confused because we had stacked the toys back on the table where we had found them before we left. I went to go back inside and the owner was rude and snapped “never mind I’ll do it myself”. Taken aback we decided to wait outside for the last member of our party. Who let us know upon their exit that the owner was saying unsavory things about my family inside the store. Honestly I am appalled by the customer service experienced, and don’t understand why would you include a children’s section if you did not want children to utilize it.

This quickly became one of my favorite book stores in all Houston! They have such an amazing collection literally covering every subject imaginable. The owner is a very wise man and no matter which book you buy he’s able to give you insights on them and that’s just amazing!I’m sure I’ll keep coming here for the years to come, I love the place!

Really cool books. More antique and unique books than a traditional used bookstore. Not s big kids section

This book store is so cool! There are so many old books, first editions, out of prints about anything you could think of. Theres even a kids section. If youre a local who hasnt been here or looking for something to do you should definitely go here! And the guy that runs it is super cool!

The world needs more shops like this one. What a wonderful store! 1/2 Price Books is full of interesting reads, 1st editions and out of prints, and just about everything a book lover could want. It feels like a place that would only exist in some of my favorite books. Ive just moved to Houston and this was one of my first stops; I feel so glad to have stumbled upon it! I cant remember the name of the gentleman who checked my boyfriend and me out, but he was delightful and intelligent. I will certainly be coming back once Ive eaten up the books I got this time.

Come enjoy this place . Books are at a good price and have some gems! Let’s get this place back at a 100% please support the business .

Very wonderful shop that is excellently curated! Not a book store to go to for specific books, but rather a wonderful store to explore and get lost in. Lots of older books, many of which have some collector value. You MUST stop by here if you like books. (Also the owner is very kind and personable)

Very organized store, specializing in quality literature, art books, architecture books, history, and specialized books. The owner is very knowledgeable and proud to be an independent bookstore owner. Please check out this gem.

Words can not describe how amazing this store is. The owner is a wonderful gentlemen who always asks if you need help finding what your looking for in the store. I am a huge fan of the signs that are placed to help you find what your looking for, and to show how the store is organized. The leather bound collection he has is beautiful.

A MUST VISIT HIDDEN TREASURES EVERYWHERE!This is an amazing place to come in for amazing books!

This place was awesome! There is a great selection of books and the owner is super friendly and helpful. Will definitely be returning here in the future.

Gem of a bookshop! Great prices, rare finds and friendly shopkeeper. Found some hard to find stuff for good prices and they have a big range of genres!

The best, most uniquely curated bookstore.

Outstanding! I stepped inside and found a six volume set I had to have. Owner was great and very helpful. Ive already told friends and family that this is THE must go to Houston independent bookseller.

I and my boyfriend was moving around downtown and I dont think we talked to the owner but whoever was working today has a very cool background. The books are only collectibles and vintage but still very good bookstore if you are into different kinds of books! Cant wait till I can go there agian and maybe get some ice cream to. 5 stars.

An excellent bookstore to find new and interesting books. I found new books from authors I love and other books Id only heard of. The owner curates and cares very much. Would recommend! Go spend some money there!

Found two great books Id not find elsewhere. Great selection and a fun place to browse. Check here for hard-to-find books. Youll also enjoy the knowledgable and fun owner. Dont miss it!

Its the best place to find the classics. The owner has cultivated an enormous collection of novels for those who appreciate them!If you visit, be sure to share with others.

Cute hole in the wall book store. Lots of unique finds. Great mystical old book vibe

This is a bookstore for treasure hunting in old and sometimes rare books. Small and hard to get to but worth the trip for finding a true jewel. Friendly and helpful staff. You need to take your time here. Dont be in a rush.

Great place to find great deals on books! Theres also scholarly books as well. Really recommend coming here before any of the big chain bookstores

Neat place, but the owner falsely accused and scolded me for taking a picture of a book. In actuality, I was googling the book’s title to find that it had 3/5 stars on Goodreads. Oh well.

Amazing service. Hes very knowledgeable. Thanks cant wait to come by more

I went in looking for some Children’s books. I was warmly greeted and directed to the correct section. The selection was wonderful. Make sure you stop in and pick up a book or 10...

Unlike any other bookstore you will ever encounter. The inventory changes so rapidly that it is always a new experience. Serious book collectors, intellectuals, and high cultured customers are greeted by name each time they enter. You can spend hours getting lost here or find yourself in philosophical discussions for hours with owner. Words can not express the experience.

Great little spot for classics and gently used books.

Great little used book store! We enjoyed our visit.

Absolutely loved the kind man that works there. He is super passionate about books. The selection of books is interesting for sure.

A great collection and variety of rare and classic books. Not your typical used bookstore. Definitely a bookstore worth visiting time and again.

Absolute treasure trove of carefully curated books at great prices! Owner is helpful, witty, engaging and fun. It was a pleasure shopping here and will definitely return soon.

Amazing for classics, art books, and rare finds! Lots of out-of-print, 1st edition, etc. Love the owner :)

It was disappointing. There was not a lot of variety or diversity. It just wasn’t my style, and that’s okay. I just had a lot built-up expectations and got let down. Lol…

This is a store for readers. The gentleman who manages Quarter Price Books on Shepard doesnt care what you look like, smell like, or sound like; if you are a reader, you`re in his circle of friends. Readers are going to stalk this book store.

This is the type of place you go to find something unique. Me and my husband stopped in and explored all the interesting books. The owner was very kind, he even handed us a coupon. I ended up buying a signed, first edition of a book with author inscription Ive only ever read about online. At check out, the owner told me and my husband a hilarious joke and was really nice / talkative.This isnt the kind of store youd go to, to find the latest, greatest book. But, definitely a place to find one-of-a-kind or rare books. Great for bibliophiles or for thoughtful gifts.

Very well organized, inspirational selection.

Lovely book store with large variety. We found both new and old books. Beautiful first editions. Store clerk was also very friendly and helpful. Wonderful experience!

Great selection of used books. Lots of gorgeous leather and gilded classics and antique books.

This is an amazing gem of a shop! It has a lot of rare finds and an extremely informative proprietor. It was a great way to spend time on a lazy afternoon, and we left with an armful of books to keep us busy long afterwards, as well.

A gem of a store! Great selection and a very knowledgeable owner. We’ll be back.

Generally, I always find the hard to get stuff here. My first stop for books.

What a wonderful surprise to find this place. So many hidden gems in the varied selection of books. The gentleman behind the counter was a true delight to work with. And cant beat their prices...even for the unique and rare books!

My favorite book store thus far...it has a variety plus new and old books. My kids and I enjoy this store and the gentleman there was very friendly and helpful.

Please support this small business. Owner is very friendly and offers alot of vintage collections that are hard to find.

Not a place for bargains but high quality collectible books, which highly surprised me when I first came. Owner prices book by book so you know you might get a good deal if a book isnt his taste. There are many worthy reads especially the British/european kinds. I effortlessly spent a couple hours, sniffed out the tiny place.Come see for yourself readers, collectors; he asked me to give recommendation as business like this is rare and struggling.

Great little shop! owner is super friendly. the whole store has a lot of character. great place to wander into and find some strange books. really good prices. would definitely recommend stopping by.

Amazing bookstore, beats 1/2 Books hands down. Owner a real pro, knows his trade and how to treat customers right. 5+

The staff are pleasant, the inventory eclectic, and the atmosphere beckons the customer to explore. Highly recommend.

This was the BEST bookstore experience Ive ever had - a bookstore where youre not afraid to reach, touch, grab and inquire. Owner was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I was impressed by the number of FREAT books in this store. Everything from miniature poetry collections to Aztec Ancestry, to signed leather bond 1st editions. Simply AMAZING.

It may be small, but its jam packed with amazing books, many of which are out of print and hard to come by on your own! If they dont have what youre looking for in stock, the owner will gladly point you in direction of where you can get it!

The clerk was so uncomfortable helpfulIll definitely stick with half priced books

Nice place, great books, my son was scared to find a book,, so the owner gave him a Harry Potter book on the house

Found some thing I havent seen in years .👌

One of a kind used book store with lots of gems for collectors and book lovers alike. Highly recommended!

You don’t come across bookstores like this often!! It is a complete gem! The store is unique and has books for any topic you could think of. I could spend all day in there. The owner was a sweet gentleman who was friendly and very knowledgable. Highly recommend stopping in!

This place is amazing. Best bookstore in the US hands down! This is the place to find those hard to find and first edition copies of books that actually makes you think critically. Larry, the owner of the store is an scholar and a legend. Every time I come to his store we talk for while about many books and many different topics. I always leave that store completely enlighten by his deep knowledge and humility. And the cherry on the top, he likes to play classical music on the background, always!. Simply the best place to absorb information and to have a great time. Highly recommend for the ones thriving for knowledge 👍

Interesting bookstore! Has a unique feel to it, the owner is informative and charming. Found a great book at a reasonable price.

Great little book store, I just wish it was bigger.

A lot of books that you probably wont find anywhere else!! Very engaging store owner!

If you are looking for collectible books, this is the place.

Amazing book store!

I found very interesting reads and the owner was very informative.

A good place to look for selective books. But the price is not quarter to original in most of the cases.

Loveliest used bookstore in town

This is a hole-in-the-wall type of place which is excellent when one is trying to find nostalgia away from the Barnes and Noble. Expect all the books to be 5+ years old and definitely not a place to find new books.But Im giving them 5 stars because these books have character, they have a history to each one where sometimes you can open the front cover and see how it was gifted by a loved one willing to share knowledge.The books are all in great condition, the place is quaint and full of quirks that makes it feel jam packed while also very cozy. The owner is a great person and very knowledgeable when one needs a small push in the right direction.This is the head quarter for thinkers

So many of these reviewers are too sensitive. This is a wonderful gem of a bookstore. I only planned on browsing around for 10-15 min as I was in town for business and a friend highly recommended the place. Ended up staying for two and a half hours! The owner, Larry, had many fascinating stories to tell, as well as an incredible knowledge of all of the books in his store. I asked for a couple different titles which he did not have, but he made wonderful recommendations on similar books. I did not find him pushy in the slightest. I also found some incredible first editions that were in great shape. All in all a great experience and I will be back every time I am in town.

If I could tell you all about this place i would need an hour.Visit Larry, hes the greatest oldest person I know. Vintage books, old books, new books, books about books, chess, everything its a plethora of amazing books, why are you still reading this go, get in the car.

A real Houston gem, for lovers of old books. The Owner was very engaging and obviously knows the book business well. Great host, as it was my first time there. He showed me the entire shop and the allowed me plenty of space to explore. Looking forward to my next visit.

Awesome awesome awesome

The best bookshop in Houston, absolutely! The owner is knowledgeable and a complete sweetheart, if he doesn’t have the book you need and ever comes across it he will reach out to you.

I visited this bookstore on January 25, 2020. Upon entering into the facility, the bookstore had a stench of a nursing home that hasnt been up kept. The place was not inviting, but I went there to purchase a book for my son. As I entered into the bookstore, the owner was sitting at the desk conversing with a man. I patiently waited maybe one minute and I was finally asked if I needed assistance. I apologized for interrupting their conversation and politely asked for a particular book. The owner stated, he believe he has the book that I am looking for, but told me that I have to wait a minute until he finish talking. I immediately thought to myself.... I do not have to give this man my money for such poor customer service. I immediately rushed out of the door and drove up the street to half price bookstore. I will NOT recommend Quarter Price Books establishment to anyone. The bookstore seemed cluttered, old, with a nasty smelling stench and to put up with disgusting customer service from the owner with his arms folded with no care in the world to serve others should reevaluate himself. I was willing to try to overlook the smell and the look of the bookstore for the sake of my son. But, it all worked out in my favor. I didnt want to be there anyway.

Wonderful place with a calm atmosphere.

High quality bookstore, really wonderfully diverse selection.

This is an absolutely amazing store. I dont know that youre going to find cheap books here but you will find great and amazing books here...also, the proprietor knows everything about everything. He is a national treasure.

This store is packed with a variety of old finds, good buys, and rare books. The owner spends his time constantly improving (its been updated, organized, and renovated three times in the past several years that I know of), and is familiar with nearly every book on his shelves.I travel to Houston from Dallas every couple months and, even after 5 hours in a car, this is my first stop., as a place to wind down, find a good book, and its just around the corner from a lot of fantastic places to eat.

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Lots of rare and hard to find books. Come in, be amazed, then tell your friends!

Excellent Houston source for high quality books, both content and rarity, cream of the literary crop, price in line with value. Knowledgeable, helpful, enthusiastic staff, thoroughly familiar with current store inventory and customer specific reading interests/wish list. Diverse and inclusive genres and categories. Convenient parking. A book lovers paradise.

The store is definitely quirky. I was drawn in looking for refuge from the traffic in the area and claim adjuster related books.The owner was helpful and kind. I found a lot of worthwhile books, some of which are out of print, that I went ahead and purchased.This store is great for collectors, avid readers, and to find some rarities. The owner is intelligent, quirky, and knows his stuff. I see some reviewers were put off by the owner, I understand this, however it really to me is his passion for what he does not being terribly appreciated by a society that is really making bookstores like this become harder and harder to find.The owner is very kid friendly really encouraging the kids to read. Great place and look forward to a return in the future.

I have been a patron of this bookstore for many years. Every week I come in to find a new selection of rare books on any number subjects. It is both relaxing and stimulating at the same time. I have cultivated a fantastic library by consulting with the staff, who actively search for rare books in great quality to add to my collection. The uniqueness of this shop may not be for everyone, but if you are looking to get serious about developing your mind and creating a personalized library, then this is your place.

Absolutely LOVED this store and its owner Larry. Upon walking in the door, I had asked Larry to direct me to the literature and philosophy. He instantly lit up with enthusiasm and carefully went through the books I could find and was honest about what I might not find. He was very helpful thoroughout my experience and this place has the aesthetic of a bookstore that would be pleasing to anyone. Baroque era music coupled with books stacked as far as you can see. Ended up walking out with what he called real books! Tender is the Night by Fitzgerald and The Fall by Camus. Cannot wait to come back here!

One of the best bookstores in the city. Varied, curated collection of fiction, nonfiction (including substantial philosophy and religion sections), and poetry. Decent section of libros en español. Usually some great cut-price deals on new books in the central tables, and lots of used gems in the fiction and small press sections.

Great selection and Larry is a great host! He was very helpful in getting us toward some unique selections.

The man that runs this place really loves books and actually cares about having a unique and well curated bookshop. There are almost no bookstores like this left. Go buy something!

A favourite haunt. You can spend hours here if youre.looking for something specific, the owner Larry can find it in a.moment. You can spend hours exploring a selection unlike any youll find anywhere else; at a nice price.

Interesting atmosphere, unique selection, shop keep is a nice guy.

I love this bookstore! The owner is always there, and knows every single book in his store.

My first time in, I asked to be pointed in the direction of the reference books and was asked what exactly I was searching for from the one of a kind fella who runs this business. After a kind conversation and searching, I found a Rogets II Thesaurus from 1995.After the purchase we had another chat about my intentions with the book.Boy, howdy the conversation we had has at least made me a believer in this mans intentions to share the treasures found in the walls and shelves of this establishment.A true one of a kind character.Now, after reading some of the reviews posted I can appreciate the eloquence people use in their complaints about this man.Maybe the folks who cannot appreciate the kind of characters that a business likes this attracts should think about how the world is made up of all kinds. Learn to speak to folks different from you, or continue only intaking pleasant experiences and living a bland life.Ill be popping in to 1/4 Price Books often, looking to add folds to my brain with the awesome relics in this place.The rest of yall can sit on a tack.

Quarter Price Books is a bookshop for book lovers. Rather, it is THE bookshop for book lovers. It is a bibliophiles heaven on earth, thanks to the excellence of the stock, the endless surprises of its arrangement, and the proprietors conspiratorial spirit towards the fathomless and timeless pleasures of reading. Be advised: this establishment is decidedly NOT the place to go with a specific agenda of any kind, other than to have the leisurely, book-loving time of your life. While I was ecstatically involved with exploring every item in the shop (close to two hours of glory), a would-be customer walked in, a high-school student who innocently asked the proprietor for a specific and very popular title (probably for his required reading list). He was curtly dismissed with, We dont do that here. As he was walking out the door, I felt obliged to help the the abashed young man myself, telling him to go down the block (and down several levels of bookish inquiry) to Half Price Books, which was sure to have what he was looking for. The proprietor must know that a love of literature is, above all, an accumulation of kindnesses. In every other way, he demonstrated this principle to me during my long and happy visit to his great bookshop.

This bookshop is an interesting little place. It has a lot of charm and unique books. I only say like because the guy who runs it can get a little sassy with you sometimes. And there really isnt any organization. Its hard trying to find a particular author or title. But if you like eccentric charm I would go here. They have rare books here too and in really good condition most of the time. But be warned, the owner can talk your ear off and sometimes be a little abrasive.

Wonderful service and great humor! Stores like yours are gems to Houston

I ran into this place one day heading to River Oaks area. Its a tiny bookstore packed (PACKED) with books. Its run by a quirky and very kind old man. I love used books, and he has a great collection in all sorts of categories including classics, plays, poetry, politics, geography, psychology, history, and fiction. He has a junior readers section for children too. And he offers a discount card as well.He also has many first editions and really old versions of books. Pay him a visit and buy something—its a great little treasure.

Owner was very friendly and gave me a coupon upon entering. Books are definitely old and I guess you could say quite niche in topics. Theres certainly an order to his madness haha but asides from that, lots of interesting things to see. Some of those books date back to the 1600s! Its very cool, would definitely recommend!

Very quaint and organized place! I could have wandered around there for hours! Larry was very professional and charming and helped me out on some books for my classroom. I will definitely be returning here soon!!!Definitely a place to bring your business! By the way, the more expensive books were all first edition and author their signed, not overpriced in my opinion.

For the truest of book lovers, seekers of knowledge and researchers with the desire to acquire awesome books, even rare or no longer published books for their personally library. Excellent collection of material, unmatched selection and a true hidden gem for all literature enthusiasts of any genre.

Quaint little bookstore! but it was a little weird having the owner (?) /store employee try to follow us around the store when we were just browsing. he would pretend to arrange books in the same isle that we were on, and it was a little off putting so we ended up leaving and not buying anything.