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Al’s Old and New Book Store
1700 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67203, United States
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Al’s Old and New Book Store
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Ri
Review №1

I went looking for this bookstore. We had visited this shop several years ago at a different location. I like their business model and selection of books.

je
Review №2

Neat old store. Great selection and helpful folks.

Ca
Review №3

I love it. I sometimes used to go to their old location in downtown Wichita and love the thin as well.

Ja
Review №4

Out of the way spot for every kind of book imaginable. Nice way to spend some time

Er
Review №5

Very helpful. Did a lot of research for us. Was very friendly and knowledgeable.

Th
Review №6

Good stock nice staff very helpful.

Au
Review №7

Great selection and the staff was really helpful! Prices were very reasonable. I enjoyed perusing the selection of first editions and signed copies as well. I will certainly go again.

Ju
Review №8

Anita is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful! I was incredibly impressed that she knew so much about every author, book, printer, and publisher that I was looking for!Excellent destination for vintage, classic, collector, leather bound, and 1st editions! ^_^ thank you so much Anita!

Jo
Review №9

Found a comic book for my wife. Not sure about book prices because I saw no price stickers. Good selection but didnt buy a book when I didnt know the price.

Be
Review №10

Great selection very kind. While I was in there a man with sever learning disabilities was asking for help. The gentleman was so kind and patient to the man even though it was clear he wasnt buying anything. Need more of this in Wichita! The place has won my heart. Oh and I have five more books that are amazing which helps!

Ru
Review №11

Quaint little shop on the edge of downtown. Quite an extensive collection of books. Nice helpful staff. Good knowledge of books.

Jo
Review №12

Lots of books. Cozy feel. Helpful but unobtrusive staff. Low prices. Some neat rarities. Worth a visit!

Ri
Review №13

Anita is always so knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.

Je
Review №14

Its a nice small space filled with all kinds of books. The workers were very helpful and knowledgeable as well.

Pa
Review №15

We walked in on an overcast Saturday afternoon and were greeted immediately by the shopkeeper, who asked us if we were looking for anything specific. We had a short list of titles we were wanting to buy and she gave us a quick tour of the store. The shopkeeper knows her inventory well, and speaks of the books as if they are all her friends. And though at first glance it doesnt look as if the wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling books are organized in any manageable fashion, it is. Even if it werent, this is the kind of place you want to get lost in for a couple of hours anyway.I walked out with another used copy of The Sun Also Rises for $2, and my partner picked up a used hardback copy of Walden for $6.This is the kind of business that makes you yearn for the times when everyone specialized in a trade. We are now of the time when people can buy their books, jewelry, and tires in the same place they buy their toilet paper, and were supposed to be happy about the convenience.I will be back time and again, on lunch breaks, weekends, and any time Im near Delano with some time to kill and a couple dollars in my wallet. I only hope Als can continue to withstand the Walmart era and serve us locally devoted bibliophiles for years to come.

Ch
Review №16

One of the nicest ladies I know. She will try to find what you want if you ask, and she doesnt take long to do it, Support local, she has recently moved back to Delano, west of NuWay.

Ja
Review №17

I am multi-talented Author Jae Byrd Wells and I approve of this clean and well stocked store. It might be a new location, but the ghosts of its history moved with the new and old collection. The staff are friendly and helpful.

Ma
Review №18

Good people

Ke
Review №19

Excellent resource for readers of any kind. A true treasure. Must see to appreciate all there is to offer here.

Yv
Review №20

It was a great visit. The staff was very helpful and a book that I dont know the name of they are researching to see if they can figure it out for me. I highly recommend visiting here

Su
Review №21

Nice selection. Not really a place you should go if youre looking for a specific book. More of a browse and find a hidden gem. Its a comfortable place

Br
Review №22

A fantastic find! Great little shop where you just might find some books you didnt even know you were looking for! Friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely visit again!

Ja
Review №23

Amazing little uses bookstore

Ti
Review №24

A delightful place for any booklover to browse. This shop has a wide selection of fine old and new books across all genres from mystery to classic literature to history to childrens books. Extensive sections of non-fiction books on many foreign countries. They dont sell books at thrift store prices but the quiet atmosphere and great selection makes for a very satisfying experience.

Ga
Review №25

Great place to find good used books.

Ca
Review №26

Great store if youre looking for old gems and rarities. Plenty of hardcovers. Owner is obviously a true book lover and curator. Worth stopping by with plenty of time to browse the selection.

Dr
Review №27

Great prices and very helpful in finding what youre looking for or helping you to find a way to repair any book, whether it needs rebinding or is just plain dusty. If they dont know, they can point you in the right direction to people who will take good care of you.

Do
Review №28

Always a favorite stop. Great selection

Mi
Review №29

A long time family favorite.

Aa
Review №30

Great people, great selection. Even smells like an old book store. If they dont have it, theyll get it for you

st
Review №31

Very knowledgeable staff. I highly recommend the store

Ch
Review №32

This place has a fantastic selection, lots of interesting and hard to find titles

sp
Review №33

Als is the proverbial clean, well-lighted place for books. The clerk is a sci-fi/fantasy savant, but youll find something for everyone, including children and young adults.

Pa
Review №34

Didnt know it was here. I am always looking for old good books and Als seems to have a few. Glad I found it.

Ni
Review №35

Written old and new books but dont have any of the old comics.

Ch
Review №36

Great place to find discount books. Staff are incredibly friendly and helpful!

La
Review №37

Great work on repairing a binding on a valuable book at little charge.

Du
Review №38

Am a local author and I have worked with Als Books for over two years now and all I can say is the staff is super friendly and welcoming!

Al
Review №39

An interesting store that specializes in religious books.

Je
Review №40

Lovely little book shop with a very knowledgeable owner.

Sa
Review №41

Great prices and the staff was very helpful.

Ic
Review №42

This store has the best selection of used books compared to any other place in town!

Tr
Review №43

Best bookstore in Wichita hands down. Been shopping there for years.

Me
Review №44

They have always had all the books I needed for school at an amazing price!

de
Review №45

Perfect place to go to find used books in excellent conditions

Re
Review №46

Great selection and recommendations!

Am
Review №47

Friendly staff, great selection

St
Review №48

These are the types of shops I wish were all over downtown.....

Lo
Review №49

A little unorganized, but they have a great selection and reasonable prices.

Jo
Review №50

Out of the way, quiet and most book genres you could want

Pi
Review №51

Great collections and great staff

Al
Review №52

Great conversations with the owner and great selection.

Ki
Review №53

Staff and selection is wonderful

Ni
Review №54

Great little local bookstore with friendly, knowledgeable staff.

Ra
Review №55

Nice used book store with tons of books!

Iv
Review №56

Very nice employees.

Jo
Review №57

Awesome prices

Jo
Review №58

Best real used bookstore in town

Bi
Review №59

Clean and has a wide variety of books.

ma
Review №60

Descent selection

Re
Review №61

One of the best used bookstores

La
Review №62

Super nice and helpful.

La
Review №63

Good place to read

Fu
Review №64

What an amazing experience!

No
Review №65

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  • Address:1700 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67203, United States
  • Site:http://alsoldbooks.com/
  • Phone:+1 316-264-8763
Categories
  • Used book store
  • Book store
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:10AM–5:30PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–5:30PM
  • Thursday:10AM–5:30PM
  • Friday:10AM–5:30PM
  • Saturday:10AM–5:30PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Buys used goods:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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