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All Good Books is Columbia's independent bookstore, a welcoming space to foster reading and support the local literary community. Here you can discover what you enjoy, find surprises in new releases, best-sellers, and more obscure, esoteric books hidden in the stacks. All Good Books celebrates the rich literary culture of South Carolina, along with carefully curated selections from all around the world.
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Jarrek Hartsell
August 2025
What a great local bookstore. You can tell they put thought into curating “all good books” for customers to choose from. It’s not packed full of everything, instead there is a well organized selection of some of the best books to choose from. They will order books for you as well. 📕 🌟
annette flavel
October 2025
A wonderful place for finding your next read, being recommended a book, attending a book event or just hiding in a quiet corner. AGB is Columbia’s premier independent bookstore and we’re lucky to have her!!
Sara Beth Wade
June 2025
Great bookstore with a lovely setup, and there aren't that many in the Columbia area so I hate to bash it, but it was kinda cold and empty in there. I expected a bit more bustle, and if they served drinks, I didn't see much evidence. Maybe it's hopping more when students are in town. Books are *expensive* here - I hate to compare to online prices, but I bought one for $30 that I could have gotten for half as much elsewhere. But it's a lovely space and I want them to stay in business, I wonder if I caught it on an off day...staff could be much more friendly.
Tia Gantt
November 2025
My family and I visited for the first time today. Nice store and the back outside reading area was nice. Books were definitely more pricey then other places; however my son was excited to find a newly released book he wanted. During our time there we were never greeted or asked if we needed any assistance. When we went to the register to pay, there was no acknowledgement. The two guys keep going in conversation. No acknowledgement during the whole transaction. Didn't feel welcomed or that we belonged there. Definitely didn't like the vibe we received from the guys at the register. We regretted spending our money here. Unfortunate that the customer service was so bad because we really liked the set up and look of the store. Our family will go elsewhere next time.
Bambi K
March 2025
I was impressed with the setup of this book store. Wonderful atmosphere and friendly staff members. There's also coffee and wine if you need to wind down. I would highly recommend it if you just need to get out of the house or meet up with a friend. Several upcoming events, too. You won't be disappointed.
