Loyalty Bookstore

I absolutely love Loyalty Bookstores! This locally owned and operated gem has a fantastic selection of books, especially for kids. The staff is always friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to help with recommendations. While the new location is smaller than their previous one on Upshur Street, the store still has the same great vibe and charm. I appreciate their variety and the personalized service they offer. It’s always a treat to stop by, and the convenient hours (Tues-Fri 11 AM-7 PM, Sat 10 AM-8 PM, and Sun 10 AM-5 PM) make it easy to pop in. Highly recommend supporting this wonderful local business!

Well-maintained store with a helpful owner. Great variety; have purchased items here ranging from a unique decorative copy of Thoreau Civil Disobedience to funny holiday cards and locally made DC-themed stickers. A huge perk is their vast online catalog—you can order books and pick them up in-store with no shipping costs. A great local resource!

My favorite DC bookstore with an amazing collection of diverse book selections and a knowledgeable staff who make you want to leave with 10 new books each time. They have a lovely children's book selection as well. The Petworth location is convenient and accessible and they often have community events that create an overall homey, booklover experience.

Lovely Black, Asian and queer-owned bookstore with a great selection of romance and speculative fiction and a modest kid's room. As a Californian, I was so pleased to see a Fil-Am section specifically called out. I could see this being a great place to buy a card or small gift for someone. Yay for indie bookstores!