Forget-Me-Not Books

Morgan Bush

2024-04

This place was amazing! The staff was friendly and helpful, and the prices were reasonable. (Used bookshops can be very expensive.) They also are invested in having a community impact with adult literacy programs and education. It makes your purchases feel valuable and meaningful. If we are back in the area, I intend to visit again!

Katrina Erick

2024-03

Amazing bookstore with unique finds. Must stop if you are looking for anything vintage Alaska. Super friendly staff and volunteers really put the cherry on top.

Diana Lee

2024-04

They have a great selection of used books and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable.

Emily Rosén

2024-04

Such a darling bookstore! A great collection, very neat and organized.

Katy Hardman

2023-08

Forget-Me-Not Books is my favorite book store in town. MOST of the staff is very friendly and helpful, and you can't beat their prices. If you can't find the book you are looking for, let them know, they will write it down on a list and give you a call when it happens to come in. This is such an awesome service they provide.I also feel good shopping here knowing I am helping to support the Literacy Council.

Riley Moran

2024-04

They have a nice selection of Vinyl Records and CD's.

Aino Welch

2023-06

I was here to donate books. I called and they said come right over. Friendly staff received and helped carry in books in boxes. They were quick to express their gratitude. Inside there are lots of books. They are organized but sometimes overflowing. Great place to find older one of a kind books at reasonable prices,while helping to improve literacy in the community!

Debbie Casalie

2023-10

Great little bookstore. They're very friendly here. I found a few cute books on dinosaurs for my Preschooler grandson who loves dinosaurs! 🦖🦕

Ali Milazzo

2023-07

It's my favorite second-hand bookshop I've shopped at in the last 10 years! Including bookshops I've visited in the lower 48. Great selection, prices, and even have book swag! I'll 100% be back!

James Lindsey

2023-05

Great place to look for used books. Employees are very nice and helpful, and all items are affordably-priced. They carry all kinds of books, board games, vinyl, movies, and other random items. Kids under 18 get a free book every Friday. Please don't buy the book I want. I'm stopping by tomorrow.

Paige Zhang

2023-05

I was just passing through Fairbanks and so glad I stopped here - this is one of the best used book stores I have ever been to! There is a wide selection of books & reading materials including everything from new bestsellers to unique local reads. Everything is well-priced and in great condition. I really appreciate that it supports the work of the Literary Council of Alaska!

Brittaney Woods

2023-06

I'm in love with this little book store!!! I've found some good reads here. The prices are awesome!! The only place for cheaper prices around here are the thrift stores.

Erica Heinlein

2023-05

Great used book store. The prices are reasonable. They have books on every subject imaginable. The woman who is always working there, not sure if she is the owner or not, is fantastic!!! She will answer any question you could possibly have and is very knowledgeable

Nichole Rose

2023-07

I love going in here! I was looking for a book one time and put my name on the list in case it came in. Within an hour of leaving they called to say they found a copy! Very friendly, very efficient!

Nikol Richards

2023-05

This is not a giant book store, but it had such a fun selection. We picked up so many children's books. We will definitely be going back again.

Jerimy Smith

2023-05

Great place to find some good books to add to your, 'to read' pile. Most books are in the $4-5 range and the proceeds go to a great cause. Their hours are limited, but worth it.

Benjamin Foster

2023-11

Very helpful staff and the selection is very diverse. Helped me find exactly what I needed.

NS D

2024-04

Nice book store. Quit a variety of topics.

John Pile

2021-05

Great little used bookstore with unbelievably affordable books and proceeds support local literacy.

J.Kraig Smyth

2020-05

I love a good book store. Found some real gems here... old obscure out of print classics. The Alaska and circumpolar north section is phenomenal. Knowledgeable staff. Literacy council back office doing great work in the community. Hosting G.E.D. testing as well. A staple of Fairbanks community life.

Shelley shinn

2023-05

Went to drop off some books Monday, the counter was full, the employee thanked me. I came again Friday with two boxes, brought in one, passed a lady with two boxes, I went out grabbed my other box to drop off and the employee rudely asked if I had any more and said that they usually take large donations in the back, mine was not a large donation, the counter was already full, I actually had to move a box to fit mine. She never thanked me, that was it! Not donating books here again.

Kristen R

2018-05

I have always enjoyed Forget-Me-Knot Books. I have recommended teachers, parents, friends and family to donate and purchase through the bookstore. I have always had a pleasant experience in the book store with the staff and even other customers. Until Monday, August 17 around noon. My 6 year old daughter and I pulled into the Literacy Council parking lot, looking for a place to park. The parking lot was completely full, which made me happy knowing the building was full of either volunteers, customers, clients, etc.. For the safety of my daughter and I, in that neighborhood, I did not want to park at the Local Bar or down the road by the Soap Kitchen. So I pulled around the back of the Literacy Council building, where I saw a bin of empty boxes, empty milk crates, and the large bay door was open. I peaked my head around saying “Hello?” and no answer. With a car full of books, and a 6 year old who needed to use the restroom, I grabbed a couple boxes out of the car and placed them near the bay door. I also had more boxes that I did not want the volunteers to have to lift, so I had used the empty milk crates to place books in. My 6 year old daughter got out of the car, willingly to help, as she knew how awesome it would be to pass on these books to someone else. At this moment, a woman and her helper (Heather), come out of the large bay door yelling “HEY! HEY! Excuse me! You cannot be back here! You must check in at the office first! You cant just do this!”, which I understand now that it was policy to do so. That does NOT give some one the right to speak to me and my daughter in that tone of voice. It was incredibly disrespectful, demeaning, and scared my daughter enough to the point of tears. I understand the person may have been a volunteer and it frustrated her to the point of yelling at a complete stranger, who mind you, was obviously unaware of the policy and was donating a great deal of books. That does not excuse the way she handled the situation. This woman could have explained to us the policy and protocol of donating books, in a calm and peaceful manner.After this woman had spewed out a couple more sentences of what we were doing wrong, she left and went back inside, leaving Heather outside with us. I loaded what books I could back into my car, and told Heather that I did not expect to be scolded for donating books, especially with my daughter. Heather replied, “We just don’t like people back here!. My daughter and I left the Literacy Council feeling as if we had done something so terrible, that my daughter asked if that woman was going to call the police on us.I am completely disappointed, even shocked, that this had happened. There is NO exception for a woman from the Bookstore/Literacy Council to speak to another human being that way. Ever.

Nate Dietrich

2024-02

Allowed me to donate a box of books! Friendly

Heather Wendel

2020-05

Love the concept of this bookstore. Help support literacy of Alaska with this used bookstore. The pamphlet at the visitor center offers you a free book. Came out with my hands full of books. They were having a plant sale the day I went. Wish I could take one home but live out of state.

Katherine Woodson

2023-05

A nice little used book store! I loved the variety of books. The pricing is amazing and their bookish stickers are so cute and fun!

akaram325

2020-05

The friendliest book store in town with the best prices!! Their stock replenishes daily and they have an awesome selection of used books that are practically brand new. I stop in about 3 times a week

Scott Desposato

2022-05

Needed some kids books in a hurry - great selection, friendly staff, good prices, and in and out quickly. I'm happy to support reusing books and passing them on to new readers!

Samantha Unicorn

2022-05

Great selection, great books, great prices, and a great cause! Books are in great condition and very well organized. Definitely worth a visit. Friendly staff.

Cicely Huntington

2022-05

I attend my classes here. Studying to start my GED classes so I can get my GED. The people here are nice and I enjoy what the program offers and honestly I love it and I enjoy coming in to do work.

David Goodwyn

2023-05

I ordered a book for school from them and it made its way from AK to VA in record time. Great service, book in perfect condition. Thank you!