Dog-Eared Books

4.7 (321)

4027 Atlantic Ave, Raleigh, NC 27604
(984) 200-2489
dogearedbooksnc.com

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Used book store
Book store
Discount store

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  • Identifies as women-owned

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Alex Davis

2024-04

This place is open on Saturdays. They were online only for a while but now you can stop in. It was decently busy when we went but there’s plenty of parking.

Angela Heiser

2024-05

We visited on the full a bag day for $20 and had an absolute blast. We've previously ordered online and love them. My son enjoyed solving the Rubik's cube while searching for books. Great selection. Cute kid area. Definitely coming back.

Susan Campbell

2023-12

What an absolute gem for any book lover. $2 for most books with absolutely no shortage of options. Check out their online shop as well. They also just opened up a duster store off Strickland Road called Wanderlust 📚

Kimberly Nicole

2023-10

From children’s books to journals and murder mysteries - they have a little bit of everything! All books are just $2 with a select few early chapter readers being only $1. It’s well worth a trip if you’re looking to add to your never ending TBR list.Currently only open on the weekends I’m hopeful they can one day expand to more hours and a more ideal location. Currently they are located on the back side of a building between loading docks - but despite the location the inside is organized and homey. Sporting a corner room for children’s books, main shelves are displayed by genre and general fiction books organized by author last names.I bought a book filled with books for less than $40! And even if they don’t have something you’re looking for (it is a used book store after all) you can leave you’re information to be contacted at a later date if the book you want happens upon them.Only thing of a negative beware note - because they’re located between loading docks and not technically in a retail spot the building owner isn’t required to make to ADA accessible for shoppers. So the only entrance is by stairs.

Lauren Cotter

2024-04

HUGE selection of books…and for killer prices ($1 & $2 )! You could easily go crazy buying way too many books to the point that your spouse enforces a “one in-one out” rule. Lol!Another great thing is their book buying program. They buy your used books for credit to use at their store. Which, to me, is a win-win! 😁

Destinee Gonzalez

2024-04

First time shopper and OBSESSED! I loved how organized the books were. The book bundles were a spot on deal! Can’t wait to give my classroom students new books AND got some books I’ve been wanting in a separate bundle.

Lindsey Atkins

2023-12

The definition of above and beyond!! They have a great selection of books for a used book store and the price is unbeatable.I was able to get an amazing amount of good books for my classroom as well as myself.Additionally, Sam offered to make me a book advent batch when I expressed I was sad there wasn’t an adult option! I hope there is an advent calendar for adults next year — I have some jealous friends!Support this small business!!

Rhonnie Mapp

2023-09

If you’re looking for a used bookstore that doesn’t overprice then check this place out! Every book is $2! One of my new favorite gems! I love the atmosphere. The toddler/little kids section is so cute and appealing to any child. The books are in great condition as well. We got our daughter 12 books for $24.

Mark Kimball

2019-05

What a wonderful book store! So many great books, huge selection. We went during a $10 bag event and got 64 books for $21! Wide variety from children's, to young adult, to DIY, to foreign language, to history, to politics, to biographies, to religion, to fiction, and so much more. Really friendly staff. Highly recommend and will definitely be back.

David Reeves

2024-05

My wife found good books for super cheap.

Molly Gullett

2023-08

GUYS GUYS GUYS. GO HERE!!!!! This is one of the cutest, cleanest, and most well stocked book stores I’ve been to ever. There are so many cute little aspects of this place!!!! Oh and I got 18 books for 25$ :)A MUST. So excited to come back soon.

Zachary Williamson

2024-02

I've always struggled to find things I want here, but I think that's mostly due to the prices being so good that everything flies off the shelf.

Louise Cottrell

2023-05

Love this store! During the pandemic, I was collecting Newbery Medal and Honor books and they went above and beyond the call of duty by pulling out these specialty books and bundling them for me. Who does that? Wonderful people and great books for readers of all ages. Highly recommend.

Logan Sherwin

2023-09

This place is excellent. All the books here are $2! It’s clean and incredibly friendly. People here love to read and it shows. Small magic. Also bring a picture of your pets!

Megan Campbell

2023-11

This place was cute. Very small, and not a ton of selection, but still enjoyed my time there and walked out with a healthy stack of books.

Josie Bruce

2023-12

Favorite used book store to go to! Such a bargain and so many books to look through!

Laura Rodi

2023-10

Great staff, book inventory small, need to move out to larger place. The owner very accommodating and helpful. We'll come back soon.

Emily Miller

2023-05

I used to shop here when I lived in NC pre-2020. The staff (and dogs) were very nice and helpful! I live out of state but still shop online to support them. Books are great quality and are always packaged with care!

DeAnna Palazzolo

2023-06

Underrated little hole in the wall. I heard the books were $2ea but I didn't believe it. Sure enough, $2! I got so many books, and since they didn't have the book I was looking for they took down my name and what I was looking for in case they get it. This place was lovely, and I can't wait to return.

Derek Kniffin

2023-07

Very cute kids corner, but the adult books had a pretty limited selection, and the fiction wasn't split into genres, so it was hard to find what I was interested in. I saw there's work being done on a new section in the back, so maybe it'll be better then

Sarah Sherrill

2023-06

The people working were so kind when I went! The selection was amazing and you literally can’t beat the price. Shoutout to the nice lady working the checkout last weekend, she was so fun to talk to and was so helpful. I can’t wait to go back :)

Marianne Valino

2022-05

I absolutely love and adore this place! I heard another patron call it a ‘treasure trove’, which I completely agree with. It’s such a lovely book shop with a variety of books for every and all ages. Their online store also has such a great collection of works too that you can have shipped to your place or you can pick up in store/at their porch! The staff is so welcoming and kind as well! They helped me with my trade ins and were so friendly throughout my experience there. I’ve only been here twice so far since discovering it, however I can’t wait to go more in the future! 💗

DELIAH DE LA GARZA-ADKINS

2022-05

I absolutely love this bookstore. It was my first time visiting and I walked away with great titles in adult fiction, memoirs, and politics. My son enjoyed the kids section as well, and though we didn't attempt it this time, we want to return explore the "fill a bag with books for $10" room!

Elana Hardesty

2023-05

I randomly found this place while searching for books online and I’m so glad I did. Super easy to purchase books for pickup, great selection, and the staff is very nice! I’ll definitely be coming back.

Ashley Snyder

2020-05

I don't know how I've never heard of this store before today! It has a wonderful selection of books for children and adults. All books are $1, except for bundled books and the books in the back (those are fill a bag for $10). We ended up going home with over 20 books, buying two bundles of 10 children's books, a few extra children's books and several cookbooks and it only cost about $15. ETA: I was very happy with the deal and the books until we discovered that one of the bundles had a duplicate book AND we discovered one of the books (so far) missing 5 pages. For that I'm removing another star because it feels like while the bundles are a good deal - because they are tied/wrapped you can't actually do a quality control check either. This makes me a little bit wary of buying their bundles now.The other frustrating thing about the store was that it was a bit hard to find specific books. They are organized by type/genre but beyond that it takes a lot of digging to find something specific. And the bag book section in the back for children was difficult to dig through because the books are all just piled on a table.I'd just probably say buyer beware if you are purchasing bundles. At least for all the loose books you can look through them to see the quality first.

Jordyn Buzzerd

2021-05

If I could give 10 stars I would. I am in town for 2 nights, heading to the beach. I forgot a book so I did a quick google search & found Dog Eared. After reading their story I was sold, and added 3 books to my cart before checking out. Upon checking out I realized the curbside pick up wasn’t available until Monday but I would be leaving Sunday so this wouldn’t work. I took a shot in the dark & sent an email explaining my situation & asking if at any way possible I could pick the books up sooner. I received a response within 30 minutes offering to have my order ready by 12pm because I was in luck & someone would be stopping by the store! I quickly placed my order online with their simple & secure checkout. The customer service was prompt and so kind.This place is a bit hidden, in a loading dock area with a built on store front. My bag was in a bin out front. I opened my bag to check the contents & I was amazed. Y’all I got 3 books for $8.50 and they’re all in PERFECT condition, one is even a hardback!! This was the highlight of my trip so far. Please support this local small business & grab yourself an amazing book or two!

Jessi- P

2018-05

This place was very clean and neat. The two ladies that run it were nice and helpful. The amount of creativity you see around the store was amazing starting with the front counter being made of books to nifty book coat hangers and such. Books were 1$ a piece unless marked otherwise. And they have a room of books that are 10$ a bag. I managed to get about 30 books for around 16$. They do have a live dog as a mascot on the premises so if your allergic to fur babies I'd take some precautions.

Melody Fain

2019-05

Great little bookshop! They're only open on weeekends, but ALL books are only $1 per. They have a huge selection of books for kids which is nice for teachers and parents. The shop is also very organized (which I love) by type of book (history, travel, fiction, etc). I try to go at least once a month. They also accept donations of books so if you have any you're done with you can take them here for store credit.

Breanne P

2023-10

Very friendly staff, well organized, and nice and clean inside. Great deals on books.

Jessica Crockett

2022-05

I love this place! We got to go in the store for the first time today. It's very clean and organized! The lady at the front was a good sport helping my boys find the books they wanted!I usually shop online and pickup. Their customer service is always top notch! I'm so glad we found this amazing shop!

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Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 AM-5 PM
Sunday 10 AM-5 PM

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