Testimonials

New books are rotated into the stock regularly. Recent reorganization of the store looks great. If you like piles of books, searching for treasures, and people named Bob – this is the shop for you. Every time I am in Joplin I pick up a stack of delightfully used paperbacks.

Great selection and great prices. I had a gift card and was able to buy more than I could carry and I still have some to spend later!

Great selection, well organized, friendly and clean. Always something to find when we stop in.

Love this place and the people! !! Best book store ever, with the best old book smell!

The gentleman is a wonderful assistant. He is very helpful and nice. Great atmosphere and prices!

I love this store! there are so many books to choose from. so awesome. Everyone I came in contact with has always been super friendly.

I love this place! Great prices! I’ll always come here before I EVER go to Books-A-Million!

The owners were super nice! They also had a wonderful book selection can’t wait to go back!

This side of the road shop may not look like much from the outside, but as the saying goes: never judge a book by it’s cover. This shop is an absolute treasure trove! From antiques, to mass paper backs, to brand new books, this shop covers history, fiction, mystery, non-fiction, religion, faith, kids, cooking….etc. It is more than worth a stop. We were greatly blessed by not only the books inside, but also by the conversation we had with the owner. I am looking forward to returning and can only highly recommend you make a trip to Always Buying Books.

As an avid reader, I love Always Buying Books for finding a great read. As a local author, I enjoy book signing events in the store and having my paperbacks on the local author shelf. The staff is friendly and incredibly helpful. I’ve asked about books that a librarian would have trouble finding and they know where it is and take you straight to it. Amazing service!