Then & Now Bookshop

Em

year ago

Stumbled upon this place with friends! Hannah was attending to another guest but still made us feel seen when we walked in with a friendly greeting! The owner has designed a very elegant environment. I adore the concept of reading the book you buy in their cute lil lounge area as well! This bookstore has a good range to choose from and bonus: the cutest STICKERS!

simone deborde

7 months ago

This bookshop is so freaking awesome! The woman working there is also super sweet – I’m regretful that I didn’t get her name for this review. Either way, you won’t regret supporting this super cute and cool business. They have stickers, bookmarks, and loads of books. They even have a kids section! Customer service was absolutely phenomenal. It was clean and smelled like book heaven! I will definitely be returning.

Taylor Blackburn

year ago

Was so thrilled to pick up a Galveston informational magazine and discover a personally owned book store! I was even more thrilled upon visiting this colorful, quaint, perfect, and engaging shop that is perfect for the whole family of book lovers!

Tracey Smith

year ago

Top notch bookshop in the Post Office area. Owner is delightful and really knows her books! I’ll be stopping here every island trip from now on.

Hannah Rogers

6 months ago

Love the shop. Great selection of books. They had a little holiday section which was cool. And a blind date with a book section. Alllllso stickers. Loved it.

Susan Wilke

4 months ago

Cute bookstore with helpful staff, comfy chairs, and a cute kids section!

Kayla

month ago

Such a cozy bookshop with a ton of great options. Super clean and friendly staff. They also have things like staff picks, author visits, blind date with a book, stickers & chairs to hang out! A must when visiting Galveston!

Rachel Owens

year ago

Great new bookstore with a wonderful selection of books (including owner recommendations). My daughter found a few graphic novels she wanted, and I found a great new fiction book. The owner is friendly and also shared local restaurant recommendations with us as well. Highly recommend!

Lisa C

8 months ago

I wasn't sure what to expect, as this was my first time visiting. I wasn't looking for anything in particular; I just wanted to visit and get familiar with this bookstore, seeing as I would be back often. After browsing the shelves, and taking a seat in their reading area, I decided to go with a book that has been unfortunately banned, The Bluest Eye, by Toni Morrison. So glad I got the last copy and it was a great price. I would have chosen Mary Oliver’s, New and Selected Poems, but they didn’t have volume one and I’d prefer to start there. This independent bookstore has been a pop-up bookstore since 2023 and had its grand opening in October of last year. They are located next to a popular coffee shop that is loved by the community. They sell new and used books. The used books are color-coordinated at the top of each shelf. They also sell gifts, stickers, bookmarks, and at the checkout counter, you’ll find a passport book where you can track your reading journey. It’s really cute. Be sure to grab your free bookmark on your way out. The staff is very friendly and helpful. They definitely don’t mind taking a moment to help you find what you’re looking for.

Gwendolyn Williams

3 months ago

Such a cute bookstore!!! Wonderful selection of adult books in all genres. Everything (within genre) arranged in rainbow color - so pretty! Awesome kids section too, complete with puzzles and cozy chairs. The owner is incredibly sweet and was so sweet to chat books with!!! Always a favorite stop in Galveston!!!