Reviews of Ed's Editions Bookstore (ABAA/ILAB, ABA). (Book Store) in Columbia (South Carolina).

Ed's Editions Bookstore (ABAA/ILAB, ABA)

142 Reviews

90 Comments

Book store

Used book store

406 Meeting St, West Columbia, SC 29169, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Ed's Editions Bookstore (ABAA/ILAB, ABA)

Aodhán Mac Raighailligh

This place is great for language materials, as I've found German, Hebrew, Old English and Icelandic materials. The staff is courteous and the selection is broad. One of the best book stores out there for history books as well.

Bridgette Walker

My first visit won't be my last. The experience here was personalized and appreciated. A great variety of books were on display and the folk working there were extremely knowledgeable. It's an especially great resource for things written about South Carolina.

Jennifer Bjorn-Muellner

Fun little used bookstore with really pleasant and knowledgeable folks working there. My teenager always finds great things and loves going there to hunt for treasures. There are some collector copies of books, but I am not knowledgeable enough on that topic to speak to their value. They look beautiful.

Jillian Holmes

This is one of my favorite bookstores in the area by far. They have an insane collection of old, new, common, and rare books. They have plenty of shelves to get lost in, and plenty of genres to choose from. It’s impossible to leave here without a good find. They have an impressive amount of academic books as well so students might be able to find books required for class at discounted prices. The building they are in also gives the store a nice cozy atmosphere although the parking lot is pretty small and on an awkward corner. The employees are always very warm and welcoming and harbor adequate knowledge on books and their inventory. I wouldn’t say there is a great kids section based on other bookstores but they still have some good picks for young readers.

Todd Alexander

I cannot say enough how much I love this bookstore. Such a wonderful place. Everything about it is exactly what a real bookstore should be. It smells right, it looks right, it's just a little cramped like it should be. The selection here is amazing. I found several books by Theodore Roosevelt, a couple by Horace Kephart, all in amazing condition and for reasonable prices. I come to this store every chance I get. It has quickly become one of my go to spots in Columbia. If you like books, or just need to find an older hard to find book, you owe it to yourself to try Ed's Editions.

Aaron Cade Warren

Wonderful store. I have bought many items here over the years, and also sold some items to them as well. I have never been to a book store that is more scrupulously fair in buy-back prices than Ed's; they are simply the best. Their collection is wonderful, you can get lost in their store for hours. They will go out of their way to help you if you are looking for a book, even one they don't have. I love the place and cannot recommend them enough. Keep Ed's Editions in business, they are wonderful and a local institution!

Phillip Stewart

Great selection and service! Prices are good.

Melissa Lovelady

Eric is awesome. Deals are awesome. Home away from home!

Aaron Miller

Great selection of interesting books.

Karen Copper

This is that rare used book store that has its books arranged in a usable order, and which also has them listed in a database for easier searching. It is a must - see mission every time we visit. It is just big enough to offer a great selection, but small enough to be cozy and comfortable, and to not wear the shoppers or their wallets out!

LaurenJayne Diamond

Just received my wonderful mystery book early. Thanks so much. In great condition, and wrapped with much care. I look forward to doing more business with you.

Mary Wilson

My friend lost a book after her friend (who borrowed it) died. It was part of an expensive set and most places would not help us find a way to replace just the one book. These people have a big heart and went above and beyond what was expected. Now we can give an incredibly special Christmas present we didn’t think could happen.

Kim Lyles

This is a complete jewel I could spend hours just looking at all the books. Very extensive of all kinds and I'm pretty sure they will help you find what your looking for. Very nice people

Benton

This is a great place for finding older editons of books, or for happening upon books previously unknown to oneself. The owners are quite friendly and know their stock. My only wish would be that they would be open in the evenings and Sundays. Their short (and sometimes uncertain) hours have prevented many visits over the years.

Fred Davis

I know this store very, very well. It's an especially nice used bookstore with a wonderful selection of fiction and nonfiction, contemporary, collectible, and antiquarian. Owner is a honest-to-God expert bookman. Totally trustworthy, completely competent.

Pete Phifer

Wonderful store for nearly any book. Great people, and atmosphere. I can’t rate them high enough, 5 stars isn’t enough.

Matt Wormington

This is possibly one of the greatest bookstores in America, based on price, selection, and staff. Everyone that works there is amiable and kind, and they recognize me whenever I come up. The prices are very fair and they have both a 5-dollar shelf and a free book shelf, which surprisingly isn't full of unsellable nonsense (e.g. I found an 1888 copy of an oliver wendell holmes book for free). There are thousands of books, stacks taller than any human everywhere one looks. Their first friday sale is great. Highly, highly recommended.

Forestry First

This is easily the best bookstore in the midlands, new or used. I visited a retail chain store last night and was horrified to see they no longer carry any of the classic roman or greek authors such as Livy, even in the small Penguin Classics softbacks. They have of course entire racks filled with trash, such as Vixen Diaries and other regrettable works. The classics though you will now have to order. I love rare books and this place has plenty of rare and out of print volumes at reasonable prices. Many of the other shops I have been in have indefensible prices on some of their used hardcover books (perhaps they imagine them to be the last remaining copy). Ed has thousands of books and continually receives more. I always find new volumes. By far the best used book store in South Carolina.

Third Grade Teacher

Current books are limited, kids section is limited and picture books are in boxes to sort through, many collectibles and uncommon titles in other genres, prices are higher than I'd typically pay, staff is friendly, nice atmosphere with a sweet cat mascot

Austin Semmel

Was able to find just what I had been looking for...a signed copy of Vonnegut’s Breakfast of Champions or Cat’s Cradle. They had the former so I walked out with it. Very nice people. Worth your time to drop by!

Robert

I always love going to this classic, local bookstore. Ed is super nice as well as the staff that works there. You'll definitely find some unique items at this place.

Ryan Campbell

Great book store!!! Extremely friendly and informative staff as well. Will definitely be going back soon.

Tyler Watson

This is a great bookstore with loads of old, new, and collectable books. The store is laid out well and the sections are easy to find on your own. They do buy books but they are very picky about what they buy.

Real Qtii

2nd best (not new) book store around (here) WAS run by Mike Rowe's brother. (Don't know where he (Philip) went) Anyway, Ed's is the best. Has been for years (i just found out he's on the web (now you know why i shop for 'old' books - ha ha...). He has always 'worked' with me to insure my satisfaction.

Trudy Crawford

Definitely worth visiting if you love books. They have several old books, very friendly staff (including a black cat).

Nancy Campbell - The Grace Under Pressure

Our children grew up spending hours in this sweet shop, and as adults still stop by whenever they are in town. Delightful!

abdul omer

One of the best book stores in Columbia, they have an exceptional selection of books to maps. The staff are always kind and respectful anytime I'm there.

Amber Goff

Ed's is great. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. These are used books, so you can feel good about that. They also have lots of unique and older things.

Kim Yost

Love love love this place! Folks are friendly and they have some really neat old books as well as newer selections.

Alexis Johnston

Its such a fun place to visit for book lovers, I love looking at all the older books they have. It's quiet, and homey.

Traci Hatch

Such a beautiful used books store. Books of all types. Kind staff, and friendly store cat. We found a couple of treasures. We will be back.

Noname Noname

The store has a bunch of genres to peruse. There are a ton of old books, first editions, pulpy schlock, etc. Top selling point for me, they have a store cat!!!

Marguerite Sterling

Great selection, peaceful atmosphere, nice people. Quick decisions on whether they will buy your books or not. Thanks!

Ruby Scoggin

A source of exciting books, unique books, collector magazines, great novels and much more. When is the last time you've gotten lost in reading a book. It's wonderful.

James Hill

One of the last used book stores on earth. Friendly and helpful shopkeepers.

Shields “Scott” Varney

Decent book shop, dont try selling to them unless you got text books. Owner never seems to give a darn unless you got something priceless from antiquity. Should try using better people skills if you ask me

Cooper Lucas

Item arrived in a timely fashion and as described. Were willing to work with me and will be searching their catalog for a future purchase

Patrick Carroll

Really wonderful shop. Bibliophile's dream.

Teri Schiavi

Super cute store, very friendly and tons of books. Definitely worth a visit!

Adam Hoffman

Stopped in while visiting Columbia and was very presently surprised with the collection of collectable books! Was even able to find some Christmas presents for my in laws!

Leah Wilson

this nook is 100% worth the visit-the prices were unbelievable on everything from new editions to old, weathered, but well-kept collector's items.

Ray Cheadle

Small store but a wide variety. Picked up a Stephen King novel for half the cover price.

Susannah Simpson

This is the best bookstore in Columbia, and probably the state. Friendly, knowledgeable staff and a great selection of books of all kinds.

K P

I visited here a lot while in college at USC...that was over 15 years ago. Glad to see they're still in business.

Kristin Moore

Love this place so much!

Robert Sorrentino

Out timey antique book store. Lots of fun to explore. Lots of variety.

Jay Ferrara

Ed’s is the best (and nearly only) independent, used bookstore in Columbia. Only wish it were bigger.

mahayla bainter

I absolutely loved this store!

Harper Shull

Great book store with new, used and rare editions.

Selah Dey

Great prices on rare Editions - we always visit Eds when we come to visit South Carolina!

Donna Robison

Received a warm SC welcome when we entered and a quick orientation to the store. What a gem!

Ellis Creel

Ed's is great! They have a wonderfully eclectic selection, and the staff is incredibly helpful.

Crystal Trimnal

We love this place! Has just about every old book you could think of.

p h

Awesome collection or rare and uncommon books. Better selection than the library.

Ron Flammia

They’re friendly and professional and know how to package books properly for shipment!

Janet Sebast

Great little bookstore!

Joshua Moellering

An adorable used book store, friendly staff, good organization.

Elizabeth Ferrara (Vibrational Resonance)

Love this bookstore! A true Columbia treasure.

Shawn Powers

Wonderful used book store. Good and selection.

Ellen

Nice selection of different types of hardback. Not necessarily the store for the latest popular fiction.

Pamela Jewett

Nice, eclectic selections --old and newer --with very helpful, friendly hosts.

Donald Parker

Great selection and service.

J K

I've known this guy Ed for 20 years..and if I could reads..I'd stay longer and maybe buy a book.

Donna Young

Well organized an good selection.

Mike Sanders

Great selection and the guy working was extremely helpful and very interactive.

Chelsea

They have everything you didn't know you were looking for!

S M

A wonderful collection of old and new books on nearly every subject you could imagine.

Michael Graham

Always find something of interest to read whenever I go here.

rebecca whitehead

Could not have asked for better service. 2 gentlemen helped me find the perfect book.

J Burns

Great selection of new and classic books

FOM Theartofeyewear

Used books, great people, casual relaxed atmosphere.

Jonathon Smith

Mainly a large selection of Civil War, southern, and American history.

Christopher Fleming

Became one of my favorite bookstores.

Julius Earle, Jr, MD

Fun and interesting used books.

Marcus Finney

Masterful collection of old and rare books.

Peter Maher

Neat place to find old books

Christopher LeBeau (Soda City 3D Art)

Excellent book store.

Timothy Reis

Eric is great guy to deal with

Kelly Vanarsdall

Very interesting selection

Lynn Cook

Nice helpfull staff

Joyce Reed

Helpful friendly staff.

david huguenin

Fantastic book store

Freyja Terpsicore

Amazing bookstore

Shot Earle (Shot)

Fun bookstore

Shelah Smith

It was okay.

Mary Skywalker

Just visited for the first time and I’m in awe of this store! So many amazing finds and historic books! I’m wowed. Will absolutely be back! This place is a treasure trove!

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