3 bookstores in the Huntsville area + local authors you need to check out

The weather is cooling down, so it’s the perfect time to curl up and start your next page-turner. Here are three bookstores in the Huntsville area to pick up some good reads. Keep reading, fellow bookworms.

1. Bookshelf

Bookshelf offers new and used books for a discounted price. Ready to revamp your personal library? You can even trade in your books for credit to use at Bookshelf.

There is a huge selection, so you’re bound to find something you’ll love. Almost as much as I love puns… almost.

• Address: 6125 University Dr NW B-24, Huntsville, AL 35806
• Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:30AM-5:30PM
• Phone: (256) 881-5040
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2. Booklegger Used Books

What kind of books do you like reading? Action, mystery, sci-fi, romance or even an autobiography? Booklegger has you covered. You might find your next favorite book.

Right by the door, you’ll find a whole section of Alabama authors. Who is your favorite Alabamian author?

• Address: 4001 C Holmes Ave, Huntsville, AL 35816
• Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 10AM-5PM
• Phone: (256) 895-0082
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3. 2nd & Charles

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Another spot perfect for trading in your old books is 2nd & Charles. Besides the Madison location, you can find this bookstore in Hoover, Dothan and Oxford.

Not sure where to start? You can go on a blind date with a book. A section is filled with books wrapped in brown paper with a description. You never know what you’ll get!

• Address: 8040 Hwy 72 W, Madison, AL 35758
• Hours: Monday-Saturday 10AM-8PM | Sunday 11AM-7PM
• Phone: 256-864-9001
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BONUS: Huntsville authors to check out

Alabama is home to many famous story-tellers. This got us curious about local Huntsville authors.

Robert Bailey is a Huntsville author that Bookshelf is asked for all the time. In fact, someone called and asked for a Robert Bailey book while we were in the store.

Huntsville-Madison County Public Library offers a guide to Alabama authors. Homer Hickam and H.E. Fancis are listed as notable Huntsville authors. Which books will you be picking up?

Huntsville, what did we miss? Let us know by tagging @thebamabuzz on social or emailing emily@thebamabuzz.com.