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October 2023 by Jaryd Frankenfield
1. Customer service: Spectacular. Owner and employees always have an excellent disposition, answer questions with diligence, and are great at pursuing engaging conversation.2. Layout: The store allows for freedom of movement and is set up in a way that is logical, simple to navigate, and pleasing to the eyes. Additionally, the "hidden" back rooms make for a feel that is nearly whimsical.3. Content: The owner truly knows his customers. He has everything from the classics, pop fiction, a substantial true crime section, and all the way to spiritual practice texts and medical texts, including the DSM. West Side Stories also has a grand collection of table-top RPG source books, namely D&D, as well as gaming equipment like dice trays and dice themselves.4. Parking: Free lot on the side.5. Location: Easily accessible by pedestrians on Colorado Ave.6. Other: West Side Stories features locally-sourced miniature art pieces and fragrances. Their loyalty program, which only requires a phone number, is also one of the most customer-beneficial I've found in all of Colorado.Conclusion: West Side Stories continues to impress at every turn.A short story: When I requested a book to be ordered, I had it in my hands and paid for within the week. Also, another customer mentioned a book they were looking for in passing. The following week, I saw that book on the shelf, stocked and ready to go. The owner listens to his customers and delivers a wholesome, respectful, and overall perfect experience.
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October 2023 by Nancy Woo
Amazing space! Brian is so helpful and friendly and there is an amazing selection of eclectic books - I found treasures like a tarot deck and the artist’s way. Great spot! Will come back every time I visit.
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October 2023 by Marie F
I was very pleased to find this bookstore so close to work and perfect for visiting on my lunch hour. Pleased with the ambience, prices, service, and selection! Cannot get that experience anywhere except a bookstore!
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October 2023 by Cat Chatlos
Very cute and cozy! They have good selection of children’s books, beautifully scented candles and gorgeous jewelry/ accessories. The man working was wonderful and kind, 10/10 recommend!
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October 2023 by Turner Black
this place is so fantastic! it has an incredible selection of queer books and the best art prints in town! definitely make sure to check this spot out✨?
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September 2023 by Kam Dixon
best bookstore. super friendly employees and great atmosphere! will definitely be back when i visit again!!
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August 2023 by Julia Thomas
Beautiful little book store with an expansive collection of used books for those wishing to be more sustainable!!!!
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August 2023 by Cyan Oelklaus
The owner Brian is the coolest ever! The store is very cozy and LGBTQ+ friendly. The staff is super friendly and helpful. They are one of the only bookstores in town that will pay either cash or store credit for your used books and they pay the highest in town. They not only have all the books I could ever ask for, (and if they don’t have it they can order it for you) but there is an amazing selection of pins, keychains, bookmarks, puzzles, board games, and much more! With their loyalty program, every time you check in you can either get something for free or a percentage off of your purchase! Would totally work here.
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August 2023 by Matt Atkinson Art
My first time in, and this place is really cool! Creaky wood floors, worn tile, and labyrinthine stacks organized by interest. And plenty of local/indie zines, or I’d print historical reference books, and sci-fi/gaming stuff. LGBTQ friendly.
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August 2023 by Anna Davis
This is one of the best bookstores I’ve been too! They have a zine library like one I’ve been looking for for ages, and their overall selection is one of the best I’ve ever seen - and it kept me wanting more! a little unassuming from the street but make sure to stop in!
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August 2023 by shane many
An Excellent atmosphere and large collection of books. The location is great. Lots of cool trinkets and miscellaneous items as well. I love coming here
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July 2023 by Nicole Hoeper
Unique little bookstore close to Old Colorado City on the west side of I-25. There are nice books tucked away in each nook & cranny of this shop. They have everything nicely displayed & labeled by section. They have puzzles, brain games, wearable pins, journals, books of course! Great customer service.
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July 2023 by Isaac Jarrell
After passing by Westside Stories every time I drive through Old Colorado, I decided to give it a shot. And this store has suddenly become my favorite bookstore in the area. The way new books are stocked right next to used books just makes me happy. The old house converted into a shop reminds me of places my mom used to take me as a kid. And the prices are fairly reasonable! Very glad I stopped in.
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July 2023 by Abby Wiebler
A great independent bookstore. They had at least one copy of a book that I haven’t been able to find ANYWHERE. Good selection of both bestsellers and other genres. Lots of other cool things to buy there as well! I got a very cool set of dnd dice.
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July 2023 by Brody Griffin
A qaint and beautiful bookstore located in Old Colorado City! My wife loves shopping here, not only for the wonderful shopping experience and A+ customer service, but also because it's a locally run book store. We are firm believers in shopping locally and West Side Stories has everything we need! If you can't find a book you're looking for, they'll happily order you one! They also have a great selection of pins, stickers, and other fun accessories. You should definitely stop by if you haven't yet.
