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May 2024 by Melissa Berkebile
Always a great place to go. It's wonderful for the community.
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May 2024 by Monica Sheakley
Everything a book store should be. Charming, packed wall to wall with books, and the best atmosphere!
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May 2024 by Eren Crebs
This is my favorite book store ever. Quaint, cozy, with a ton of books. The staff is wonderful and very helpful too.
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May 2024 by Scott Moore
Really nice bookstore. The staff were extremely helpful and the store was well stocked. Great atmosphere!
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April 2024 by Nick Downer
Mac’s Backs is an excellent, excellent bookstore. If you want to drop in and buy a good book, you can do that here with zero effort, because Suzanne et al curate the selection with a vengeance. All killer, no filler, as the kids say (I think they say that. I don’t really know any kids).
Here’s the other, deeper thing: if there was some kind of UNESCO Heritage Site designation - but for Cleveland - Mac’s Backs would have that status. This place is a critical piece of the city, one of the reasons Cleveland can say with a straight face that it offers cultural amenities comparable to larger metros. The staff has a genuine and deep knowledge of local literary history as well as being broadly well read; the whole operation is unique and irreplaceable.
PS: quick plug for their website, which makes it easy to find and order books for pickup or ship elsewhere as needed. There literally could not be an easier way to spend your money with a place that’s wildly deserving of it.
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March 2024 by Dominik
Mac’s books has a great selection of new and used books for every reader. The staff are always very kind and helpful and have a recommendation for anyone who needs one!
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February 2024 by Kevin Fowler
We stop at this place after every visit to BDs.
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February 2024 by Kasumi
Mac’s Backs, a beloved institution in Cleveland is unique in the universe! Incredibly knowledgeable and helpful owners and staff will always find what you’re looking for!
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January 2024 by Erica Butler
Great store, knowledgeable staff. I am always pleased with my experience. I recommend this store to everyone, both for yourself and for finding unique gifts.
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January 2024 by Tracy Jo Calaway Taylor
Staff are extremely helpful & kind!!!
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January 2024 by J Drew Brumbaugh
A well organized independent bookstore with helpful staff. First time here and will likely visit again even though it's a half-hour drive.
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December 2023 by Lizzie Bjork
I love Mac’s Backs! They have 3 floors and a great inventory of books, mostly new but some used. If they don’t have a book you’re looking for, they can usually get it within just a few days
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December 2023 by Lina Ross
One of the best bookstores you’ll ever find. Will go here for books, cards, zines, knick knacks, local businesses, and good vibes as long as I’m in Northeast Ohio. Check out their events too.
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November 2023 by N D
A mix of used and new books. Many of the books are new. This was not exactly what I thought since I thought it was a used bookstore. Not to sound snarky, but I would go to Barnes and Noble or Amazon to buy new books. It has a decent selection and a very cozy atmosphere.
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October 2023 by Irene Morley
One of my favorite bookstores ever! Always worth a visit.
