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DOWNTOWN. It's the quintessential specialty bookstore: hardwood floors, inviting couches and armchairs, and shelf upon...

DOWNTOWN. It's the quintessential specialty bookstore: hardwood floors, inviting couches and armchairs, and shelf upon shelf of the printed word. British books are a specialty, but the variety is impressive, and if they don't have it in stock they will do their best to get it for you. The shop hosts occasional signings and readings, and they have a fun special series called Books and Brunch which takes place at the King Edward Hotel.

Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-6pm; Sun Noon-6pm Hours May Vary Seasonally

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN. Bakka Phoenix is small, but they have a great selection, and the staff is beyond knowledgeable. Die-hard...

DOWNTOWN. Bakka Phoenix is small, but they have a great selection, and the staff is beyond knowledgeable. Die-hard sci-fi and fantasy fans will find kindred souls here, and perhaps the next big thing: writers Robert J. Sawyer and Tanya Huff, among others, are former employees. You won't find all the associated goods often stocked at similar shops, however ­ there are no toys, no action figures, no games, no collectibles, and no comics.

Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-7pm; Sat 11am-6pm; Sun Noon-5pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club

THE ANNEX. There's no hiding this massive book lover's paradise in the popular Bloor West shopping village. With three...

THE ANNEX. There's no hiding this massive book lover's paradise in the popular Bloor West shopping village. With three floors and filled with endless aisles, BMV Books sells everything but the kitchen sink, including new and used books, DVDs and music. Impulse shoppers beware, nearly every book is 50% off the cover price! After you've finished with your old books and movies, the store will buy them back.

Hours: Mon-Wed 10am-11pm; Thu-Sat 10am-Midnight; Sun 11am-8pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

BLOOR - YORKVILLE. If your idea of a blissful afternoon is browsing through stacks of new fiction, classics, poetry,...

BLOOR - YORKVILLE. If your idea of a blissful afternoon is browsing through stacks of new fiction, classics, poetry, history and hundreds of remaindered hardcovers at bargain prices, put Book City at the top of your list. The family owned local chain opened its first store in 1976, and continues to thrive.

Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30am-11pm; Sun 11am-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card

NORTH TORONTO. Bring your deerstalker and magnifying glass, you just may be inspired to do some sleuthing of your own...

NORTH TORONTO. Bring your deerstalker and magnifying glass, you just may be inspired to do some sleuthing of your own when you step foot into this fantastic shop. The shelves are stocked with new, used and out-of-print hardcovers and paperbacks from the gamut of mystery and thriller writers. And if all your detecting doesn't turn up that out of print gem you've been searching for all over the country, the friendly and knowledgeable staff may be able to find it for you!

Hours: Thu-Sat 10am-6pm; Sun Noon-4pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club