A wide variety of new and used books, including fiction, non-fiction, young adult, children's, and queer/nerdy titles, with pre-order options.
Curated selection of artisan loose-leaf teas, jewelry, pins, totes, bookmarks, tarot cards, puzzles, and games from local artists.
Hosts book release parties and other gatherings to foster a welcoming space for readers and creators.
Features self-published and local authors' works, including zines and handmade books, to promote regional talent.
Knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff providing personalized recommendations and assistance in a queer-friendly environment.
Awesome place with awesome prices and everything is in super nice condition. And they have new releases that are gently used! Don’t be thick. Buy your stuff here. Support the owner. B&N where I usually go just lost a customer.
Such a cute bookstore! Large variety of books, teas, jewelry, some games, art, and more! Very queer friendly space. Love it!
this is the coolest bookstore i have been in. best building for atmosphere, but also clean and has all sorts of books both new and old. i found myth ink books by robert aspirin that i will be buying if you dont beat me to it. the store has fun fandom and other nifty things. also if you're queer the flag in the window isnt for show theyre chill and have pins and books and stuff. they helped me pre order a book for next year and are great to talk to. also their hours are actually great if you work and usually find everythings closed when you get off.
Amazing experience! Found out about this wonderful local bookstore through an Onyx Storm release party. The staff was very kind, their selection of books was really good and apart from Onyx Storm, I also found and bought 2 other books that looked amazing. I love how they have a lot of other stuff too like artisan loose leaf tea, pins, blind books, totes, bookmarks! Everything. Will definitely purchase my books from them now!
Omg huge organized selection of new and used books with great prices! They had so many queer and nerdy books I was so excited. They even had zines and handmade books. Self published books, local authors etc! The organization of the books made me so happy. It’s hard to do that in a used book store and even the kids sections were neat and tidy. I found multiple birthday presents for my niece! They also have an amazing selection of tarot cards, trinkets from local artists, and pins. Adorable pins!! Jig saw puzzles and a few games. Wheelchair and disability aid accessibility might be a little difficult if the shop is busy. If you are someone who can quickly feel trapped by small aisles and lots of people there are sections you can get to that are more open. I went to young adult and children’s when I started to feel a bit claustrophobic. The staff is super friendly and genuinely happy to be there. That is a huge green flag for me. Despite its size they do an excellent job of utilizing the space. I highly recommend this place.

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Westside Stories is a beloved independent bookstore and gift shop in Colorado Springs, offering a diverse selection of new and used books, artisan teas, jewelry, games, art, and more. Known for its welcoming, queer-friendly atmosphere and support for local authors, this cozy shop provides a curated experience with fandom items, tarot cards, pins, and puzzles. With a 4.9-star rating from over 1,400 reviews, it's a community hub where readers and gift-seekers alike can discover hidden gems and enjoy friendly, knowledgeable service.
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