Seattle Mystery Bookshop
Seattle Mystery Bookshop
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
About
For Mystery Lovers Who Know What They Want, And For Those Who Haven't A Clue. -- We Carry Whodunits, Detectives, Suspense, Thrillers, Spies and True Crime. As Well As New, Used, Signed, Rare and Collectible First Edition Mysteries.
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Neighborhood: Pioneer Square
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- Pioneer Square • 3 min walk
- University St • 7 min walk
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TravelinSuz
Chandler, AZ943 contributions
Sep 2017 • Solo
I love books and mysteries so this was up my alley. There’s a coffee and great independent bookstore to hangout. If you’re in the mood for coffee or books, come here.
Written August 19, 2018
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laurie c
Eugene, OR346 contributions
Jun 2017 • Solo
I visit here every trip to Seattle and it never disappoints. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. It appeared they do a lot of business on line, so if you're looking for something unique, don't forget about this place.
Written June 20, 2017
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Ed S
Oliver, Canada658 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
We are mystery fans and stop here on every visit to Seattle. Great selection of titles, especially local authors. Very knowledgeable staff. Well worth a visit.
Written June 16, 2017
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United_Chick
Los Angeles, California180 contributions
Aug 2016
We happened to be walking towards the underground walking tour in downtown and came across this book shop. The selection of crime fiction and mysteries is unbelievable! Literally anything you could want. The owners were there, and they were so knowledgeable and friendly. They helped my sister find some books she'd been looking for and answered all of her questions. They had some very good deals as well. The best part of the shop was how well curated everything was. The displays were cohesive. The staff recommendations were great. Three of us bought quite a few books as well as a souvenir mug. If you like books, stop by and support this local bookshop. It's excellent!
Written October 14, 2016
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Ed S
Oliver, Canada658 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
We are mystery buffs and this is one great bookstore. We always make a point of stopping here when we are in Seattle. They have a huge selection of mystery books and an excellent selection of local authors. The staff are helpful, VERY knowledgeable and friendly.
Great place to buy, browse or just kill time.
Great place to buy, browse or just kill time.
Written October 7, 2016
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Nicole L
Surrey, Canada28 contributions
Sep 2016
We love the selection and the staff are so helpful and well informed about all their books. Their enthusiasm is catching!
Written September 12, 2016
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Agnes H
Springfield, VA55 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
This bookstore was half-way up a Seattle hill and we stopped in to get a rest and see what selections they had. They specialize in mysteries. But they had other books, too, as well as a section of sale books. I checked and they had my favorite mystery authors. Had a delightful conversation with the sole sales clerk about local mystery authors. And, based on her recommedation bought a book by one of them to try out. Delightful half hour.
Written July 29, 2016
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path51
Asheville, NC264 contributions
Feb 2016 • Solo
Seattle Mystery Bookshop was a place I always visited when in Pioneer Square. The employees are extremely well-read and very knowledgable regarding mystery, science fiction and thrillers. While they have downsized somewhat, the shop is still full of weed-loved books. I miss this place as I could always find a book I wanted whether I knew it or not! But I visit whenever I return to Seattle.
Written February 28, 2016
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amj-tiger
Sweetwater, TN9 contributions
Sep 2015
This shop is a must for passionate mystery lovers, such as myself. Set below street level in quaint quarters, it caters to the true mystery buff carrying every genre from crime classics to hard boiled detective, to light cozies, and so much more. The personnel are well versed in their inventory and will happily talk with you about their favorite mystery authors and books. As I was traveling and didn't want to tote 5 books home on the plane, they gladly offered to mail them to me.I could easily have spent several hours there if time had allowed!
Written October 5, 2015
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restats
Portland, OR123 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
They know their mystery writers well. We have been going there for more than 20 years and they are most helpful and informative. We would not go back otherwise. We buy books every time we are in town. We want them to survive. They also have a newsletter which is first rate. Check them out.
Written June 29, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions about Seattle Mystery Bookshop
- Seattle Mystery Bookshop is open:
- Sun - Sun 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Mon - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Hotels near Seattle Mystery Bookshop:
- (0.04 mi) Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Pioneer Square
- (0.11 mi) Arctic Club Hotel
- (0.11 mi) Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- (0.12 mi) CitizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
- (0.21 mi) Hotel 1000, LXR Hotels & Resorts
- Restaurants near Seattle Mystery Bookshop:
- (0.02 mi) Starbucks
- (0.02 mi) Cocoa Banana
- (0.03 mi) Doc Maynard's Public House
- (0.03 mi) Luigi's Little Italy
- (0.03 mi) Cherry Street Coffee House