Charis Books and More
Atlanta, GA 30307
Phone: (404) 524-0304
- Hours:
- Mon-Tue 10:30am-6:30pm, Wed-Sat 10:30am-8pm, Sun 12pm-6pm
Editorial Review for Charis Books and More – by Ginger Massey
The Scene
Warm, cheery, welcoming and scholarly all at once, this shop treats customers like old friends. If you need guidance to discover which book will scratch your literary itch, you're in the right place. There's a particularly strong selection of works by feminists, lesbians, and women of color.
The Goods
Gay and lesbian literature, biography, recovery, cooking, women's studies and psychology all fit neatly into the inviting space. The store has a nice children's section, too, with colorful, multicultural-themed books. Charis, pronounced Karis, has CDs, jewelry, T-shirts and other gift items such as calendars, journals and women's erotica. Frequent author readings bring literature to a more personal level, as do the girl's programs and writers groups. Stop by the store for a brochure on upcoming events.
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Insider Tips
ParkingThere's a small free lot next to the store reserved for Charis customers. If it's full, your best bet is street parking.
User Reviews for Charis Books and More
05/17/2006 Posted by tisbury
I loved my visit to Charis. It was such a change to have someone helping me that knows about books. While they do not have the inventory that some bookstores may have, they were able to order what I needed. I will continue to shop there and recommend it to anyone who trully loves books.
Pros: staff, atmosphere, real book people
Cons: parking
01/16/2006 Posted by yampo
"great literature not found at B&N?" What titles are you talking about? Charis is small, the selection is very limited, and it cannot exists in today's book market. If Charis is so valuled, then why is it on the verge of closing down? I have the answer! It is because the "loyal customers" (like yourself) do not shop there anymore. They now shop at Barnes & Noble and other chain stores.
Pros: none
Cons: small location, limited selection
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