Barnes & Noble

Love Barnes and Nobles. Grew up with it and now it’s closing because the lease could not be renewed. Who needs another Target?! Bring Barnes and Nobles back!!!

There’s nothing like browsing a Barnes & Noble and falling in love with flipping through the fresh pages of a brand new book. Running your fingers along the hardcover and being enticed by the several paragraphs you manage to read during your wait in line at checkout as the «new book» scent escapes the pages and fills the air. I seriously love the Barnes & Noble experience and I am SO sad to see them disappearing one by one. I hope this one stays at least until I no longer work in the neighborhood.

I had an unfortunate incident yesterday. I was told TWO different stories about why no one allowed to sit on the floor. it started three months to six months ago, when the first story was people NOT physically handicapped, couldn’t reach for books. yesterday that story changed to a people who ARE psychically handicapped cant reach for books. something to noted is that since I spent some there, I rarely saw people in a wheelchair, so right the bat this was a lie. the lying, was insulting, as I’m that as a person who bought 40 books over the course of 10 years, being treated as if I was naïve, which is not good. the only to do now for me, is to read magazines for free, but never buy anything every again from barnes and noble, any one. these people have to realize if you want happy customers, you don’t disrespect them. it’s getting ghetto in there.

This store is such a wonderful part of Forest Hills, I really don’t hope it leaves at the end of the year for good. Great place to buy last minute gifts, what magazines are still in existence, and books obviously. Also a great place where you could use the bathroom and not pay for anything. But come on teenagers hanging out, if you’re gonna use the bathroom, buy something to help them stay!

This Barnes and Noble is not too different from most of the other B&N in queens and long island. There are two floors. They have a decent selection of sale merchandise, but it might be a bit smaller than other locations. The lines are usually the longest in the afternoon, but the line does move quickly. I guess there is some area to lounge in, but not that much. However, they do have that awful coffee chain next door. The have a nice sized children section, on the upper level.
One huge downside is, the way their customers keep the bathroom. It is disgraceful. There is toilet paper all over. There is piss all over the seats. There is tons of garbage. The sinks are often messed up. I guess there is aloft of street traffic, and that probably adds to the mess, but it’s still gross. I know, I would hate to clean it, if I worked there. It’s a dirty job, but someone has to do it.

I am a huge book person– Love the aspect of actually being able to flip thru pages and hold a book in your hands when you read.
This B&N is a little out of my way but the best one i have found so far– the staff is very insightful and they actually recommend books they have read.
The staff is pleasant. I visit at least every other week.

I fear that perhaps my review of this wonderful neighborhood favorite may be too late as it may close within the year.
Let’s start with the location, which is on Austin Street by some great restaurants and health/​fitness centers. It’s a nice place to take the kids to read, and great for the local college students looking for school/​test prep materials. Whenever I want to order an item online I have it shipped to their location since it’s more convenient for me. The staff is very organized and friendly when I go in. At the store, I use my membership discount on purchases to keep costs reasonable, and really only buy books when they’re not available as free PDF items — a matter of BEING GREEN rather than using print copies of everything.
Next, they have tons of community service events, book chats and events for educators, youth, and other groups in the area without the qualm of the elitist fees involved with hosting an event at other spots in the area.
Finally, I purchased a Nook from them and they helped me set everything up on it, place the screen protector on the device, etc. The clerk explained the warranty policy etc. etc. No problems whatsoever. Another very pleasant shopping experience, as usual.
I see a few complaints about parking… but there’s a lot right next to the entrance, so I’m not sure what that’s about. Perhaps someone needs to order only decaf for a while…
There was one time that they lost an order of mine. (Turns out I’m not the only «Chris S» in Queens. Go figure.) Anyway, they ordered it next day expedited shipping to make up for it. Done.

I hadn’t been to this store for many years until this evening. It’s a decent size because it has two floors, and the overall selection is quite good. The cashier and two of the clerks working on the second floor were pleasant & helpful. Also, the café is attractive-​looking.

I love this Barnes and Nobel! It’s one of the only bookstores around Kew Gardens and there is a Starbucks right next door where you can sit, drink your coffee and read your new book! Seriously though, it’s a huge book store and it obviously sells all genres of books, calendars and journals.

I prefer the Bay Terrace location to this one. There is absolutely no seating here, even the Starbucks has a very limited amount. They used to have a row of chairs in the aisle on the second floor, which they replaced with displays for puzzles and toys– really useful guys! Staff is scarce. There is always a police officer on premises and I have no idea why. It does get really crowded and rather loud, which no one seems to care about and makes it hard to browse.

This Barnes and nobles I like. I usually find what I’m looking for. Their staff is knowledge and helpful. My little one loves to go with to pick out books to read or for school projects or reports.

Located in busy Forest Hills on Austin street surrounded by many retail stores, gyms and restaurants. This Barnes and nobles has two floors with a Starbucks attached.
Who wouldn’t want a cup of joe while shopping for the new novel you want to dig your head into.
Parking is hard in this neighborhood so you either pay for parking in the lot next door or use public transportation and your feet to get here.
Reasonable amount of staff on both levels depending on what time you come and day of the week. Never had a problem with staff when I needed help to look for what I needed. Very clean and organized.

Unilocal elites are idiots. Your not that important.
Good place. Find your own shit.
Stop crying about finding parking. It’s Austin street.
Friendly people when you track one down.

I really wanted to like this Barnes and Nobles, being that it was the closest home to me.
Let’s start off with the location–
We all know Forest Hills is a parking nightmare. Infested with multiple story apartment buildings, there’s hardly an available parking spot throughout the day; but to make matters worse, B&N is sitting right on Austin Street. Congestion is an understatement.
Now that you’ve found a parking spot, you go inside–
There’s not ONE EMPLOYEE AVAILABLE, OR IN SIGHT!
The staff behind the counter claims they can’t help you look for anything and you need to «see a floor associate»… Well if I «saw» any floor associates, I wouldn’t be asking for your help in the first place– would I?!
It seems that the only time a «floor associate» pops up, is when you attempt to use their computers yourself to look for your own book. Then they appear out of thin air to tell you the computers are for staff use only… Ok then, find my damn book for me!
Referring to a few days ago, a female associate looked up and English author for me. I had bought a couple of her books while out in Denver on vacation and became obsessed with her. I knew her books were hard to find and figured, B&N would carry it.
The associate said I was in luck and they had a few of her books and pointed me in the right direction… Well my friend and I searched that place for nearly an hour and came up with nothing! Also, during the time– the associate seemed to vanish back into the thin air she came from! There’s was NO ONE to help us.
Frustrated, I went downstairs and carried on with the staff behind the counter and demanded that they got their butts out and found that book for me!
Lo and behold– they didn’t even carry the book in the first damn place!!!
Never again– never again!
Such a waste of my time and my blood pressure raised unnecessarily.
They are in an awkward spot, they are understaffed, there is no seating for reading and they are WICKED EXPENSIVE!
I’ll stick with ordering my books online from
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Ughhhh.

The minor book worm inside of me has grown over the past 5 years and materialized into a book snake. (Is there a scientific term for a large worm?)
Barnes & Noble stores provided me with a place to sit within the stacks and peruse books with a cup of Starbucks coffee at my side and no employee ever made mention of my four hour sessions. Side note: I wasn’t the only hourly carpet dweller, there were the usual suspects I’d see upon picking my spot, typically residing below the computer programming books, nobody ever asked me to move under that genre, who remained after I left.
I felt obligated to buy books, considering I was almost a resident, but book prices always seem high to me. Twenty dollars is a lot when there is the power of the internet and the book deals one can easily point and click on, where many books cost a third of the store bought price. Why not offer a buy back program or dedicate a section to second hand reads?
I guess that’s why I have curtailed my reading excursions. Once I find a book I want, I flip the book over only to become disappointed at the sticker price. This cuts out the luxary of picking out a book on a whim, one that caught your vague interest and also hinders the ability to make multiple purchases.

I feel like I can take a breath of fresh air when I come in here. The smell of books holds some sort of spell over me. I love walking through the isles and seeing what new books the shelves hold. I can find these books so much cheaper online or at a used book store but there is something about Barnes and Nobles that turns a good mood into a better one. One thing I cannot manage to do is leave without at least one tome. Any Barnes and Nobles has a great atmosphere to study and to just feel like you’re at home if you’re a bookworm. (I also love their umbrellas)
What I like about this Barnes and Nobles in particular is that it has a real Starbucks unlike many others who just sell Starbucks coffee. Also, that it’s closer to home and is a very big location with two floors in which I can usually find most books I am looking for. If not, everyone who works there is really helpful in placing an order or helping to find what one is looking for.
Visit this location, you won’t be disappointed. I plan on coming here every time I just have a need to take a fresh breath of book-​filled air.

I absolutely love books! I feel that I am a true bookworm. I go through them before I could even try to unintentionally crease a page. I love the feel of a book in my hand.
The store is pretty much my dream, every time I go into any Barnes and Noble, especially this one. I see the second floor and wish it was my own library at home.
The place is clean and smells of new paper. I love that they have an option to order you a book if you so desire a specific title and they do not have it. The staff is so friendly here, and I just adore their Children’s section. They have plush carpeting, fun chairs and lots of toys and big books to read and spend time with your child in a different setting to give them a change of scenery.
This place I feel is truly a delight!

*Strongly dislike the overly congested forrest hills.
That being said, this was my go-​to spot which cultivated my hunger for knowledge back in the late 1990’s. I literally bought every html/​webdesign & photoshop book in the Graphics section, then moved on to strictly 3D. The funny thing is, I would have to order the book through a bookseller anyway because their in-​store inventory were often damage and/​or missing their CD’s (stolen).
There are 2 floors, the first floor has an aroma of coffee grounds via starbucks next door. The 2^nd floor has lots of self-​help, cooking, study guides, hobby, non-​fiction, biography, religious etc. books. There is also a nice children section to induce the tots to learn and have FUN!
People:
Most of the visitors are fairly normal, but you may encounter the strange and unusual while wondering the isles. Many come here, read the books, eat, leave the books on the floor and depart. They also rip pages out of books, take pictures of passages, fall asleep at the seating area, forget to take a shower, talk on their cell phones and disturb everyone etc.
Staff:
College students/​retirees/​downsized individuals from other jobs.
Parking:
Worst parking, simple-​minded attendants. Likely your car will be damaged. Pricy.
Verdict:
These days, I never buy from B&N due to price and number of people who have «touched» the books. If I do visit, it’s to hold a cup of coffee and a tangible copy of a book I’m interested in purchasing per heavy examination of it’s contents… then wash my hands and buy cheaper from

Cons not a lot of places to sit and read if you really want the book before purchasing.
Pros endless amounts of books, two floors, Starbucks attached with wifi next door. Neither good nor bad.

It’s a fairly small Barnes and Nobles but they are well-​organized and as homey/​welcoming as any other B&N. They also have a Starbucks café attached (though aggravatingly enough, they consider themselves completely separate from the B&N and will not honor your membership discount). There aren’t many seating areas in this B&N and the staff will constantly ask you to move if you try to sit anywhere near frequented shelves or in the aisles, which makes camping out very hard at this location. I only go to this B&N because it’s convenient and nearby. If I had a choice, this would not be my go-​to location.
Book selection: ⁴⁄₅ — due to the size of this location, they aren’t as well-​stocked as other B&Ns; nonetheless, they are always able to order a copy of almost any book you have in mind from the warehouse or from another B&N
Atmosphere: ³⁄₅ — decent and well-​organized, though this is a fairly small B&N
Prices: ²⁄₅ — with maybe the exception of their journals and stationery and toys and other knick knacks, B&N is never the place to buy things unless you’re willing to pay unnecessarily exorbitant amounts for something that may be half-​price elsewhere
Service: ³⁄₅ — good
Overall ³⁄₅ — good