Not many bookstores are left and with Amazon's Kindle and for the company I write for reviews everything is going online. Don't get me wrong and I do understand progress and where we are heading, nothing beats a book the smell of it something that is there in print something that it's not a motion to turn pages or if you happen to run out of power it doesn't work. But everything changes and the biggest culprits for the demise of bookstores can be found in Canberra and the worst was one of our PM who's very close relative wanted to be a writer. Get rid of taxes and there will be always a hard copy. Having been there to see if there was something to grab my attention which there was I found this bookstore to be staffed with very helpful and very knowledgeable about what they trade. The store is open floorplan and well stocked of whatever category your after I walked away with 2 books on Australian and world wide street art. There was a few more books about Melbourne in pictures and Melbourne before and after the turn of the century in pictures. But price did dictated what I bought. If you are in Acland st St Kilda go and buy something that will make the trip home in the train more bearable. And if you love reading don't forget to remind the people who can change things what you think

I found the staff to be lazy and unhelpful. Whilst I live in St Kilda near this bookshop, I entered looking for a particular book asking if it was available. The staff representative completed a cursory update looking for the book explaining he had never heard of it - it is Golendeye, a biography of Ian Fleming not exactly completely unknown territory for anyone. Very disappointed with the attitude, especially when the person suggested I go on the internet to search for the book. What's the reason that Readings exist if staff are providing this sort of advice to the public? I did indeed find the book on the internet, sadly won't be visiting Readings again.

GREAT BOOKSTORE WITH A WIDE RANGE OF TITLES AND EVEN HAS VINYL MUSIC! I have been a regular customer of Readings in Carlton and happened to be at Readings St Kilda for the launch of a book - Ironbark - by bright new author Jay Carmichael. The store is just as welcoming as the Carlton store with helpful staff, well displayed stock and some quite eclectic collections. There is even a vinyl music section for those with a technology nostalgia :) For people with mobility issues, the store has a flat floor with no steps and plenty of room to negotiate a wheelchair.

This review is for the Aclan St location, which is almost certainly the best bookstore in the St Kilda/St Kilda East area. They carry a pretty good selection of my kind of fiction; however, on recent visits, they haven't had several of the titles I was after. Even so, this is my definitely go-to place in the area and I recommend them very highly. Staff are knowledgeable and helpful, and they are more than willing to order anything that they dont have in stock.

This place is just amazing. There’s a variety of books here you won’t find anywhere else. And unlike a lot of these niche bookstores, the books (and records and CDs) are actually reasonably priced. They have a bargain table which, true to its name, offers a variety of books on different subjects for cheap. A must visit if you’re a bibliophile in Melbourne.

This is an amazing book shop and the customer service at this place is impeccable. I was looking for a book and although the book wasn't in stock, the staff helped me find a place that did as well as having a good look for it in store. This book shop deserves more stars, it's a great store.

Like words? Love books? Wish you could live in a book shop? Well, you can't. Where would you sleep? The Accounting and Finance section? Don't worry though, Readings St Kilda is one of the best places to hunt books. Especially because of some stellar staff recommendations.

Awesome bookshop with an extensive section for children. The shop is laid out well and a pleasant atmosphere. Staff are friendly and very knowledgeable and great to chat to. The shop is children friendly as well and enough space for prams to navigate through.

Like with the Readings in Hawthorn, I could easily spend too much time and too much money in this store. There is a wide range on offer, with helpful and friendly staff available. Very recommended if you love to find the latest thing or a little-known story.

Readings is great a Melbourne institution. They have it all new Book Releases, Music, Games. A Great place to pick up a gift or treat yourself. I love it just wish l had more money as every time l go there l just see so many things l want to buy!

Interesting place to browse but a lot of space is taken up by oversized coffee table books. I would give it three stars except that the staff completely ignored me as I said hello and made my purchase, to the point where they did not even

Thanks to the helpful staff we found things for all members of our family - business books, tween books, and tarot cards!. For Dr Joe Dispenza’s fans, they had five copies of Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself on the day that I visited

Excellent bookstore with all the latest novels and anything literature. They also have very helpful staff who know what they stock and are willing to go the extra mile. Great place to browse. They have a lovely atmosphere as well.

Nice bookstore on Acland st. Not as welcoming or well stocked as the Carlton store but it's worth your time if you're shopping on Acland st. There seems to be more of an emphasis on children's books and toys in this store too.

Very complete book store, with titles that I haven't seen in other places, specially the selection of vegetarian/vegan cookbooks. I went to the launch of the book Milkwood (skills for growing your own food), very interesting.

Not as awesome as the Carlton one, but still a nice selection and cosy atmosphere. Sometimes the music makes it hard to concentrate on the books though. Overall. It's great that there is a bookstore in St kilda!

Readings St.Kilda is great for 'what's being read now' in store, yet with connections to the other Melbourne shops the friendly staff are more than happy to acquire what you may be looking for.

Awesome book shop along Ackland St! Obviously books of all genres, with a focus on cooking and a large section for children's books. There's also a section devoted to film/TV and Music!

Always an excellent place to browse. The range of books is exceptional. The only thing that reduces this review from 5 stars to 4 is that the staff aren't always the most welcoming.

A great book shop and more. Plenty of books of all sorts, fiction, nonfiction, autobiographical, musical and many many more Also a good selection of presents to choose from.

This is an oasis of books away from the busy and crowded street. So good to find a real bookshop. Such a pleasure! Please keep it going as good bookshops are now rare.

As the chain bookstores trying to make big profits died, some special places survived. Wonderful book emporium in St Kilda. Plan the spend hours if not days in here.

A great book shop with lots of culture lots of selections and music including records. For me this is a must see for st Kilda and harnesses the vibe of st Kilda.

this is a great bookstore and the staff here are always very helpful...ive found and bought many great books, cds and dvds here....excellent chain of stores...

A tranquil bookshop, with friendly and knowledgeable staff. I often spend an hour browsing the latest bestsellers and never feel I have overstayed my welcome.

A Great little book store. I would have loved to see a little more variety, but otherwise I think the pricing is fair and the staff seem pretty approachable.

Great book store with a wide variety of books, as well as some of the more niche ones that you won't find anywhere else. Also have a nice selection of vinyl

Massive. Absolutely massive. Doesn't look nearly as big as it is from the outside. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the range of books is massive.

Great selection of books of all topics and genres. Only book shop on Acland. Good cheap buys every now and then. Happy they are local.

Excellent local bookstore, you can sit and read or browse without being bothered. Great bargains table. Cool music.Worth supporting.

Although they didn't have the book I wanted they explained that it was not available in Australia and offered to order it in for me.

An amazing independent bookshop, if you like books and in need of some reading whilst on the st Kilda beaches definitely head here

Genuine, competant and friendly staff ready to help. Wide range of books and other related products with quick ordering services.

Solid range of books, digital media and stationary. Friendly staff. Up with the trends. One of the few in St Kilda. Recommend.

Very nice bookstore with some other trinkets and vinyls inside. Wide selection of various genres both local and international

Great bookshop + range, friendly staff and (for a gold coin donation to charity) they offer gift wrapping. Support this team!

The selection at this store pales in comparison to that of the Carlton store, but you can expect the same friendly service.

Huge range, easy to browse through all the books, very good customer service. Very comfortable book shopping experience.

The staff here are always really nice and friendly. Went yesterday for a return and they above and beyond to help us.

Great selection of books and music, and just a lovely welcoming vibe. It's really peaceful, staff are great as well.

Great variety of books, friendly people and smart mini-reviews from stuff with recommendations on what to read.

I love going to Readings in Acland St. A great selection of books and a great atmosphere in which to browse.

Every time I visit St Kinda I go to Readings. Best book shop ever. It is delightful to browse in this shop

One of the most interesting attractions of St Kilda and if you are a book lover, treat yourself here!

Great place and staff very kind and very helpful. Love it. Carus Alambra …

Great selection and the Mirka Mora bollard is worth a look regardless of whether you need a book.

A classic for good reason - excellent selection of books and the staff are friendly and knowledge

Great bookshop atmosphere. Very interesting selection on display. Love these coffee table books.

Nice bookstore. Not the biggest selection of books in Melbourne, but they had some hidden gems.

Superb book and record shop, with a great selection and knowledgeable and super friendly staff.

Greatest little bookstore. Huge range and set out so well. Easily lose the day browsing around!

Wonderful bookshop to be treasured, which also has unique cards and gifts. Easy to get lost in.

Overpriced as you'd expect a book store in St kilda to be, but a really well presented store.

Really knowledgeable staff. Open late. Nice place to sit and read a few pages before buying

Excellent little book store. Nice variety of titles and cosy yet easy to move around on.

Sales stuff would rather close exactly on time than make a sale. Bad customer services.

Great little shop to pick a book a read a bit of it. Nice and quiet. Also, book clubs!

Great bookstore. I find myself here whenever I have time to kill (and am in the area)

Great range of choices for adults and children and staff are very helpful and polite

Great staff, always very helpful and thoughtful. Broad selection with a great layout

Friendly staff who can order books in for you. A lovely atmosphere and great range

One of my favourite spots. Great books, staff are knowledgeable and happy to help.

Best place to find a present. Friendly staff. I would love to see more art books!

Great bookstore & if it's not on the shelf they'll order it in. Staff are lovely

Great place to get books, CDs & Records a big range of stock with helpful staff

Lobe the selection of books & can set there for hours talking whilst on a date

Very good selection of books. Staff was very helpful. Nice discounts as well.

You could spend hours in this shop. Get selection of books about Melbourne.

Beautiful book store! Also has extended trading hours! Will be back soon:)

Friendly staff and good music on the background, favorite place in stkilda

Little cosy bookstore where I can indulge in me-time surrounded by books.

A real life book shop. And one of the best. Been there a very long time!

Great sevice. They let me get a last min purchase as they were closing.

Always great to deal with and no request is ever a bother for the staff

Great store. Mental note to buy some stuff before the end of the trip!

Absolutely wonderful. 10/10 for ambience. Contents and display aswell

Readings is pretty much the only interesting place in Acland st mall.

Such a beautiful store with good vibes and great books for all ages.

Pretty happy with the shop, it had a wide selection and good set up.

I love this book shop, so much to look at and the staff are lovely.

A trustworthy classic Melbourne bookstore . Lots of local content.

Great selection of books and gifts. Friendly, helpful staff too.

Staff were helpful and quickly found the book I was looking for.

Very affordable cost of movie tickets.. what else do you want ??

Great range, but still a cozy place to browse. Friendly staff.

Beautiful layout of enticing books. A calm inviting atmosphere

Great bookstore with a good range of books and friendly staff

Great bookstore. Has kids reading times, great book selection

Wow, amazing shop with a great selection for a serious reader

Could spend hours here. Fun book club and interesting events.

Great selection of books - nonfiction, fiction and reference

Great bookstore with good staff selections and a great vibe

A good book shop but the readings in Carlton is much better

excellent range of books great environment helpful staff

Amazing store, beautiful stock and pleasant employees

A truly magnificent range of classic and niche tones.

A lovely bookstore which is definitely worth a visit

Awesome bookstore. One of my favorites in Melbourne

Great range of books, always worth a look. …

Great shop, lots of books and music, great staff.