The Book Cellar

In previous years, I've avoided The Book Cellar as it was dark and unorganized. I'm happy to say there have been great improvements! There's two ladies working now that are doing a great job making the environment cleaner, more organized, and safer to walk around. Happy to see security cameras, seating area, and lights installed. Light up sign outside now tells customers when the store is open so you don't have to walk down the stairs to check. Loved the Stephen King bookcase! So creative and welcoming. Will definitely come again. The ladies are so nice, and open to chatting about concerns or recommendations!

Super cute bookstore with loads of books and collectables from all genres! The owner is very sweet and will guide you to anything and everything you could want. Whether driving through Temple or there to stay, The Book Cellar is a great place to spend time!

There are so many books to choose from! The owner was very nice and helped us with what we were looking for! There's also a wonderful little store kitty that loved to be picked up!

So many awesome books! I love this bookstore. The owner is very knowledgeable & helpful. Will definitely be going back - often.

Awesome place, it's filled with tons of antique books I haven't seen since I was a kid. The lady that runs the shop is really sweet.

Lovely little book store full of treasures. Thomas the Tank Engine is amazingly sweet and followed me all over the store wanting to be petted.

Really nice people own this place. There are a TON of books to choose from. They have anything and everything from comic books, bibles, dvds, and trading cards, to autographed pictures of celebrities. They even gave lollipops to the kids. They're really knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. If you're a book lover, you should really check this place out!

This is a great little used book store. They also carry some memorabilia, and there is a large room full of comic books. You can trade in used books and get one free for every three. It would be easy to spend hours perusing their shelves. Will definitely come by again!

The refurbishment is going great! The Book Cellar stays open late during the city of Temple's "First Friday" -where parts of downtown become walkable streets with live music, food trucks and beer stands. This store is awesome, with great science fiction and history/world sections. Old books and new titles. Buy a gently used copy for way better prices than you'll find at Barnes and Noble. Figurines and certified signature collectibles, sports and nerd stuff. One of my Top Summer Beat the Heat locations for sure.

I just now got to visit this place and I instantly fell in love with the store, the people and everything in it. SO MANY BOOKS! I was in awe with how many old books were there and not just books but really epic memorabilia too! I ended up getting a bunch of TTRPG miniatures and a signed photo. I really hope this place stays open.

Do you love the smell of old books? Do you enjoy lounging around the house reading a classic book from your childhood? Do you enjoy playing some D&D with your buddies? Then this is the place for you? I've been going here since i was a child. This place has everything from CDs & DVDs from comic books to car repair manuals. From TTRPG books to minis. Collectors might find something they need to add to their collection. Art. Toys. Signed photos. I've even seen a local author do a book signing once. Walk down into a mythical and magical place called The Book Cellar.

Really cool place, didn't have a bunch of time to go through all the comics but I definitely will be back soon!!

I dropped by The Book Cellar recently for the first time. This shop is located in an actual cellar in downtown Temple. The shop's vibe and underground location reminds me of places I have visited in New York City and Chicago. There was a wide variety of books, vinyl, comics and memorabilia. The employee was very friendly and offered help. I'll surely be back again soon.

Very helpful staff! And Thomas the cat is also very welcoming!

Love this place it's been a long time since I've been back but the memories I have of going there are really special to me. My grandparents used to bring me starting about 35 years ago. This place is what helped to foster my love of reading. My grandparents are no longer here but this place reminds me of them and one of my favorite things in life a great book. Will most definitely be visiting very soon I'm so excited to step back in time and visit the store again. I know I'll be sad to walk through those doors again without them but excited to bring my daughter who also loves to read now!!

Looking for something to do in Temple Texas? If you are a reader I would consider The Book Cellar a "Must See!" Located in the actual basement it would be easy to miss, but don't let that happen to you. This is the very definition of a hidden gem. You will be greeted by the comforting smell of used books that permeates the air upon entering. Whether you are looking for comics, paperbacks or collectable treasures including signed first editions this is the place. The prices are very reasonable and the owner is a nice guy. Don't miss The Book Cellar if you are ever in Temple Texas! 10/10

Under new management and ownership, staff is working hard to organize the books and other items.The staff is very friendly and helpful, and I found several titles to purchase. Highly recommended.

5 stars alone for the one, the only Thomas the Tank Engine.

My only place for rare and new books. They can find what you're looking for..

Friendly owner and cat. Awesome store with plenty of inventory