Uncharted Books

Every neighborhood needs a good used bookstore, and Uncharted is ours. There’s always an interesting selection of books at pretty reasonable prices, and a nice little new section as well — they’ve got a whole section of Dalkey Archive titles that could keep me busy for months. The staff is incredibly friendly and they genuinely care about building a presence in the neighborhood. It’s a nice space, they’re alway throwing events and readings, and Ramona is a beautiful store dog! What more could you ask for? (The answer is naught. You could ask for naught more.)

The atmosphere and owner (and dog:) are so welcoming. I walked in for a quick peek and stayed over an hour. Its so evident how much dedication and love went into this place, both with the design and book selection.

Uncharted is the perfect place for a collector like myself to get lost for a couple of hours. It’s a small store but there are a lot of hidden gems – particularly in the classics and stage play genres. I generally find the prices to be fair and the cashier is always helpful and friendly. Definitely a great place to check if you’re looking for a classic or just your next read.

One of the best Used Bookshops in the US! A nice welcome from the shopkeeper, Tanner, who pleasantly answered my questions — Treasure Island is his favorite book! — it was a pleasure to wander in here today. I travel cross country and especially love exploring used bookshops coast to coast. Uncharted is charming, friendly, and has a great selection of books to choose from (I was only planning to buy one, but two treasures ended up going away with me). THANKS!

I went in to Uncharted Books today hoping to find some well-​priced used books. Instead, I received a lukewarm reception into their dimly-​lit store, and then while I tried to look for books I had to overhear a loud conversation between employees about where they buy their groceries. It was so loud that I couldn’t even think. I left and went to City Lit (perhaps called that because they actually own a few lightbulbs) and had a much better experience.

How can you not love that fluffy dog and the nice-​guy owner/​cashier? With City Lit for new and this store for used, Logan Square has become book heaven. Unless you’re looking for a classic, Uncharted isn’t a good place to find a specific book — but they keep their standards high, so you’re guaranteed to find something cool. Relatively large poetry, philosophy and foreign language sections. They’ve started adding some indie comics which I appreciate. I wish I was smart/​cool enough to attend the regular readings they have.

Found some great classic literature in this place. Also, I was lucky to stumble upon an evening of poetry reading by several talented local poets.

BIBLIOPHAGIST is the perfect term to describe moi! I love, love, love books this place only only ignited my flames of passion. Uncharted Books should also be known as Uncharted Territory of Awesomeness. Look around places likes this are far, few and in between. As soon as you walk in the melodies of life happen to be playing in the background and simultaneously putting your soul at ease.
The place is decorated in pure vintage form. You will find an array of used books that range from classic literature to non-​fiction. Score! The atmosphere encourages you to relax, take a seat, and explore your creative juices. This lovely gem of a book store also can host private parties if needed. Also, you can sell your books here as long as you comply with the store’s requirements.
Oh how can I forget to mention the prices were also very reasonable… This place has stolen my Book Worm’s little heart!

I came looking for manga. I found some manga, but it didn’t have a giant selection. They had a good sized section of manga and graphic novels for such a small store. Part of the reason I love it is because it is so close to my house. It is good to sell books I would imagine, but I haven’t sold anything there yet. The best thing there is Ramona, their dog. She is so friendly. It is worth going there just to meet the dog. Oh yah their prices are pretty good too.

Aka THAT bookstore by the Logan Theater, I too often forget the name of (lol). In fact, I just looked up Google Street View, which once again refreshed my memory on its name.
Anyway selection isn’t the greatest, but it’s a friendly enough store, and I feel they mark up their prices a little less than Myopic, though it seemed it wasn’t quite as cheap as Armadillow’s Pillow in Rogers Park. Another nice thing is that I’ve sometimes unexpectedly seen them open past their usual 9 to 10pm (depending on night) closing time, for I believe occasional evening store events.
Plus, the store dog is very friendly, which I love. It’s interesting there’s one bookstore in town that doesn’t have a store cat, which seem to be more common at bookstores for whatever reason. Unfortunately it seems I never make it here except for before or after seeing a movie at the Logan, but I’m glad it’s there for those infrequent times.

BUYERS BEWARE!
I was early to meet a friend for a movie at the Logan so I thought I would browse the book store.
I found a book I was interested in thumb through it quickly as I saw my friend arrive bought it only to get home and see that the entire first chapter was underlined and highlighted!
Well that wouldn’t have been so awful if it weren’t for the fact that the store was selling this very used book for $ 2 off the price of a new one! What a rippoff!
Not the pricing I am used to at used book stores. I will not patron this place again.

This is my favorite bookstore. I’m generally not good at choosing book, but everyone here sure is. I’ve gotten tons of great recommendations for stuff that’s exactly what I want here.
Additionally, this is pretty much the best neighborhood business you could ask for. There are frequent readings in the store, sometimes they host board games, and in general this is the friendliest place to walk in to. Support local business and find an awesome book or two in the process? A win-​win in my book.

A book store clearly owned by a spoiled child who just wants to play store owner. What’s that? $ 8.50 for a beat up copy of book with a $ 10 cover price? Pretty typical at this place.

I don’t go to Uncharted when I want a specific book (they don’t have the selection of larger stores) instead I go there to browse and find a gem or a deal (they have scores of used books where you could find an out of print undiscovered treasure or a really cheap used copy of an intriguing book that is worth taking a low-​stakes risk on.
Their often times disorganized stacks of newly purchased used books lie everywhere which add to the experience of being a book hunter exploring and looking for lost gold. Its nice to support a local friendly store. And I always come away with something unexpected to feed my reading needs…

I can’t really give a detail review about this store but I just wanted to say that the gentlemen inside the store was so helpful when were given the stores address for another event we were going to that evening. They even had a beautiful and friendly dog which I believe some people have taken pictures of and posted.
They have an event every first Thursday of the month!)
2620 N Milwaukee Ave — steps away from the Logan Square Blue Line stop
7−9pm, FREE BYOB, FREE BEER FROM POWELL BREW HOUSE!!!
I love their disclaimer on Facebook: «this is not a 21+ event because it’s a bookstore, but don’t bring children or be a child because everyone will hate you»
I swear if I wasn’t babysitting tonight I would be right there… lol
I have to wait until next month but I look forward to being apart of this event! I will let you all know how the event goes when I get a chance to go.
Enjoy!

A nice, well-​organized space — much cleaner than most used book stores. The woman working there the day I went in was very friendly, and didn’t mind me just hanging around a while to stay out of the cold while I waited for my bus. Most importantly, they had a good variety of books at reasonably prices. Can’t ask for better than that.

Awesome used book store. Just a heads up: they recently moved two store fronts down and I don’t think they’ve updated the address on here to show that. It’s basically the same location, just two store fronts down like I said.
Great ambiance, the perfect kind for a book store. Great selection of books and a staff that is knowledgeable about literature, some even show some genuine passion and even more important they’re knowledgeable about what their current selection is. I’ve found this often to be an issue in used book stores but here it is definitely not!
A little bit more pricey that usual used books stores but all the books are in good quality condition.

I get my Shakespeare jokes, my excited dog tussling time and my used book rummaging fix all in one place.
Uncharted you may be, but a regular call of port you’ve become.
R.I.P scifi section. May you build up again soon.

Fair prices, a friendly owner and a well curated selection of fiction, biographies/​memoirs, Chicago and world history, poetry and gender studies.
Most of the books are gently used and the prices reflect that — don’t come in here looking to spend a dollar per book and you’ll be golden.

Sign on the door: «I assure you we’re open.» Uncharted Books should get an automatic five stars just for a Clerks reference right out of the gate.
I love bookstores, specifically used bookstores. I love the randomness. I especially love the smell: faintly musty, but not in an unpleasant way.
As soon as you walk in, you’re sure to be greeted by Ramona, the store’s resident dog. The friendly owner, Tanner, will also immediately thank you for coming him. And there’s deep sincerity in his voice.
Uncharted Books sells only used books, but many of them are «like new.» Prices vary, but overall are very fair. Plus you’re supporting a local, independent chain, something we could all stand do a little more.
The variety of books runs the gamut, but UB specializes in contemporary, literary fiction. I bet you’ll find an unexpected treasure. It’s pretty hard not to.
Don’t miss the basement – many other goodies abound: art and music books, science fiction and other quirky reads, and interesting artifacts like mummies and statues.
Uncharted Books hosts free events and is conveniently located near the Logan stop on the Blue Line. If you’re a bibliophile (or even if you’re not), be sure and check out this literary haven.