The 10 Best Bookstores in Arizona — 2026

We compared all 261 bookstores in Arizona on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated November 2026.

#1 · Collectors Choice ComicsTempe Comics

Tue 11am–4pm, Wed–Thu 12pm–7pm, Fri–Sat 11am–7pm, Sun 11am–5pm

(480) 471-8299 Website View listing

#2 · Barnes & NoblePhoenix Children's

Mon-Sun 10am-7pm

(602) 678-0088 Website View listing

#3 · Barnes & NobleYuma

Mon-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 11am-7pm

(928) 317-1466 Website View listing

#4 · Drawn To ComicsGlendale ComicsManga

Tuesday 11am - 6pm, Wednesday 10am - 7pm, Thursday 1pm - 6pm

(623) 847-9090 Website View listing

#5 · Goodruby Christian BookstoreCasa Grande Christian

Monday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 9am-3pm

(520) 426-7999 Website View listing

#6 · Half Price BooksPhoenix Used

Mon-Sun 10am-8pm

(602) 482-4100 Website View listing

#7 · MVMNT Christian StoresGilbert Christian

Mon–Sat 10am–8pm, Sun 11am–6pm

(480) 597-6306 Website View listing

#8 · Showtime CardsTucson Comics

Mon–Thu 11am-6pm, Fri 11am-10pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 12pm-4pm

(520) 296-5512 Website View listing

#9 · Surprise ComicsSurprise Comics

Monday - Friday 10am - 8pm, Saturday - Sunday 10am - 5pm

(623) 213-7521 Website View listing

#10 · Grassrootz Bookstore & Juice BarPhoenix

Mon–Sun 9am–5pm

(480) 442-0293 Website View listing

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How we rank: every listing earns points for listed services (used, comics, christian, children's, manga, metaphysical), posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.