Landmark Booksellers | Franklin, Tennessee — Local services in Franklin

What a pleasant place to spend 30 minutes or a few hours in. The store goes pretty far back and is separated into different rooms giving it a personal and comfortable feel. It has character just like the books. They also carry old newspapers and maps. Even some old photographs. I found a small room in the back that was a bit out of sorts, but I enjoyed that room the most. I found some interesting books back there on just about everything. Although I was not able to buy anything this visit (I was traveling from out of state of didn’t have the luggage space) I hope to get something next time! I believe I met the owner as well. Or at least I met a very kind older gentleman who seemed like he was in charge. I would have loved to talk with him more, but I was already walking out to door and headed to...

I went to Landmark Booksellers yesterday during the Charles Dickens weekend in Franklin. As a local, I was excited to go to this bookstore for the first time as I love to support small businesses and shop locally. Unfortunately my experience shopping here was not great. The store was very cute and well organized but the staff ruined the experience for me. We were not greeted at all as we entered or even acknowledged as we shopped. The blonde lady running the register should also take note of customer service to shoppers. As I left, I looked at her, smiled, and said “I hope you have a great day!” She simply just stared at me with a very rude look and didn’t say anything. Not a very...

This place is very cool, with a nice selection of books. Lots of topics, and since it's Franklin, there's a nice selection of Civil War stuff, especially the Battle of Franklin. All very nice.

It is a little on the expensive side. It's not crazy, but it's also not the value that McKay's can be. There is a special area in the back, with lots of books stacks up on tables, where you can snag a good deal, but be prepared to do a lot of searching.

If you're in Franklin, this is a nice little addition to the downtown scene, and the neighborhood would feel something missing if it weren't there. If you're a book-lover, this is a...