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2nd & Charles
3525 Ross Clark Cir SUIte 300, Dothan, AL 36303, United States
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2nd & Charles
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Am
Review №1

Stocked completely full, but very organized, this is an amazing place to go for a great selection of new and used books, gifts, and collectibles. I was impressed by the selection and managed to find used copies (for a great price!) of many of the newer NA books Ive been dying to read. I was very impressed and will be back!

Je
Review №2

This is my favorite bookstore in Dothan. I went in a while back looking for a specific title from one of my favorite new authors and there was a signed copy in the store. The store associate was just as excited as I was when she saw it in their inventory and helped me find it. I read a lot so I also sell back books I’ve read for store credit. They have a lot of other stuff besides books too (like collectibles, comics, video games, toys, etc) so it’s even fun for my husband and our kids when I have to make a stop there for new books. :)

Ka
Review №3

This is a fantastic store! Buy, sell, trade......AMAZING! U buy

Br
Review №4

Love it!!! So much stuff. You can find ANYTHING there. I travel 2 hours just to go haha

Pa
Review №5

Great place for your video game needs , comics , books etc . Friendly service

Da
Review №6

Very clean and organized. Lots of cute knick knacks. Love the new and used book model. Theres even a decent board game selection! Lots of variety in the classic section, more so then Im used to!

Se
Review №7

This place is awesome! All kinds of cool stuff! Its a book store, music store, and game store all wrapped into one. We drive all the way from Fort Walton Beach, Florida just to go to this store!

De
Review №8

Awesome store! Great selection of books and comics! Plus they even have a few retro board games and video games! I will definitely be back!

Li
Review №9

Love coming in here. Theyre always friendly. The selection of things they have from books to plushes to other Fandom items is amazing. Its always clean and usually quiet.

Fa
Review №10

This place was awesome. My family had a blast browsing through this place and what great finds we left with. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for used books, game, instruments...

As
Review №11

Ive been in about 6/7 2&C stores across the US and this is thankfully, one of the better ones. Nice employees, good selection of movies/TV shows. Usually clean and well stocked. Water in bathroom is a but rusty and has a weird smell but oh, well. Im there for books, not bathroom time.Im sad that the graphic novel selection keeps getting smaller and smaller. And half if what is there is new full priced stuff.Max, the gentleman that works the books is amazing and I love him. Best 2&C employee that I have interacted with.

Tr
Review №12

Waited forever before finding an employee to help us with something in the case. That employee wasnt mean but, you knew he didnt want to be there. On the other hand, the cashier upfront was very vibrant/bubbley, kind & helpful. *Not sure of their names though.

De
Review №13

How did I not know this glorious treasure trove of literary wonders existed?!?!?! Great selection and sweet prices. Will definitely return

Se
Review №14

We need more places like this. They offer so much in ways of entertainment and reading.

Cy
Review №15

Came to the register with two 50¢ comics off of the 50¢ or less clearance section. Apparently, one of the stickers fell off. He tried to charge us full price and then when we brought it to his attention, he said to the manager They want it for 50 cents but its not marked down. All details of the situation should have been related to the manager when he arrived instead of making it seem like we were attempting anything malicious. We wanted it for 50 cents because the price of the comic is 50 cents. There was a label on it that priced the comic at 50 cents. And again, the comic was in the Clearance Section that was brightly labeled in red and white $0.50 or less Clear-out Sale. I ended up having to walk to the section, and pull out all of the copies of the comic I picked that were all labeled with the same bright orange 50¢ sticker to prove that we were telling the truth.

Re
Review №16

Loved it! Wish I could have spent more time and money there lol.

Ch
Review №17

GREAT Store sometimes good deals and sometimes great deals. Today the great buys were in the buy one book get second one free.

De
Review №18

Really cool store for your inner nerd!

Ke
Review №19

Love the old book smell and the tons of nerd stuff for my self and my kiddo to enjoy.

Ma
Review №20

2nd & Charles retail department store is getting more and more interesting and appealing to my liking. First example, 2nd and Charles books are being more organized than previous months I shopped there. Funko Pops Figures are better organized now. The inscents section is neatly seat up and organized. Plus, 2nd and Charles incense cost five dollars and ninety-nine cents ($5.99) for a fifty (50) inscents.

Sn
Review №21

Dont bother bringing your dvds or old games here, I certain Jasmine didnt feel like doing her job so she turned down nearly 100 almost new dvds and ps2 and Xbox 360 games. Claimed there was an odor, yet they have none. And some of them came from the same second and charles to begin with. Just laziness and it cost them both my business and those of my family and friends. GOOD JOB Jasmine

Ja
Review №22

Had a great experience. Max was very friendly and helpful. Will be back again.

Ta
Review №23

Max the manager was awesome. Very customer service oriented. Very clean and well organized. Bought over $300 worth of books for $60. Cant wait to go back!

Je
Review №24

I love going to this store. I wish I went more often, but due to where it is located, I often avoid that area due to traffic. The employees are always helpful and this summer a very helpful employee overheard my conversation with my mother-in-law about buying books for my classroom. That employee told me that teachers get 20% off in the store. I appreciate that they are one of the few stores that offer teacher discounts. I am also a huge fan of their records section. I almost never leave without buying a record.

Ra
Review №25

Very nice store, lots of variety and cool nerd stuff, (old comics, used books, etc, mixed in with new games and music of all types).

Ja
Review №26

If you have books, records and collectables you no longer want, here is the place to get rid of them. On the other hand, if youre looking for books, records and collectables, here is the best place in town to get them.

Jo
Review №27

Great place for all your sci-fi and fantasy needs. Plenty to choose from in collectables, comics, books and CDs.

He
Review №28

Cool stuff at great prices! cant believe the great selection

Sp
Review №29

Cool place! So much more than meets the eye! Go check it out!

Sh
Review №30

Love .. love...love this place. As a fast avid reader this place offers a great variety of books.

Tr
Review №31

To all of my nerd friends and family, I have failed you. I did not know about this place, nor had any knowledge of its existence. I am however proud to say that has now changed. I love this place. I could spend 3 full days in here looking at everything and only cover half of the store. To me this was a comic book heaven. Not to say that this is all they have by NO means, because that is not accurate. But in my first trip to this amazing new discovery, I didnt make it past the first 100 ft of the store before being drawn to the extensive comic book section. I spent at least 40 mins before my wife had to pull me out. And then walking to the register, she had to hold my arm to keep me focused. Now that I know of 2nd & Charles, it will be a must visit ever time we are in Dothan. Thanks to the friendly staff, looking forward to seeing you again soon!

Ni
Review №32

Great variety on all books.

Ri
Review №33

Pretty cool place. Lots of older movies and vintage records. Worth the stop. Old comics olso.

Ka
Review №34

Nice bookstore, staff was very helpful! Only reason for 4 stars is the kids section shelves were a bit messy, making it hard to find things.

T
Review №35

Virginia is the best. She looked the two books up, showed me where to look and had me out the door in less that 10 mins. (Had to get to work.) She is a gem.

Li
Review №36

INCREDIBLE! FUN! CLEAN AND A MUST GO.

Ni
Review №37

They have an 😎 awesome anime and manga selection that my daughter loves and tons of games to choose from for my husband. They are our go to for buying, selling or trading of any games, books, consoles, etc. Everyone if friendly and knows where to look if we cant find it. Always #1 favorite game store.

Li
Review №38

My son loves the Harry Potter collection they have in there.

Ta
Review №39

Great place!!Love the selection and the staff, so far no bad experiences.

G
Review №40

Wow! What an awesome gem of a store. Tons of used books and wonderful prices. Check this place out.

Ke
Review №41

Alot of retro items I love this store

St
Review №42

Had a hard time finding Doctor who things but I found it very good.

Ke
Review №43

Roger is a great asset to the store, every time Im in there he gives me awesome recommendations

Na
Review №44

Awesome bookstore. I found the first book in a series that I wanted. So many things to look at. Really like the fact that the authors are up abetta clean on the shelves.

Da
Review №45

Its a great place for alot of hobbies,books, and collectibles. Not to mention the helpful staff is amazing

Ta
Review №46

They have some of the best board games, card games and even old video games from the 80s & 90s. A wide selection of books, comics, movie and TV memorabilia is also carried and definitely check out their socks! Theres something for everyone!

Al
Review №47

Definitely a place for teenagers and geeks. I wish you could order online.

La
Review №48

Interesting store in Dothan Al. Good selection of guitars and vinyl. Some of the used prices are a little high in my opinion. Definitely will be back though.

Ad
Review №49

Absolutely dont go to this book storeThey are very rude the buy back section.The Skinner guy with the grey hair yeah hes the worst. The guy with the long hair he was rude too just not as much. They wouldnt even take my temporary ID.

Me
Review №50

I love the store and normally have a great experience but the cashier wasnt super friendly, could have been having a off day I guess well see next time.

Mo
Review №51

I was happy there was a bookstore in the old BAM. Just very cluttered.

Ne
Review №52

Interesting place really neat. Worth going back to. Place however does feel a little trashy.

ki
Review №53

Great comic book and movie store low prices something for everyone

To
Review №54

Always have great prices. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. The only bad thing is I spend to much money here.

Ch
Review №55

A great place to find that quirky gift for a fellow nerd.

Ch
Review №56

Very big store. Had books and games and much more

An
Review №57

Love everything in there. I could browse there all day long.

Iv
Review №58

It was a really nice place that offers new and used item. If your looking for books this is a good place to go but you may need to ask for help because the book sections can be a bit confusing.

Sa
Review №59

Great place for new or second hand nerd merch

Ch
Review №60

Go you wont be disappointed!!!

Ma
Review №61

No matter what I am looking for they always seem to have it. Resources for trying to teach at home? Got it. Inexpensive books for the littles? Got it. Those super fun reads that middle schoolers nees for school? Got it.

Ho
Review №62

Fun place to shop! Great selection of books, movies & games.

Je
Review №63

SuperB I always love going to 2nd & Charles loved there deals

Ma
Review №64

Nice Books with a very Large music section

Da
Review №65

Had great sale on books looked for orange tags and found books from twenty-five cent to $15.00. Found Christmas present for some family members

Tr
Review №66

Awesome second hand place but plenty of brand new pop culture items. Comic books, manga, regular books for everyone from young children to older adults. Video games, consoles, and accesories from Ataris to ps4s, xbox ones, and handheld consoles. Pop culture t-shirts, socks and mugs, even a couple guitars.

Am
Review №67

Great prices and merchandise. Always fun to browse, because you never know when youll find a gem.

Ma
Review №68

Great store. Lots of stock. Much variety.

Ch
Review №69

Very very cool and fun store, has almost every nerdy/retro thing you can imagine. Love the staff very helpful and very informative. They also have musical instruments, vinyl records, paintings and t-shirts.

Mi
Review №70

If you like music, or reading you definitely need to check this place out. Wide selection of new and used cds, records, books, and movies.

Wi
Review №71

Full of old timey games comics and movies.

Ma
Review №72

Lots of cheap books on the back wall.

Ja
Review №73

Very cool store. Love the eclectic selection, great staff and music being played

Al
Review №74

Very awesome store with wide variety of items from vintage comics to guitars and amps, books, board games, and even consoles.Plus they have a very geek-friendly staff who are very willing and able to help us out without hovering like a stern grandparent over their rebellious grandkids.

Sh
Review №75

Never been there before but Ill definitely be back. Great assortment to choose from.

Mi
Review №76

Lots of books, video games, comics and collectibles. Book worms, comic book geeks, video gaming nerds rejoice, you have found your home. Great place to get your geek on.

Do
Review №77

Lots of good stuff and prices

Ad
Review №78

Be aware: Prices are higher than target, eBay, or other retailers. However, its a fun place and worth a trip to see oddities you may not search for on Amazon or see in Target.The staff is focused on their duties and not pesky in anyway.Also, they are green so apparently this means you wont get a bag.

オテ
Review №79

They have a lot of stuff, Ill have to return.

Am
Review №80

I feel the merchandise is overpriced. The woman at the counter is pushy about those magazines.

Da
Review №81

I could spend all day at 2nd & Charles!

Ca
Review №82

Excellent bookstore and random stuff store. They have a lot of video game consoles and other neat old vintage things. They have a good record selection.Large book selection, which is what I usually go for. I prefer the one in Gainesville, but this one is pretty much the same.Pretty much everything is reasonably priced, and the building is clean aside from some aging restrooms.No gender neutral bathrooms.

Ka
Review №83

They have the coolest stuff here. This place is the perfect stop if you are looking for gifts at the last minute. There are tons of random novelties and knick-knacks for pure entertainment. There are books and movies that line the store. Some of the stuff is used, but in wonderful condition, and some of the stuff is new. I would definitely recommend this place. It is worth the look.

Ja
Review №84

Great stuff

Ch
Review №85

I love being able to find what I want

Rh
Review №86

Fun store with new & previously owned items. Good selection. Eclectic items abound

Ta
Review №87

Not as nice as the Houma store. Not many used books.

Ma
Review №88

2nd & Charles is always good. A great selection of used books that are perfect for my classroom library. The 20% teacher discount with proof of being a teacher has saved me well over $200 over the past year or so. The staff are always friendly and helpful, and I love the wide variety of pop culture items they have as well.

Jo
Review №89

Honestly the books are expensive otherwise okay

Da
Review №90

One of my favorite stores to shop in. I never know what Im going to find.

Da
Review №91

A must do in dothan,. .. something for everyone

Tr
Review №92

Cool stuff but really expensive. Clerk said its owned by books a million.

Ra
Review №93

Lots of cheap books for the avid reader. Vast collection of funkopops. Very nice employees

We
Review №94

The staff was very helpful assisting me to find the items I was seeking. Great prices also!

Ad
Review №95

They have a used book sale normally that is stellar. Buy 5 and get 5 free. Most of them are in the 3 dollar range too and in good condition. Im not so amazed at the selling process here, they dont pay much for your stuff, but purchasing used here is fantastic. They also have a full assortment of D&D/Warhammer stuff which is rare for our area and an EXTREMELY impressive board game stock.

Mi
Review №96

In Dothan to on vacation 2nd time we come here and the amount of cool books to choose from is amazing. Great service. Thank you.

Ch
Review №97

Great book and movie store. Some items more expensive than others. Great place to browse. Always something to look at. Clean and organized. Staff is always friendly. Teachers get a discount. Awesome place

Ke
Review №98

Always a fun adventure! Found 2 albums that I had been looking for!

As
Review №99

Best bookstore around! I love strolling through the store and finding books. I could spend hours in here! Definitely recommend for all the book lovers!

Wi
Review №100

Quirky and cool spot for comics

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  • Address:3525 Ross Clark Cir SUIte 300, Dothan, AL 36303, United States
  • Site:http://www.2ndandcharles.com/
  • Phone:+1 334-712-1341
Categories
  • Used book store
  • Book store
  • Comic book store
  • DVD store
  • Gift shop
  • Magazine store
  • Music store
  • Record store
  • Second hand store
  • Toy store
  • Used CD store
  • Used musical instrument store
  • Video game store
Working hours
  • Monday:11AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:11AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:11AM–8PM
  • Thursday:11AM–8PM
  • Friday:11AM–8PM
  • Saturday:11AM–8PM
  • Sunday:11AM–7PM
Service options
  • In-store pickup:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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