Artifact Books

This is a nice little bookshop, but what really makes it so cool is the owner. He clearly has a passion for sharing great literature and is enjoyable to talk with about the books in his collection.

I highly recommend visiting and buying and/or trading lots of books from him whenever you are in the area.

He's also happy to accept book donations and ensure that the books he can't use are forwarded on to where they would be used and appreciated.

Incredibly helpful owner who was knowledgeable and informed with local literary information and events. Was aware of what was on the shelves, even if some things ended up behind others, due to the nature of the shelving being used.

Clean, about as well laid out as can be, engaged, and outgoing. Would definitely recommend coming in and would happily return if we're even remotely nearby.

I was visiting and stumbled upon this bookstore. They had exactly what I was looking for and showed amazing customer service. If I lived in the area this would be my go to bookstore!

My favorite shop in North County San Diego. There is a fantastic selection of books, ranging from antiquarian, to rare and signed, to modern best sellers, this place has it all! The owner, Greg, is a great guy and is always great to chat with whenever I drop by. Whether you're a book collector or just a casual reader, Artifact Books is a place you must stop by and check out when in Encinitas.

Greg, the owner, is very knowledgeable and friendly. He's down to just talk books with you, and help you find a gem that you'll really enjoy. They have new books you'd find anywhere, but they have a great collection of used books that are harder to find, and an awesome collection of rare books, some hundreds of years old. Love it, will definitely be a regular!

My wife and I always come to Artifact Books to get old science fiction books to read while we're in town. We always get friendly and personal service and the stock of books is always great, not to mention the prices. We look forward to visiting Artifact Rare Books every time we are in town.

Greg was very insightful and helped me pick out a good read. Really cool shop with great bookstore vibes!

Small but Great selection, a little expensive but worth it because of quality and great atmosphere.

Cool spot. Had a nice chat with the owner about different books, friendly and knowledgeable. Good guy. Variety of old, new and rarer stuff I didn't really check out yet. Definitely recommended.

I’ve never met anybody that knows as much about books as Greg. Great collection of cool books. Cool vibe.

Visiting from North Carolina I stock into this marvelous book store. Fantastic selection really cool owner and books were well priced. Since I was traveling I bought only a few but I will be definitely mail ordering others.

Great place to find books you're looking for, or didn't know you were looking for. Greg (owner) was very helpful and is very knowledgeable when it comes to all things books.

Have been stuck to ordering online through the pandemic but the store is great and there are loads of fantastic titles!! Thanks Artifact!!

Small bookstore, really good classic sci fi collection.

One of the best used selections I’ve ever seen

A true gem.

Amazing store with a knowledgeable and friendly staff.