Serendipitous discovery while walking around, waiting for my windshield replacement. The lady working the desk was so charming and fun. Soul-southing, spirit-lifting community engagement. My first used book store. Wow, the things that have been discovered within them. The books, that is! A pleasant run-in with a former coworker. A nice discussion about 70’s rock, stemming from a man’s Marshall Tucker Band hat I was admiring. He travelled all over the southern US to see them various times, and highly recommends Savannah, Georgia as a travel destination. An enthusiastic book recommendation from one of the store’s regulars; 1 of 5 books she’s ever kept in her possession permanently: ’Numbered Account’ by Christopher Reich.

Great store! Really has that sorely missed book store feel. Very cramped for a dude my size, but the atmosphere was worth it. Had some seating and more books than I could shake a stick at, too, at frankly scarily low prices. Walked in and got 6 great books for 10 bucks. Didn't catch her name, but the woman who runs the store was obviously incredibly passionate. Asked about a book and she kindly offered to put me on a list in case it ever comes in. Great kids section, graphic novels, art books, Scandinavian mystery, westerns, a lot of great sections I need to explore. Have to get back soon as I make it through my new additions.

Cathy is so knowledgeable and kind. She has so many ideas for possible books based on what your interests are. She is so keen on customer service and goes above and beyond every time I see her. If she knows of a school that could benefit from your donation she will mention it and she supports the mini libraries that are in every community too! I highly recommend her especially if you're in the market for excellent quality used books and trading books too! I love her book store and do drive from North Transcona to visit it!

This is a great book store. It's old school. Also if you're below 13 do not bring anything electronic or she will take it away from you and give it to your parents. Then your parents will have saggy pants and be annoyed with you for the rest of the day. Manage to snag a lot of books I really need to pick up on the cheap, was happy with that. Also cash only, there's an ATM down the Street and you can catch some Pokemon on the way there if she hasn't taken your phone away. 10 out of two thumbs up would go again

In August, 2020x I emailed several second hand bookshops looking for a particular. I didn’t hear back from most of them and gave up as a lost cause. Well this March, the owner, Cathy called me to tel me that book had come in. Apparently she is very passionate about finding books for people. She has everything entered on this incredible document and remembers when people are looking for books, so can pull up their info when/if she comes across it. Just incredible service. Would give 10 stars if I could!

Will give you a fair trade for your books but really patronizing owner. Was talked down to and grilled with personal questions about my life plans and about not having a job amidst the COVID epidemic (LOL??). On my prior visit she did this too and I thought it was so strange. Am I trading books or is this a job interview? Is she my Dad?? It's absolutely none of her business and she needs to learn 1. politeness and tact and 2. boundaries because customers like me will never return again.

I have been coming here for years, and always get fair trade/purchase prices. I have been to other used book stores and have been looking for a place like this. Other places are very selective about what they take. At Globosapiens, the thought is if you read it, someone else will too. The owner is always friendly and there to chat, or to let you look at your leisure. Love this place, will always come back :)

An enriching used bookstore experience. Read some other negative reviews about the owner, I disagree; she is establishing a conversation which in all the public places to do so, a book store should be one to be the most inquisitive and should inquire about what inspires or interests you. Gave me some great recommendations at a great price! This book store is also very supportive to local authors.

Amazingly amazing owner! She’s kind and doesn’t pressure anyone in buying certain books - she just lightly suggests them! She took in all my books and showed me around the store! Definitely switching to buying less at Chapters to buying here! Stop by here sometime if you love books and shop local :)

A bright, very well-run used book store with a wide and deep range of topics. The owner is organized, personable and has travelled much. A world map decorated with mementos from shop visitors is on display. A great place to visit when searching for that hard-to-find volume or out-of-print edition.

Cozy and friendly place with potentially that one book you've been looking for over the years tucked away in a corner. If they don't happen to have it, they can get it to you. Impressed with my first visit here. Will return once I've finished reading my books that I bought from there. …

Wasn’t happy about the way I was treated by the owner.. was there with a friend and I was called ignorant because I’m not huge into reading... found some books I found interesting but I would never buy from such a rude person who talks down to customers she feels are not adequate..

I love a good used bookstore however I find the trade in exchange confusing so don't bother trading anymore and sometimes I just want to browse without having to talk. There is a great selection though and if you are looking for something you can give a list and you will get it!

So warmhearted lady owner，who can speak Norwegian as well. Recommended some books I may be interested and gave advices to me for my improvement of EAL. Absolutely I will be back again！It is one fantastic used bookstore and the only one in the west of Winnipeg right now！

Always love it here. Tons of new books every time I come in and great deals on the ones I bring. Owner is fair and recommends books she has in stock I might like. The kids enjoy swapping out their books as well. I hope they stay around for a long time!

The owner is THE BEST!!! I have been going to her store since the very beginning and she always welcomes me and because she knows what I read, she ALWAYS puts them aside for me. Books are organized and we should be supporting her business.

It was our first visit to Globosapiens and I Iove this bookstore! Although a smaller footprint, it is very well stocked and organized. The store owner is very friendly and helpful. Just be advised it is cash only, no debit or credit card.

Very knowledgable, friendly staff/owner., Any subject that you are interested in, she will know the direction to send in. Check out the website! It is like a community unto itself <3 Anyone can request books, and trade ins are welcome!

Fantastic! We did the book advent calendar for our two youngest kids, emailed their ages and interests and in a matter of hours had an amazing collection of books for each of them! My kids are so excited to open their books each day!

My favorite place to go when I'm searching for that hard to find title. Plus, did you know the owner will take you book wish list and search for therm for you? Don't buy new if you don't have to, go to Globosapiens

Had a great experience visiting this store with my daughter! Great selection, the owner was incredibly friendly and helpful. Prices were INCREDIBLY reasonable. Will be returning on a regular basis from now on.

The owner is fantastic and so is the shop, she has a list that is online of books that people are wanting so you can always check and see if you have any of those books and donate them. Absolutely amazing!!!

Best bookstore in Winnipeg. If they don't have it you can put your name down with the book (or list) and when they get it they will contact you. The owner is wonderful. I would go everyday if I could

Amazing owner, you can actually have conversations and debate subjects. It's a safe space and she is a funny, interesting person. Great person and creates a great atmosphere. Love, Love Cathy

Best used bookstore in winnipeg! The owner is friendly and helpful! If you’re looking for a good spot to grab some used star wars books look no further. Great prices too!

Love this store! The owner is very knowledgeable and will find whatever books are on your list. Best prices in the city!!!!!! There is always something new to see here.

Owner was friendly , thoughtful and listened to my likes and dislikes. Didn't make me feel pressured to buy . Support local before a big chain store , stop here.

Absolutely amazing. Comfortable, full to the brim of ever-changing, well organized titles, and the owner is a delight. Perfect place to take a young reader!

Great place. Well organized. Extremely nice and helpful owner! Very reasonably priced with extra discout if you bring in books that you dont want anymore.

Great variety of reading materials. Kathy the owner is very friendly and very knowledgeable about authors. Allow you to wander and look at your leisure.

Very nice owner but she gave almost zero trade on books I brought in. I traded 15 books and I still had to pay $7 for the little gardening book I had.

Cathy runs a great used book store and if you let her know of a book you’re looking for she’ll hold it for you. I’d highly recommend checking it out.

Energy in the store was hectic. There were books piled on the floor and on chairs. Good selection, but prices were on the higher side for used books.

Friendly owner, great selection, and a fair price. Bring your books back to trade the price down on the next batch. Great local resource.

I've only been there once, but definitely plan on going back! The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable and the prices are fantastic!

She's awesome! Honest too, I accidentally over paid and she called me to let me know! Definitely will be going back for my book needs!

There's quite a few used book stores, but this is the best. The owner engages all customers and there's so many titles to choose from.

Globosapiens is a terrific bookstore to find those rare gems that devoted readers seek. The owner is always pleasant and helpful.

Great selection and the owner is friendly and extremely helpful. She does a great job tracking down hard to find/popular books.

Books are so incredibly affordable, owner is super friendly and helpful, and the whole experience of shopping here is just fun!

The owner is super helpful and knowledgeable. It's so much better to support local than to buy from corps like value village.

Have always found a wide selection of books and the owner Cathy is a great resource for finding specific books or authors.

One of the better used book stores I've seen. Perhaps the most economical use of space I've ever seen in a used bookstore.

One of the comfiest small shops in the city with an owner who actually goes out of her way to find you anything you need.

Great place, the owner will keep an eye out for books you like if you tell her. Best used bookstore west of downtown.

Well organized, the manager is well versed and knows her stuff. Books are ridiculously cost effective and returnable

Love it so so much. If you love books you will love it here and "the boss lady" is a super source and extremely nice

GREAT selection and an incredibly nice, friendly and knowledgeable lady running it. I will definitely be back!

Great variety of used books at bargain prices. It also sells A Deadly Thaw by Frederick Ross. A good read.

Redoing their shelves right now so things are a bit messy. But the books will look great in the new stacks

Friendly, with an always changing selection of books. It's always worth a visit when I come to the city.

Owner very knowledgeable and kind. Very vast selection of books. I highly recommend this book store.

Very helpfull and let's you know when she has a particular author that I am looking for in her store

Wonderful she knows all her book's . If she doesn't have the book your looking for she will find it

Phenomenal selection and extremely reasonable prices. Easily the best used bookstore in the Peg.

Lovely shop with a very friendly and knowledgeable owner, large selection, and excellent prices!

Great selection, wonderful owner. This is our first stop for books when asked to find anything.

The proprietor really wants to help you find what you need and is a great conversationalist

Helpful and friendly staff. Great prices and a big selection for fantasy and Sci fi fans.

Great little book store! Lots of genres. Pleasant experience. Shop owner very engaging

My favorite used bookstore! Well stocked, great prices and the owner is very friendly!

Cathy keeps watching for books I am interested in. Her prices are very reasonable.

Great selection, amazing prices! Deals on Friday cash only, super worth it! …

Always a top-tier browse for used books. Great selection and "can't beat" prices

Great service and friendly, set aside what I was looking for and found another.

Owner is really good to talk to you and deal with but hours need to improve

The best used bookstore on the west side of Winnipeg. Trade in your books.

The owner is very knowledgeable and helpful, store is clean and organized

Great used book store owner gave us more places to see in Wpg Nice lady.

Great selection of books and the lady running it was extremely helpful.

There is a decent flow of books in and out so inventory changes nicely.

I love this store! There is something for everyone. Great prices.

Very friendly and helpful!! Tons of selection for fiction books

Fantastic store. Reasonable prices on great selection of books

Nice lady that owns the place. Reasonable price for used books

Great owner. Large selection of books. Clean and organized.

The owner is very helpful and there are thousands of books

I liked the store a lot, but heads-up - it's cash only.

Great selection of books. Very knowledgeable owner

Great selection of genres and relaxed atmosphere.

The rules constantly change so confusing at times

Really friendly staff, great used book selection

Great place, "The Boss Lady" is helpful and fun.

Sweet place, Cathy was very helpful. Thank you!

Love used books so much better than new ones.

To cramped and way to many books on the floor

Very cool little store packed full of books.

Great little bookstore. Staff was great.

Owner is amazingly friendly and helpful.

Super nice Boss Lady and fair prices

Very enthusiastic and helpful owner.

Perfect for bibliophiles out there!

Nice lady at front. Good old books

Lovely store and Owner. Cash only.

Amazing prices and selection

Good prices friendly lady

Lady is full of questions

So friendly and helpful

I love this place.