Alabama Booksmith

When you enter the Alabama Booksmith, you may be surprised that the shelves do not carry as much product as a Barnes & Noble store. That's because owner, Jake Reiss, cares more about the quality of the merchandise than the quantity. This bookshop is unique - every single book is a signed copy or first edition. This charming store is a great stop to make before or after visiting the nearby Birmingham Botanical Gardens. (Photo by Pam Moran)