The only bookstore in the city is located on the lower level of the Duquesne University Power Center. Offering more than 25,000 titles of general reading books and magazines, an expanded selection of Duquesne apparel, and a Barnes and Noble cafe serving snacks, sandwiches, and Starbucks Coffee.

Located on the second floor of the Duquesne Student Union, is a B&N Express offering convenience items and popular reading books.