Gate-side reading fix in Main Terminal
In CVG’s Main Terminal, Books & More fills the gap when you forgot a book, charger, or crossword. It sits airside past security, so you don’t have to backtrack once you’re near your gate. Expect standard airport pricing on paperbacks and magazines, usually a few dollars higher than downtown shops, but still cheaper than killing time at the bar.
Books & More leans heavy on current bestsellers and airport-friendly reads, with plenty of thrillers and paperbacks you can finish on a 2–3 hour flight. You’ll also find kids’ titles, puzzle books, and regional interest titles about Cincinnati and Kentucky. The “More” part means snacks, candy, and basic travel gear like neck pillows and earbuds right by the front racks.
Hours typically track the morning and evening bank of flights, opening early enough for 6:00–7:00 a.m. departures and staying open into the late evening rush. It’s a quick in-and-out stop: the shop is small, with just a couple of aisles, so you can browse and buy in under 10 minutes if boarding starts in 20.
Selection runs deeper for mass-market fiction than for niche genres; you’ll see multiple copies of big-name authors, but only a thin shelf of sci‑fi or literary titles. If you want something specific, plan on using your phone to check a reading list while you scan the spines. Tip: grab a magazine or puzzle book here before you board, since in-flight sales on many airlines at CVG are limited or nonexistent.