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“I’ve attended a few read the rooms and it’s the perfect way to end a week. Just a few hours tucked away from the bustle of the world where there is low lights and ambient music. Amazing time.”
10AM - 9PM
512 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica
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“I love this place. It’s not just a retail store, it’s a sacred space and a work of art, clearly born of love.
The owner Russell is super engaging and knowledgeable, and he’s enthusiastic about helping customers/seekers/explorers find whatever is most ideal for them, whether a book, a tarot deck, a crystal, a meditation cushion or whatever..
The used book section outside offers top level books and all kinds of interesting gems for $5.
I’m so glad Santa Monica has a cool spot like this..”
“Huge amount of photo books, genuinely one of the best bookstores I’ve ever come across.
Was looking for a specific book that I couldn’t find and they kindly offered to order it for me (unfortunately, wasn’t sure I could come again so I refused) but overall, great staff + great book collection.”
“As the author of The Grant Colson Thriller Series and SERA Archives Thriller Series, I always enjoy visiting standout bookstores while traveling, and Barnes & Noble in Manhattan Beach is a super nice location.
The store has a broad, open layout with lower shelving that lets you see across the space, giving it a welcoming and easy-to-navigate feel.
There’s a huge children’s area along with a very nice café space. One detail that stands out is the wraparound mural featuring well-known authors, which adds character and makes the interior feel more engaging.
The overall setup is clean and thoughtfully designed, making it a comfortable place to browse and spend time.
I also spent a few minutes in the romance section while writing The Maui Desire Romance Series, and it’s a well-organized area that fits nicely alongside the thriller shelves.
The staff has been friendly and helpful, and the surrounding shopping center is very well kept with plenty of parking, which makes visiting easy.
Overall, it’s a strong Barnes & Noble in Manhattan Beach with a great layout, inviting atmosphere, and a solid selection.”
“Pages is an EXCEPTIONAL bookstore. The selection is nice and the store is well organized, but the people are truly the best part.
Octavia helped our kid find exactly what he was looking for - plus some things he didn't even know existed - and he left the store overjoyed! He felt so seen and understood and delighted. Meeting Octavia truly made our day.
You must stop by if you're nearby...and if you're not, it's worth the trip!”
“The Book Jewel is a special place, centered on community. I googled local bookstores and came across this gem, pun intended. I walked in and immediately felt welcomed. They have a wonderful selection and events. Would give more stars if I could.”
“Great selection of books, gift items, and especially greeting cards. My 86 yo auntie was very happy about the boxed greeting cards. She loves to remember her church folk on their birthdays. 🥰
Be sure to pick up a few caramels. They're so yummy!”
“I love to read, but more often than not do it on my Kobo or Kindle. Remembering how much I used to enjoy finding treasures in used bookstores years ago, I headed to Sideshow. I could have bought the two art books I came away with for a bit less online, but I would have missed a great experience (and cup of espresso!).”
“Book lovers, collectors, definitely a great place to visit, feels like your inside a different spacetime. You ate able to enjoy the great arquitecture and creativity. If you are visiting LA, recommend yo visit this bookstore. Take your picture in the light book tunnel to capture a memory.”
“I love The Ripped Bodice! My daughter and I have made it our girls date destination! My only comment is some of the books don't have the prices on thier barcodes, so it can be a little hard to estimate the price. Tho I may have over looked a sign saying a price... if so my bad 🤭”
9:30AM - 6:30PM
369 N Fairfax Ave #1, Los Angeles
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“Very kind people got tons of great ? books. Learning so much. The books they have are amazing ?. Love this ? store. So happy with my purchases. There are so many precious things to bring you closer to judaism ✡️. Many other items to buy . They care about there customers!!”
“This is a really cool gift shop with tons of interesting and unique books on art, queer culture, and the history of Los Angeles. They also sell tons of blind boxes (including Sonny angels), socks, candy, gift cards, and different stationery options.”
“Small hole in the wall with mighty superpowers to meet your bike repair needs. Have been getting my bikes serviced here for the last few years and am always awed by their incredible work and low prices to boot”
“Zina is always helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly. She takes the time to answer questions and even wraps my books, which I really appreciate. Great customer service and one of the reasons I enjoy coming back to this bookstore.”
4:30AM - 12:30PM 4:30 - 8:30PM
3764 Watseka Ave, Los Angeles
Book Stores
“Hare Krishna! Radhe Radhe!
Every time I go there someone is singing bhajans or discussing Bhagvata Geeta. The bhajans are melodious and full of devotion. Sitting there from 15 minutes will re-energize you. I’m truly blessed to have discovered this place recently. See the attached POV video of entering the temple.”
“Must-stop for anyone who's an art-nerd of the illustration, or animation variety. I was so excited to finally have an opportunity to visit the shop in person and it didn't disappoint. Everywhere you turn there's something incredible to check out. Don't miss the long boxes of artist sketchbooks under the shelves of what's on display! It's easy to tell the staff takes pride in the curation of the books they have on offer.
The staff was super helpful, and very nice. I had a great conversation with Terrance, who was affable, and kindly offered to help make it easy to get books into my hands since I live out of state.
I can't recommend Stuart NG Books enough, and I can't wait to visit again. A true gem in LA.”
“We love this Barnes and Noble as it is 3 levels and has a Starbucks too! It is one of the older style stores as it has been at the Grove for a long time but it’s one of the best!”
10AM - 5:30PM
10580 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles
Book Stores
“My kids get so excited when we visit. Perfect place to find diverse books characters my daughter can see herself in, stories from all over the world. It feels inclusive.”
“I was visiting LA back in March and I went into this bookstore—it was awesome. But I was just rewatching Gilmore Girls and realized this is the same bookstore from S3E21! I recognized it immediately. So cool.”
“As a thriller and romance author, I always enjoy visiting bookstores, and the Del Amo Torrance Barnes & Noble is one of the more impressive locations I’ve seen.
This store has a beautiful two-story layout with a mezzanine design that makes the whole space feel like a bookstore mall. When you walk in, the café area with Starbucks-style seating is located to the lower right, making it a great place to sit with a drink while browsing.
One of the most striking features is the upper level with its open mezzanine and dual escalators connecting the floors. The layout provides a great view across the store. It makes exploring the different sections fun.
The selection is excellent. The thriller and mystery section is large, and the romance section is well stocked as well. There’s plenty of space to browse through many other categories throughout the store.
The staff has always been very friendly and helpful whenever I’ve visited, which makes the whole experience even better. Restrooms are also conveniently available, which is always appreciated in a big bookstore like this.
Overall it’s a fantastic Barnes & Noble location and a great place to spend time discovering new books.”
“You can sit and drink tea they are organized and there is a beautiful chapel statues abit pricey bit books are reasonable price and easy to find I recommend cotters book store for more variety of religious materials”
“It was a great blessing from the ETERNAL, I received what I did not expect and just as I received I was also able to receive the help of the King of the Universe.”
“Always a pleasant place to go to with the customer service. I like the fact that if we need something or are looking for a certain item, suggestions are made if we can't find it.
Thank you for being bilingual you do help my momz out allot.”
“We had a great experience working with the Gifted team. They bought our Green Grass Bunny Decorations, Recycled Paper Bunny Shaped Baskets, and Red & White Check Napkins from us. Be sure to stop in!”
“Probably the best art book store in the city. They regularly have rare out of print books you cant find anywhere else, and their prices are very reasonable. I am always tempted to buy a few things every time i go.”
“Always appreciate curation and specificity. In this case, everything is cooking/food related and they had some products that I'd been looking for (cooking handsoap, etc.).”
“Love this bookstore! Great selection and the employees here are definitely readers. It’s a wonderful place to spend time relaxing and exploring what’s out in different genres. If you’re going to buy books, and you want bookstores to exist, DON’T buy them on Amazon.”
“I’m a big fan of Taschen and so happy to see this store here! Even though it’s small, you’ll find lots of amazing publications. I’d love to buy them all, especially the architecture and design are fantastic, but the erotica section has a certain charm too. The staff is super friendly. The store has its own entrance, so you can find it easily.”
“Super nice staff. Great selection, grabbed the Fleabag pilot and Jaws screenplays. I came to Larry Edmunds 10 years ago and have been waiting to come back! Charming and messy.”
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“Today I went to video LAX and I was super impressed with the helpful employee... I was a little embarrassed when I walked in and he was able to guide me through effortlessly... I think because Julio made me feel so comfortable I will go back often. Thanks for hiring helpful employees!!!!”