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October 2023 by Dru Looks
Get your postcards and stamps here and make sure you mail it to your family or friends.Great selection of books and other art supplies and souvenirs.
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October 2023 by Rachel Cipkins
Super cozy & cute book store! Be sure to check out the stationary section in the back
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August 2023 by Muhammad
Good book store, plenty of options. Located at a very nice location where the view is incredible. The store is packed with stuff… if you are driving around on a long trip maybe worth it to stop by to pick up a new book to read. The cat is was there and was grumpy…there’s a sign that say to pet the cat at your own risk. We stop by this place for curiosity but overall it’s a cool location… Not a place as must visit thought but just a cool book store. There’s so much more in Mendocino to see and spend time though.
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August 2023 by Alissa S.
I worked in an independent bookstore for a couple of years, and ever since that experience, I've seen a lot of independent bookstores in touristy areas that satisfy themselves with lackluster offerings and too many Colleen Hoover novels. In contrast, the Gallery Bookshop is the bookstore of that many independent directors imagine: it's run by people who care about and know books, and it's curated beautifully, with non-book items that complement the rest of the merchandise, instead of the other way around. The cat is wonderful, and it's a delight each time to come in and find new authors and to wander without obtrusive staff. When you're urged to ring the bell at the cash register if you need help, then you know you're with people who like what they do and who do it well. If you hate this bookstore, then you aren't into bookstores.
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August 2023 by Julia Kuzmenko
Beautifully curated, not just with the selection of books, but a wonderful assortment of other items from stationary to nick nacks! The atmosphere in the shop is so inviting and peaceful. The owner (Catsby) and his human assistant shopkeepers are lovely as well :)
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August 2023 by Saar Haber
It was difficult to not but ALL the books. Loved the collections they have!
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August 2023 by Dan Coppock
What's not to love about a good locally owned bookstore? A lot of inventory to browse. We generally do not walk out empty handed.
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August 2023 by Deea S.
The staff tried their best to help order us a book. . we traveled a long ways just to get the leather covered journal. It was very spendy sadly.
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August 2023 by Chase Martini
Best book store. We drive from Sacramento just to visit the store in person. They also have an online store. 10/10 worth the stop for any book worms
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May 2023 by Blue Rabbit
Wonderful selection of books, greeting cards, tarot cards, stationery, and other goodies for bibliophiles. I love the layout of the bookshop too. Genres often have cozy nooks for themselves. The staff was friendly and Catzby, the resident cat is sweet. Would like to spend a whole afternoon there next time.
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March 2023 by Guy Pacurar
One of the best independent bookstores in the country according to author James Patterson. He gave them an award recognizing this distinction.
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February 2023 by Cinny Lugo
Friendly/helpful staff, lots of books, and The Great Catsby! (Though Catsby was very unhappy with me petting him - which was fair, he was napping)This book store is just a delight to walk through. Also, they have nice pens!
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November 2022 by Alexandria J.
I won't ruin it, but the owner has the coolest background as a former Barnes and Noble corporate employee to now owning this delightful little spot. They pick the best of the best when it comes to the books. Unlike other places where you find yourself having to sort out books of interest, all of these books are interesting! They have a cat here as well, so if you are a cat person be sure to stop in. I have seen their cat come and go out of the bookstore and it is adorable! Did you know that cats have been with humans for at least ten thousand years?! But anyway, check out this bookstore. It is a smaller space in some areas of the store, so just be aware of that. :-) I love their fantasy book section...! If you want to purchase a Gallery Bookstore shirt or book bag, they also sell those as well as unique little nick knacks. We bought some darling coffee mugs that look like mushrooms! As well as quite a few books and a Mad Hatter bookmark! This is a classy joint that's sure to please any book lover!!
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October 2022 by Margaret W.
In an era where independent and chain bookstores are closing this bookshop is a standout. I haven't seen a bookshop with this kind of selection in many years. It was a welcome surprise to find this shop in historical Mendocino. They have a nice selection of gifts and paper items too.
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October 2022 by N N
This is a great local book store with very good selection and arrangement. Kids loved the whole room full of books for them. Well organized and thoughtful in recommendations.Great selection of local site exploration and history as well.