I had ordered a book for a former student who is now graduating from a nearby university with her…read moreadvanced degree. I asked my AI assistant what would be a suitable gift for her. As her major was psychology, he suggested a seminal book that she might like. So, I went on Amazon and ordered it in hardcover. They promptly shipped it in paperback. I returned it and reordered the hardbound. Again, they shipped me a paperback and, just for good measure, refused to publish my truthful review (which Amazon asked for in the first place) as I am not allowed to say anything that might reflect badly on a seller. So, I ordered it from Barnes and Noble in Modesto. Not only was it the edition I wanted, it was ready in minutes and good value for the price. When I stopped by to pick it up, the clerk was cheerful, helpful, and an all-around good ambassador for the B&N brand. I had forgotten how good these folks are. Amazon lost a book buyer and reviewer. Barnes and Noble Modesto gained both.

They never have volume 3 of Dragon Ball Super,or volume 4 Of Dragon ball Z its been 6 months since…read morei first started going to this barnes and noble and 23/23 times i went there none of the volumes I'm looking for are available so i end up getting a random comic book,also they have the weirdest manga,Last time i went there i saw a manga called "Please go home,Mrs.Akutsu" i'd rather poop broken glass than come to this place again,but since is the only barnes and noble near to me i have no other option,The staff is pretty nice though.

The Gem of the Main Street promenade. Exquisitely helpful and friendly, amazing variety, and…read morebookish atmosphere. I love to shop and order my new books here.

This is a great little store where the owner is very involved and helpful. She doesn't just sell…read morebooks, she is an avid reader and helps with recommendations. With the big players vanishing, it is nice to have smaller places that still have the vibe. I just wish she was able to stay open later.

Does Modesto realize how lucky they are to have this? Hands down one of the best bookstores I've…read morebeen to across multiple states. Their selection makes them the best bookstore Modesto has ever had. Their service is superb. They are a fantastic, community oriented space in a great location. Their prices are also very reasonable. It is a great value all around. They also have excellent merchandise and the stickers are awesome. Definitely an essential place to visit in Modesto!

Super cute bookstore in my hometown! I came in looking for a new book that was released the same…read moreday and the staff searched high and low throughout the store to find it for me. Much appreciated! There is a large kid's section with chairs for kids to sit and flip through books. Lots of selection for both adults and kids. There is a coffee bar but I didn't get anything this time. I love supporting local bookstores and there were also several items (puzzle, notebooks, tote bags, etc.) that could be given as gifts. Plenty of parking out front and Bookish also hosts events and storytime throughout the month.

A fair selection of books and sundries. The woman working was friendly, and the prices were on par…read morefor a small town book store. :)

This bookshop is adorable. So inviting with a comfy seating area by the fireplace and the cutest…read morechildren's reading room. The books were very organized by genre and they also had gifts including stickers, buttons, socks, notebooks and pens. An absolute little gem!

My daughter wants to get some chapter books and found this place on Yelp. The owner was nice and…read morepointed us to the direction of the books where my daughter can find what she likes. They have used and brand new books, but buying used that are still in in mint condition and low price is amazing. We were told that they accept used books of any kind and will get a lifetime credit that never expires. Once you get a credit and buys a used book, the price will be less 50% from the written price. This is an awesome deal. We will surely come back here.

This place is a little step back into another time. It reminds me of certain bookstores in San…read moreFrancisco, Berkeley, and Oakland from the 90's. They just don't have too many bookstores left like this one. As the name suggests, you can bring your gently used books in and they will keep a record of them, and you will receive a discount of roughly half off of whatever you decide to buy in exchange for bringing in your old books. This turns out to be a great value considering the good condition and broad variety of the books that they carry. We can always find something good to read, and the price is definitely always easy on the pocketbook. The lovely people who work here are very well informed. I was looking for a classic by Pearl S Buck, and she knew exactly where it was located in the store. I have confidence in these guys, and I know that I can check with them before I go look elsewhere. A must see for any avid reader or bibliophile.

We had such a great time at this antique shop in downtown Sonora! It's not just antiques --…read moredownstairs they've got an underground area filled with books and cozy chairs where you can sit and read for a while. The lady at the counter was super nice and even let my kids each pick out a sticker, which totally made their day! They also serve ice cream, which was a perfect surprise -- we got two kid-sized scoops (rainbow sherbet and strawberry), and my kids were all smiles.

They have a cool underground library! Definitely check it out! I see that they icecream and…read moresomething else but don't know where to order or start lol

Great manga selection,and the figures are pretty good,also the staff is pretty nice and helped me…read morefind the books i needed,The manga is a food price and in good condition.

I love this store…read more Always tidy , well lit and inviting, and there's coffee too! We love the laid back vibe that the staff gives and they are quite knowledgeable too. You'll notice how eager they are to help you obtain the book that you're looking for, whether they have it in stock or not, they will hunt it down and get it for you. I love coming here, grabbing a latte and then just browsing and discovering new things.

Great selection of books. Friendly staff. I wish it wasn't so far from my home because I'd been…read morethere too frequently!

This the go to adult shop in modesto..lots of toys..movies ..best in town..way better priced than…read moresusies.