Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Cal's Books

    4.5 (70 reviews)
    InexpensiveUsed Bookstore
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

    Cal's Books Photos

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Cal's Books

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Stephanie M.

    I am completely in love with this bookstore. It's located less than 5 minutes away from my parents house and I am sad that I only recently discovered this bookstore this past year. My dad would have loved this store. Set in the very back of a long warehouse building, you would completely miss it if you didn't already know exactly where to look. As soon as you walk in you are greeted by the comforting smell of old book pages. Every nook and cranny houses a book. There is also a very impressive collection of records and an entire wall dedicated to comic books. I love to take my time slowly prowling each aisle waiting to see which titles jump out at me. Which author or genre is speaking to me during the visit. I find myself drifting in a calm and cozy headspace as I explore and peruse. If you are a passionate reader and am looking for something to do in Redding, you are going to love Cal's.

    Children's classics
    TK N.

    For those in the Redding California area, if you don't know about this hidden gem, you need to get to know it. Don't walk, run, and get to this quaint but stocked with floor to ceiling treasures!!! Looking for an old classic? Old comic? Vinyl? There are treasures to be had so don't leave without visiting. It is tucked toward the back of a warehouse area but it is there, trust me!!

    Bailey C.

    I have come here many times in the last year and every time been greeted kindly! Carl the shopkeep and owner I believe is extremely knowledgeable! I highly recommend visiting it is like walking through a library of your dreams. So full of charm in and out a staple of redding! Please visit and keep Cals books open!

    See all

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 1
    Love this 5
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of D N.
    0
    123
    197

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Chloé D.
    315
    13
    2

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Love Cals Books, always find what I want and more! Great prices and customer service!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    This is by far the finest bookstore in Redding with an impressive selection and knowledgeable friendly owner. Highly recommend.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Called this store for advice to sell comics. Gentlemen.that took the call was opened and honest and I appreciated that. Thanks

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Janete F.
    14
    30
    24

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Eric N.
    141
    3
    0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Fantastic book store. Knowledgeable owner. Fair trading.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Katy D.
    17
    33
    13

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 5
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Hannah B.
    105
    33
    20

    8 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 2

    Ask the Community - Cal's Books

    Review Highlights - Cal's Books

    I was in awe when I walked thru the door and saw so many, many books on floor to ceiling shelves and then some.

    Mentioned in 14 reviews

    Read more highlights

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Used Bookstore 108 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Eagle's Nest Resale Shop

    Eagle's Nest Resale Shop

    (10 reviews)

    This is not the correct address. They moved to the old pharmacy location on Main and…read moreE. Lake. Okay this may help, they are right next door to Cedar Lanes bowling. We were up in Weed for a do nothing weekend because quite frankly thats what we yearn for at times. Of course, looking for something to do, we took a tour of Main St. and wanted to note any changes. Well one of the positive changes has been the move of the College of the Siskiyou's (COS) thrift shop. The new location is bright, clean and airey. One of the volunteers gave me tour of their new building, (2) dressing rooms,and complete with washer dryer. Now how many thrift shops have that! The ladies were helpful and friendly, the young man working the register was also friendly and helpful. They only keep clothes and items which are in good condition, they bag up and sell in bulk the rest. Small selection of jewelry and other items. Prices were very fair and go to a good cause. As one of the volunteer ladies stated..."we are the Macy's of Weed! "

    This was my experience a few days ago: The store has been rearranged and it looks nice. They have…read morethe tendency to place decorative items inside of baskets , giving the impression that the price s inclusive of all items in the basket. No signs saying that the price is for the basket only. When you get to the register, the staff acts weird as if a major problem has occurred. Then the manager comes to the front to inform that the price is for the basket ?!? Really, then why don't you identify the decorative items as such?!? Very annoying! Yesterday, I returned I noticed that the prices very unusual higher than previous days. I was interested in purchasing an item and was taking a final walk around before purchasing the item. All of a sudden, this guy comes up to me and hand signals that they are closing in 3 minutes. Waving three fingers in the air as if I was deaf? Really, it felt awkward and weird . Who does that?!? I left without buying anything. Customer service, regardless if it's a high end store or a local thrift shop is vital. Customers need to feel welcomed and comfortable while shopping! Otherwise, they will not patronize the store. Not sure if I'll will return.

    Cal's Books - usedbooks - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...