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    Dave's Olde Book Shop

    4.6 (126 reviews)

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    Nami A.

    I am going to be honest-- prices can get steep here. Not too steep, but steep enough. Regardless, this little shop makes me feel warm and welcome, and that is something that you can't put a price tag on. I love the cat, love the little quotes carefully placed all around the shop, and I love that I can really tell that the people who take care of this place love books just as much as me. I will definitely come back, the cat is just too cute!!!

    The feline helper
    Jessie A.

    I was blows away by the service i was provided. I came in requesting the horniest book for my most virgin-e-est friend. The guy smiled and said "right this way" ! He directed me to the "erotic" section which was unimpressive to say the least. HOWEVER. I was able to get what i needed and i was also graced by this cute kitty cats presence. Love this place. Awesome vibes and very helpful people. Definitely recommend

    Erin H.

    This was so cute and very well stocked! The front desk lady was incredibly warm and helpful. She even got on her hands and knees to help me find a book. We weren't ever able to find it (even tho computer said it was there) but she said she'd keep an eye out and put it aside for me if she found it. So nice. Will definitely return anytime I need a book. Used and new books.

    My son and @Agethathecat
    Ami B.

    This is one of the best, not only bookshops in the South Bay, but the greatest group of people, owner and staff!! Hands down! How could you not love Agatha the Cat (well of course, maybe allergies)! My son has behavioral and learning struggles, but here he loves to get a book, sit and read! It really calms him to be able to pet Agatha!! It's incredible! As an a avid reader myself, I'm so happy to finally have found a place that my son can share the love of reading! The owner Ben is so generous, always supporting our school fundraisers and is a gem in this community!!

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    It was great to browse an actual small, cozy book store for a good long while. That book store smell... Helpful staff too.

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    Amazing store. I thought, I would not find anything but wow! It was everything I didn't know I needed. The book are organized Amazingly.

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    Ask the Community - Dave's Olde Book Shop

    Does anyone know what happened to this bookstore, and more importantly, who bought the inventory?

    I was wondering is you had a dollar book section?

    Yes, we have a few carts in the front of the store and in the rear parking lot that have $1 and $2 books any time it’s not raining. Thanks for asking.

    Hi there - I know your voicemail says you're closed until May 15th(possibly later), but is there a way we can still support? Do you have a curbside option if we called ahead for a book you may have?

    I don't know how long ago you asked this, but they are supposed to announce a reopening on their Facebook page soon. In the meantime you can call and leave a voicemail with your request.

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    4.7(83 reviews)
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    The pearl in the oyster of a bookstore. It makes me sad I do not live closer so this could be my…read moreregular book haven. The world needs more book stores like this. While I was purusing, I heard the sales associates helpiing others with book searches and book club information. It sounds like they have a number of book clubs going at the same time which makes me green with envy. Somebody please open a bookstore like this in Santa Clarita Valley, Ca.! At the time of my visit there was a children's reading event going on in the children's section. There were young adults picking out their spring break reads. There is also a courtyard and coffee shop somewhat attached. I did not try the coffee, but will the next time I am in Manhattan Beach. This is a charming bookstore, well designed, with sooo many staff picks and recommendations. Make sure to pay them a visit when you are in the area. And if you live close by, I hate you :) I paid to park on the street very close to the shop, however there may be other parking I am not sure. Happy Reading!

    I absolutely loved my visit to Pages, a friendly neighborhood bookstore. The shelves are…read morewell-organized and every genre has a great curated selection. The staff are so helpful in finding exactly what you need and chatting about the books, or letting you browse quietly if that's what you'd prefer. I also wanted to shoutout their online ordering system; I ordered a book that wasn't available due to shipping issues, and their staff reached out to me right away to reimburse me and present some other selections. Excellent customer service!

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    Book-Off - Children's Section

    Book-Off

    4.3(18 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    This Book-Off is defined as the clearance Book-Off in the Del Amo Mall. Yes, the Del Amo Mall does…read morehave two separate Book-Off locations. One is over by JCPenney while this one is right next-door to Macy's. The shop is on the upper level of the mall. Thus, you just have to grab the elevator, go to the far side of the mall, and there it is. Once inside, as is the case with all Book-Off locations, you will find tons and tons of books. What's unique about this location is that all of the books are only one dollar. Yes, one dollar. Every book in this store is just one dollar. And, they have some great books. Everything from sought after hardcovers by well-known authors, to tons and tons of paperback books on all subjects. Pretty much any subject, by any author, you're will find something here. Beyond just books, this Book-Off also offers tons of CDs. These CDs are also offered for only one dollar. So, if you're looking to grab some great music, this is an excellent place to do it. Just like the books they offer, they have a vast variety of CDs here. So, you'll really be able to find some great music from every genre of music that you like. Overall, this is a very self-serve style shop. You go in there, you seek out what you're looking for, you go up to the counter, you pay for it, and you're gone. It's a simple as that. Overall, if you're looking for a great book, a good CD, you're probably gonna be able to find it here.

    Upstairs in the Del Ami mall, right next to Macy's department store is the location of this…read moreBook-Off. The main Book-Off is downstairs. This one is their outlet store. Everything in the store is $1! They have tons of used books and movies on CD. Yes, aisles of books, movies, and used games. They also have a display in the middle of the store of anime key chains. They've been here for a while now, but not as much foot traffic upstairs at this mall as downstairs. I rarely come up here, and forgot all about it. Employees are busy stocking the shelves. But they're not too busy to stop and ring you up for your purchase. Parking: Plenty of free, shared, mall parking.

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    Books Kinokuniya

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    4.0(37 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    This is the main Kinokuniya I go to, and it's where I usually special‑order all my Japanese…read morebooks--Hobby Japan mooks like *Gundam Weapons*, *Gundam Forward*, HJ Mechanics, plus Hyper Rev and *Option* car magazines. I don't really browse much anymore; I just bring them the ISBN and they take care of everything. They're super fast, they email and call when the order comes in, and the books always show up in perfect condition. Since each Kinokuniya is basically its own franchise, every store has a different vibe. This one leans more toward stationery and gifts than a huge selection of Japanese books or magazines. It's a great date spot, but not really the place to dig for rare anime or manga collectibles. The space is smaller than some of the other LA locations, and with Animate nearby, they don't carry every item you might expect. If you want something specific, just order ahead and use their buying service--it's the move.

    Super cute store! I haven't visited one in awhile, but this one in Torrance, though small, is…read morepacked with lots of unique Japanese goodies. There's houseware, beauty products of all kinds and collectibles like blind boxes and kawaii plushies. Everything is a bit pricey, but considering the quality and unique imported items, it's expected. Online ordering for pick-up was a cinch; they got a specialty manga shipped within days and held it for me for over a week (just make sure you call in if you can't pick up in 7 days just in case). The website isn't the best, but it's usable if you know what you're looking for. Would come back if I wanted to order a specific item or wanted some unique gifts or beauty products. On busy days, it can get cramped fast in that little store, so be prepared.

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    BookOff Del Amo Fashion Center - outdoor view

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    3.4(156 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    Ever since I first discovered the Book-Off chain in Tokyo, I have been a fan of these stores…read more Basically, they offer a whole lot of books: i.e., the name, Book-Off. But, this is not all they offer. They also offer a lot of other things, depending on the location. Just as is the case with the stores around Tokyo, each Book-Off is somewhat different in their offerings. This Book-Off is no different. Over the many years that this Book-Off has been in business, it has witnessed an evolution in what they offer for sale. When they first opened, their basic commodity was books, and music, mostly via CDs, along with some movies on VHS and DVD. They also offered various computer games. Over the years these items have changed. At this location, their primary focus has remained on books, but they have also expanded. There has been periods of time when they even offered things like musical instruments. You'd walk by, look in their front window, and they'd have guitars hanging there. I think this is the great thing about the Book-Off stores. They are each unique locations, and though they do focus on books, each store is a very unique entity onto itself, offering a unique collection of which only that particular location focuses upon. As I write this review, what they're offering is books, CDs, DVDs, PC games, some PC controllers, and a little bit of everything else. In some ways, you never really know what you're going to find here, which makes this a fun shop to look into. This business is located on the lower level of the Del Amo Mall. It's close to stores like JCPenney's. So, it's never hard to find. It's right over by the escalators for those of you who know the mall. So, if you're looking for a book, some music, maybe a PC game, or maybe something else that you never knew that they would be offering, this may be your place to find it.

    One of the most complete, well-stocked and well-structured BookOffs out of the many here in SoCal…read more I've visited probably 6 different locations, including 3 in OC (Costa Mesa, Westminster and another one that I think already xlosed) and also the Monterrey Park, Little Tokyo and Gardena ones. This is my 7th BookOff and the prices are great considering how the second hand market is for books, CDs, video games, etc. You can purchase with the confidence that the product will work as intended, rather than taking a chance with eBay stuff that may be cheaper but could arrive non-functional.

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