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    LibroMobile

    4.9 (15 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    cool alley
    Jo S.

    While we were strolling around downtown Santa Ana recently, we stumbled onto Libro Mobile, a tiny, cute bookstore that just opened in the area (it was a book truck before, kind of). Now it finally has its own space off 4th St. with Spurgeon (it's a cute back alley with street art to look at as well), near the Yost Theater. The people working here were very nice, cool, fun to chat with. There isn't an indie bookstore in downtown Santa Ana, so Libro Mobile is a nice addition to the area. They sell mostly gently used books, a bit expensive (half of the regular price). The selection is OK, it could be better organized, but since the business just opened in a regular space, there's time. My husband found a cool film book and I bought it for him (it was his b-day weekend trip!), like I mentioned, $10 (bit steep), but good condition. In the era of bookstores disappearing, it's great to see a new one opening, especially an indie one. So if you live in the area or you visit, check it out. You might find something cool, especially if you're a bookworm like myself. Way to go, Libro mobile!

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    1 year ago

    Great store, the books, staff and selection are incredible. The variety of books is amazing. There is even a cool coffee bar.

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    11 months ago

    If you are looking for great books at great prices and be part of the amazing Santa Ana community, this place is for you!!!

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    4 years ago

    Amazing place for new and used books. Many sections for all readers, including for kids. Community space also!

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    7 years ago

    Very helpful: Referred me to another bookstore, and Answered my call promptly, too, on early Sunday night! Thank you :)

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    Bookoff - Costa Mesa

    3.7(285 reviews)
    4.2 mi
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    Maybe it's the proximity of this particular location to Japanese businesses or perhaps there's just…read moresomething about this part of OC, but I found this Bookoff to be a delight. Sure, the parking can be hectic sometimes. After all, there is a Tokyo Central right next to it, but that's what makes this location so good. You can spend hours perusing the aisles for some good finds but can take a break and get some Pocky or a bento or a Fanta nearby without ever breaking theme. What's even better is it feels like the employees enjoy working here. They greet you warmly when you walk in and that hospitality Japan is known for is reflected in this staff, even if they aren't Japanese and this isn't Japan; the spirit still carries. So does the nostalgia walking through the aisles. If you played video games throughout the 90s to now you'll see pieces of your childhood everywhere you look: a Super Famicom with Chrono Trigger for sale or a Vegeta action figure going Super Saiyan or the many mangas of Rumiko Takahashi such as Ranma 1/2 or Inuyasha. In encapsulates otaku culture through the ages well. Even looking for books of different genres and authors can be found, some new but most used. It doesn't mean they aren't good. It just means they're pre-loved. This means you can get a bargain for some books you might have been meaning to check out for a great price. They also have book sales all the time. If you feel a need to lighten your collection at home, whether it be action figure or games you no longer play, Bookoff buys them from you. It means your cash could go even further if you have things to sell. Though the size of Bookoffs in America does have me wishing they were larger like their Japanese counterparts they do pack quite a lot for the space they occupy. You can spend 15 minutes to multiple hours here, depending on what you're looking for. I say that means it's worth checking out. After all, the worst that can happen is if you don't find anything to tickle your fancy you can always go to Tokyo Central or IKEA right after.

    I love this spot. It's one of the OGs, and I've been coming here for a long time. There are some…read moregenuinely great finds--plenty of $1 items, solid deals on DVDs, and every once in a while something really special slips through the cracks. That said, the pricing is all over the place. It's obvious they rely heavily on some kind of algorithm to assign value, and when it works in your favor, it really works. I've picked up items worth hundreds of dollars for a few bucks. But the flip side is rough--things priced at $100 that you could easily find for $10-15 elsewhere. That inconsistency is both the magic and the frustration. Selling to them is another story. They'll give you next to nothing unless it's something truly high-end, and even then, you're usually better off selling elsewhere. The margins are so far off at times that it really makes you wonder who's willing to take those deals. They do require ID and seem to follow the rules, but the reality is this kind of setup attracts people who either don't know what they have, don't care, are impatient, or are desperate. And yes, it also likely attracts people unloading stolen goods because they know the items are valuable, even if the payout is low. The store itself is very DIY. Nothing is cataloged, staff can't really help you with inventory, and what you see is what's available. Customer service is minimal--they're mostly focused on sorting and loss prevention. There's also an awkward dynamic between management and floor staff that you can feel when you're in there. At the end of the day, this place is a gamble. Sometimes you walk out feeling like you scored big. Other times you find something rare and exciting that's priced so high it might as well be untouchable. It almost screams desperation and lack of knowledge on the selling side--but ironically, that's exactly what brings in so much good stuff. If you know what you're doing and have patience, this place can be incredible. If not, it'll just feel chaotic.

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    BookTown USA

    BookTown USA

    4.2(64 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    How in the world did I let this used bookstore slip under the radar? It's been here for 20 years?…read more What? I feel so ignorant! We do not have many independent bookstores around anymore so to find this literally sparked joy! Glad husband and I had a chance to wander through this wonderland of books. There are a lot to dig, for sure. We spent a good hour there, most of it conversing with the owner, Thomas. He is really nice and knows his books for sure! It was super cool getting to know him in such a short period of time. Anyway, I guarantee that you will walk out with a book in hand! I found a couple books...this should keep me busy for a little bit, lol. Husband, of course found a few too, for his library. Every time I mention "let's go the bookstore", husband would always frown because we have so many books! I would respond, "would you rather me shop for another handbag?" LOL. Yea...I didn't think so. Reading is fundamental. Keep on reading and exploring and discovering new stories and adventures in a book near you. Come and support this local bookstore and keep it alive. We need them as much as they need us. Happy reading!

    great experience coming to BookTown USA - the owner is wonderful and knowledgeable on various types…read moreof books. He is patient and helpful when choosing the right book for you. I love coming here and browsing the shelves, there is a large selection and everything is reasonably priced. Always happy to stop in

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