Point Reyes Books is one of those magical bookstores where you walk in and want to read everything on display. They have a large selection of naturalist and environmental books. The staff is friendly and it's easy to all of a sudden find that you've been browsing for an hour looking at all the interesting topics. read more

Wonderful selection of books, so well-curated! I was a visitor to Pt Reyes, but I almost want to come back just for this bookstore!

My niece and I walked in this store excited to browse the books and were immediately met with the rudest lady that I can only assume is the owner. My niece said she was hungry and I asked her to be quiet and the lady locked eyes with me and said very rudely that we cannot do that in there. I didn't see any signs that children and talking were not allowed. It's a book store not a library and it's a child. The amount of disrespect given to us was insane for simply walking in. She then walked out of the store after us to stare at us while we walked down the street. I had never been treated so poorly by a shop owner for simply speaking. If I could give it less than one star I would. read more

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Such a charming bookstore in this coastal town. Friendly staff and great book selections. I picked up a tote bag & a gift for a friend. Highly recommend stopping by! read more

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Lovely little bookstore with great selection! I loved the local book collections as well as the staff recommendations. I ended up buying a California Field Atlas by Obi Kaufmann as well as a book on drawing birds. Would definitely visit again if I'm in the area! read more

Incredible selection with great suggestions abound. Perfect for everyone, from "I have all the books and want something totally new," to "I'm here for the weekend and want something to curl up with to watch the birds." Can't wait to come back. read more

Point Reyes Station is an especially quaint and inviting town-- and those who have a discerning taste in books will find Point Reyes Books an especially excellent place to browse. They curate a wonderful selection of literature, poetry, spirituality, art, and non-fiction. I particularly appreciate their selection of nature and environmental titles. They also offer a nice selection of local authors as well as one of the best sections of books about indigenous peoples I have seen. If you are looking for the latest bestseller or pop culture or self help titles, you will very likely not find it here, but if you enjoy finding a treasure you did not previously know about, then this is the perfect store for you. Some of the other reviewers here at Yelp complained about less than helpful or polite staff. I will admit that I am never greeted cheerfully or made to feel like a valuable customer, but I am far too interested in browsing the wonderful books they have selected to ever find it problematic (and they often offer signed copies from their various author readings). They have also never been rude or dismissive. It is very obvious the selections have been chosen by sellers who know and love good books. I, for one, hope they continue to stay in business for many years to come. My personal thanks to all involved for offering such a rich opportunity for those of us who love to read and collect books. read more

The place to be on Sunday. Super crowded but get there a little early to beat the crowd. Next door is a coffee and bakery. Grab something there first and then spend a lot of time in the bookstore. Staff is nice. So many books in this little hole in the wall. So hard to choose what to select. read more

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Had to walk out of the store because I couldn't tolerate the rudeness from the elderly woman behind the register. She criticized a gentleman for using improper grammar and then continued to mock the way he spoke as she was helping a different customer. I commend the guy she was rude to for keeping his cool. He clearly heard her comments, everyone in the store could as well. read more

Good selection, but weirdly rude owner/staff. When I said no worries about them not having a book, she said "I'm not worried" in return?? I'd rather support other local bookstores. read more

WOW! This is the best bookstore I've been to in ages! The place is adorable and the selection of books is very unique!! The prices were reasonable (cheaper than Barnes and Noble) and it was just super fun to look around. Highly recommend. read more

It is great to have an independent bookshop to browse. There is a big children's section and a lot of local books too.

This is a drive worth taking! I've been hiking in Point Reyes for a decade and only recently did I finally stop at this bookstore. I remember the first time, I spent at least half an hour looking at each bookshelf and honestly I wasn't ready to leave. The second time, I saw a book by the window as I entered and immediately asked to see what it was all about. The mark of a great bookstore is by the way the books are shelved. Thank you for taking the time to source a collection of amazing books and making them so easy to find! read more

This is one of the best bookstores I have ever been to (and I have been to bookstores around the world). Perfect balance of curation and selection. If they suggest a book, just get it, and come here to find tables of books that are hand selected for readers. read more

Stopped by on a busy Saturday. Nicely curated book store with a wide selection of books. The service was less than I would hope for (does it hurt to say hello or thank you?) but it did not prevent me from buying two books. read more

This is a small bookstore in a nice little area of this town. I enjoy going to smaller bookstores to browse and get some reading recommendations. This bookstore seems to have a little bit of everything (used/new). They seem to prefer science and nature books based on location of these books and the reading recommendations prominently displayed. Nice bookstore that's worth a visit. read more

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This bookstore is quite a gem and definitely worth a stop if you're traveling through this area. It's a small but mighty bookstore featuring local as well as international writers. I loved the carefully written book recommendations and ended up buying three books that I can't wait to start reading! read more

I just came across the talk by Barry Lopez at the bookstore in May 2019, following the release of his book "Horizon." It says much about the store and the Point Reyes community that they would invite Mister Lopez to hear him speak. As the camera panned the audience I saw people who I could identify easily with -- "my kind of people." It has been many years since I was in Point Reyes Station, but I know that the next time I am in San Francisco I will drive up Highway One to get back to the bookstore. It is a treasure that I will always support. For everyone with a solid sense of good things, it is a place that serves as a beacon of creative intelligence and genuinely American idealism. read more

Manager (or owner) opening on a Sunday morning was upset to open the door, and outright rude. Not sure if it was a bad day for her (hopefully it's just a one-off) but I cannot support a store, which treats customers so poorly. Oh well. read more

I think Point Reyes Books is one of the best little independent bookstores I've ever had the pleasure to know. It's impossible for me to walk through the door and not walk out empty handed, and that's not just because I have a book fetish. The selection is excellent, there are often local authors featured, and for the space they have it is remarkable how much breadth and depth they have. This time I walked out with Scott McCloud's "The Sculptor" and then spent a few happy hours tearing through that amazing new graphic novel while I sat at Stinson Beach. I was so happy to see copies of Michael Pollan's "An Eater's Manifesto" which I bought a few years ago at the Slow Food festival in SF and then promptly lost. I didn't remember that Point Reyes Books was at the festival and had no idea that they are the only place that sells it (there is also a book by that title, but I'm talking about the lovely, suitable-for-framing broadside that is produced by Point Reyes Books.) read more

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I love wandering into independent book stores. Yes I have a Kindle and Gayle has an ipad2, but both of us still buy books that we can hold in our hand and really turn the page. I hope that lasts. I stop at Point Reyes Books whenever I'm in town, which isn't often enough. It's small, rickety, and packed with all sorts of new and old literary goodies. The folks inside (on both sides of the counter) know their books too. Just my kind of place! The only thing missing is a indoor spot to but the books, some coffee, and a Bovine Bakery treat together. read more

Was sightseeing in the area and stopped at the bakery next store, I also recommend the Bovine chocolate almond cherry cookies. I love local bookstores to experience the feel of a town. Point Reyes Books had a lady behind the counter with friendly connections and service. They carry current and used books. I purchased two new beautifully illustrated children's books. If in the area, it's a great spot to wonder the aisles and discover new reading material. read more

Do not drive out of your way for this place. But if you are passing by worth a quick stop. Stock is ok but could be better. Don't expect to discover a real 'find' read more

Well-a bookstore that is loaded with really interesting books. Old and new books stacked to match and pique your interest. I got stuck in the back portion of the bookstore looking at this one authors perverted mind travel. I don't remember the book but it was surely a trip turning the pages on this one. The wooden rickety floors matches the smell and stench of a pure old location. This bookstore has one or two chairs to sit while you read my dear readers. This is a true blue mom and pops operation. Do not expect wifi and coffee here either. Do check it out! You will smell what I mean :) read more

When you walk into a bookstore and there's an entire shelf of books devoted to resisting the person who currently lives in the White House, you've come to the right place. And a place that is five stars. It has a very small community feel, there was a book discussion that day with a gardening author. They also have current selections. Point Reyes Station is a special small town. Point Reyes books is a special small bookstore. If you're done with a hike, done seeing the seagulls fly along Limantour Beach or done seeing the views from Sky camp, go here. Read about where you hiked, see the pictures and appreciate the small town feel. Point Reyes is magical, it's only fitting it has a magical bookstore to go with it. read more

Fantastic small/independent bookstore with a fine selection of new books in various genres as well as a small section of used. My 13yo daughter and I happened to stumble on it on our way to meeting friends at a restaurant which made it all the more enjoyable because there is nothing we enjoy more than happening upon a bookstore by surprise. She found a used Agatha Christie novel and Moleskine notebooks. It was the frosting on an already wonderful day exploring the Lighthouse. Look forward to visiting again! read more

This bookstore is so good, it's ruined my other favorites. It is small, but has an amazing selection. I bought two books (The Red Parts by Maggie Nelson and Your Art Will Save Your Life by Beth Pickens), and I finished both in one weekend. I saw a few other books that looked interesting and I didn't buy them, and now I'm kicking myself. Boohoo. I want to take off a star because they are too far away from me, but that's not really fair. read more

Bookstores have almost disappeared. Thanks to independent bookstores like Point Reyes Books, you can still relive those days of browsing through the shelves and flipping the pages. You will find topics on history, music, art, food, language and a Webster Dictionary. A great place to take the kids so they can browse the children's section. read more

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Excellent selection, friendly staff. They carry many books on nature, environment, poetry, philosophy that aren't in most retail bookstores. read more

Pt. Reyes Books is a fun little place in quirky downtown Pt. Reyes Station. They've got an assortment of magazines, old books, and new releases. It's one of those places where you can get a magazine, then sit down at Bovine Bakery or go across the street to Toby's to get a coffee. Pt. Reyes Station is a tiny town; remarkably, it was a boomtown in the era before the 1906 quake... and not much has changed. Philip K. Dick, who penned such futuristic philosophical novels that inspired movies like "Minority Report","Blade Runner","Through a Scanner Darkly" and "Total Recall" lived in rural Pt. Reyes Station, which hasn't changed much since he lived here. The bookstore has breathtaking views of Mt. Vision, and Mt. Wittenberg, mountains literally carried from the LA area to the Marin coast. One could understand why PKD was into virtual reality. Pt. Reyes Books is a fun, quirky place. read more

Nothing new to add. This is STILL an excellent bookstore! Don't let the small size fool you. As I stated before all their books are gems. The book buyers have fantastic tastes. In addition to their books they have a small collection of cd's and audiobooks. This is a MUST stop (along with Bovine Bakery) when going toPoint Reyes! read more

Surprisingly large and varied selection of books from local, regional, and national authors. I was looking specifically for a book about Bolinas ("The Town That Fought to Save Itself") and while they didn't have it in stock, the gentleman working the front desk was friendly and helpful. Not only is the selection quite large, but the do a great job at selecting and placing the books in interesting arrangements. read more

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How great is it that Stinson Beach, Bolinas and Pt Reyes Station ALL have bookstores? Really great. This is a good one with a fine selection of new and used books, served up with a friendly reception. (and the New York Times) read more

This tiny, one-room bookstore is adjacent to a no-frills, damned-good-coffee (no lattes!) bakery and coffeeshop -- and both offer a great deal on cheap, affordable, and high-quality goods that you can't find elsewhere ... like, oh, say, Missoula, Montana. The dude at the bookstore can be a bit snarky at times, but I just chock it up to the fact that print is going out of fashion, and indie bookstores are shutting down. Hey: even Barnes n' Noble declared bankruptcy some years ago, and they're practically the Walmart of books. Either way ... Point Reyes Books is solid. I got a comprehensive coffee table tome of Patrick Nagel's works, a literary anthology, and a creative writing instruction manual for less than $30 total. They do take ATM and credit cards. Just because they're out in the boondocks doesn't mean that they've never heard of electricity. And yes, they have the Internet. read more

I. Love. Books. But what I love more are little indie bookstores. And you know what I love EVEN MORE? Owners of little indie bookstores who give and give and give back to their community. Kate and Steve, the owners of the place, continually pour their grace into our little community. They have a fantastic selection of books (much to my dismay I ALWAYS find something...i have a problem....) and what they don't have they will get for me in a day or two. They buy used books as well though I don't know how fair their purchase prices are since I have trouble parting with my books. The employees are lovely and possess a deep knowledge of books in general and every time I've been looking for a good book and they recommend one, it's been FABULOUS. A super plus is that they are next to the Bovine Bakery so you can increase your joy with a book and your waistline with a pastry. Careful with the coffee next door - it's high octane. VROOM! Kate, one half of the the dynamic duo that owns the place just published a book...I got it today! YAY Kate! I super heart Point Reyes Books. pssst...eReaders are evil. support your local bookstore peeps! read more

Took a picture of two books with my cell phone and the old lady and man that own the store went nuts yelling at me (never treat a customer inappropriately) about people buying books on Amazon. I've been a customer there for many years, but never mind that. Time for the couple to close it up or sell it and retire. I told my wife to put her book selection back, we're leaving. I figure they lost a sale of three books, and I will never set foot in there again. And as far as buying the books on Amazon, that is a great idea which I hadn't thought of. Good luck to the evil pair! read more

A fine lagniappe to a trip to the area. So what would you want in a bookstore that is (understandably) too small to carry everything? You'd want the owner to filter out the books you'd like the least. As the store's inventory got smaller, the odds would be getting better that any book you happened upon would be to your liking. What else would you want? You'd want it to have a lot of books, but you wouldn't want to feel crowded. You'd like the place to be organized, and to smell good. You'd like it to be pleasant. You'd like to come across books of genuine interest that you hadn't known of before. You'd like to get that genuine thrill of finding new reads that you know you're gonna love. You'd like to enjoy the surprise of finding such a delightful store in such a small town. That's what you just might get at Pt. Reyes Books. read more

This place is an absolute treasure. Rilus C probably said it the best- you can pull almost any book off the shelf, and make an excellent choice. The owners are wonderful and go beyond helpful- they truly care about their customers, and are interested in what people are reading, and why. Just one of those rare experiences where shopping feels like connection...and with great reads thrown in, who could possibly, possibly, want more? These guys are my heros. read more

I would love to visit this place every day if I could. It's simply a well-curated, old-guard bookstore when an independent bookstore is too much of a rarity. I loved my visit so much that I would consider going back to Point Reyes for the sole purpose of coming here. Of course, I bought a book. read more

The books are great, the staff is rude and grumpy. If you're looking for an excellent selection of books on the Point Reyes Peninsula, this is the place. If you want to connect with the local staff, forget it -- no welcome, no smiles, no help. The owner is pompous and about as friendly as a New York cab driver. Kind of a turnoff and def not a small town experience. But Bovine Bakery, next door, is wonderful and after you finish your coffee and croissant (don't you dare cross the bookstore threshold with food or drink), mosey in with a thick skin and the resourcefulness to help yourself. read more