You guys: cute. This is a good ole local used bookstore - the size, the smell, the employees. All of it. In the best way. I called to see if they had a particular book, which they did. Employee was kind enough to make sure it was actually on the shelf (and not just listed as available). When it was, she asked if I wanted her to hold it for me. When I came to the store, it was waiting right at the checkout. Also, I thought it was really reasonably priced. Could I have gotten it for like $3 on Amazon? Yeah, probably. But would I rather pay a couple more bucks to support a local business - and esp a local bookstore -? Absolutely. Full disclosure, I was in and out in just a couple minutes (quick service!) so didn't have time to poke around but I def wanna come back and spend more time. TLDR: Sandpiper Books rules, Amazon drools. read more

One of the few used bookstores in the South Bay and it's nice and cozy! Selection will vary depending on what you're looking for, but I found one of the books on my TBR at a great price and had a great chat with the owner about what we were both reading. Support your local bookstore! read more

Great place to browse and find books of every topic imaginable high-quality great prices!!!!

One of my favorite bookstores to visit in the area ! The employees are so nice and sociable, you could definitely feel their passion for books :) I love spending time there read more

Finally found my new go to used bookstore! Great selection of used books and a very cute back corner set up for children. Very friendly staff! read more

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The lady at the counter was very kind and open to conversation. She was very knowledgeable as she even told me more about the book I needed. Though the store did not have the book I needed, I did find some other interesting books. read more

Such a cute and well-loved book store! It was a lot bigger than what I expected, and they had a great range of newer & older books for all to enjoy. Genres ranged from romance, young adult, fiction, politics, philosophy, history, and sci-fi! The atmosphere was very welcoming and comforting. Definitely would want to visit again given its convenient location in Torrance! read more

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Sandpiper is a very nice old-school bookstore with a good section on history and military, which I like.

I went in there to drop off some books I didn't need anymore good condition I didn't know the right outlet and I found them through bookshop.com and I walked out buying two new books. Apparently the place had been around for thirty years ? I definitely will come back the lady who helped me actually had read one of the books I bought. I definitely am coming back here. I live not to far away how could I miss it? Great prices too well displayed very neat and they have old books too! Well curated. read more

Cozy bookstore that sells both new and used books, as well as some small gifts. Hubby and I were in the area, so he dropped me off while he did other errands. Located near the Del Amo mall, Sandpiper Books is in a shopping center across from the Carl's Jr. Good-sized parking lot, so you don't need to worry about parking. Each aisle is organized with a specific genre (Fiction, Movies, Politics, Home School, Childrens, etc.), and the authors are arranged alphabetically when possible. They have some old books, some signed books, some leatherbound books, but you have to search for them through the shelves. It's a very organized bookstore with comfy, clean carpet, and it's not as messy or run-down as other bookstores, which I appreciate. Prices for new books are MSRP. There are some used books which are MSRP, as well, or discounted by a dollar off of MSRP. There are some used books that are a bit more discounted off of MSRP, but the prices tend to be a little higher than what I've seen at other bookstores. The only real gripe I have is that they paste a sticker on the back of the book for the price and barcode. Unfortunately, this sticker does not remove very easily, and either 1) damages the book during removal or 2) leaves the sticky residue. I am aware that there are some solvents out there to take of the sticky residue, but it sometimes slightly damages the book, and I hate using those type of solvents on older books that have, for example, cloth covers. read more

Came by on Saturday at 12:12 pm and the store is closed. I should have just went to Barnes and noble to begin with. Disappointed.

Love this place for used. Looks the new books are a little dusty but the service is great. It's good to see a mom and pop bookstore still thriving. read more

Didn't actually walk into the store as I called ahead to check to see if they had a specific book I needed day of as they don't have an online catalogue so this is a review of some great service! The woman that assisted me on the phone first checked their online system and after she told me it didn't pop up, she proceeded to just go check on the floor for me as she was familiar with the title (When Breath Becomes Air - get ready to cry your eyes out). While she wasn't able to find it, she immediately suggested a special order if I had the time for it, but otherwise recommended Barnes & Nobles since it was a popular title which is why they likely didn't have it. Appreciated her and her speedy, concise help. Really liked that they'll steer in the best direction for you! read more

Found this spot next to getting my nails done. Adorable. I was able to find a few used books for myself and buy a few new children's book for my nephews. The girl working was also helpful at suggesting age appropriate books for my gifts. read more

Great local used bookstore. Quaint comfortable setting, great service, extensive selection of books and good prices - what more do you want? Next time? Thinking about buying one of those books to put in my living room to fool people into thinking I am smart. read more

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I love this bookstore it's small and cozy and the staff is extremely friendly. Highly recommend

Finding a good used book store isn't easy. This one is great! It offers something for everyone and the staff is very helpful. They have vintage and rare books, new books, many departments, and a nice children's section. It's on the smaller size, but they put a lot of thought and care into their selection and have nice displays. I particularly liked their pulp section and selection of old kids books. Worth a visit! read more

A great book store, they have both new and previously read books, (think big savings) I got a 16.95 dollar idiots guide. For 11.99 plus Tax, (Another tip show military ID and get 20% off) thanks for having such a great variety of books. The vintage collection was great to look at. read more

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This is a hidden gem, super-organized with a wide range of genres in good condition. A reader's candy store! Very helpful staff as well who know their titles and authors and can make recommendations and help you find specific items quickly. read more

I went to search for vintage books for the bookshelves and the people in the store couldn't have been nicer or more helpful. They truly have a passion for their books and had everything from children's books to first edition vintage books. Highly recommend!! Here are some of the books I got from Sandpiper in their forever home read more

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Wonderful store with great, curated selection of both new and out of print books. Not to mention great music, unparalleled prices, service, and a heartfelt and comforting atmosphere. Definitely recommend! read more

I love Sandpiper Books and almost look for an excuse to be in the area just so I can stop by. It is conveniently located next to Tom's Tacos, which happens to be a favorite of my husbands, so if I'm anywhere nearby, I will usually make a stop. I come all the way from the OC and my parents are in the North Torrance area, so this is like a 20-25 minute trek across town, but it's worth it. I place my order at Tom's and browse the roller cart of discount books they have outside. It's a small bookstore, but chock full of new and used books. The children's section is in the back left corner and I love going there for some books for my toddler. I've had some great finds, all around $4 or so, and I don't mind supporting small bookstores. I hadn't been in a while and glad to see that they are surviving Covid. The woman who has been there in a past was helping me, but there was a guy sitting next to her who looked like he was cleaning books or wiping them down and ironically was not wearing his mask over his mouth or nose. That made me a little uncomfortable as the space is not big and he was like two feet from her and maybe four feet from me. I had been in there for a while, so even if he doesn't wear it while customers aren't there (which he should), he should at least put it on especially when someone is right there checking out. That makes me a little hesitant to return during this time, but again, it's a great bookstore selling new and used. read more

Great used book store! Lots of selection and well organized. Very good kids section too.

Super cute bookstore that has a wide variety of books to choose from. The staff was friendly and helpful!

I love this store! First I called to check their hours. I don't think they have a website ...what, your check to Go Daddy bounced?!, and the hours are not listed on Yelp. When I called, the lovely proprietor lady was most gracious! I asked when they close, and instead of blurting out the answer and going back to her iPod, she said, "Can I help you find a book right now?" Why certainly, lovely proprietor lady! So I told her what I was looking for, and she bounded into action! How cute is that, really. She returned in a minute or two with the perfect book, and I asked how do I get the book? She laughed, "You come in the store." Oh my. She will probably add a self-improvement book to my order. read more

A decent selection of books, and a very cute children's area. Unfortunately, there were some weird vibes - an extraordinarily large number of prominently placed books about BIPOC being brainwashed by liberals and/or Communists. It could to just be the used selection and a coincidence, but the more I browsed the more uncomfortable I felt - there are the popular books present, but a lot of titles focused on conservativism and/or discrediting a progressive or inclusive agenda. The feeling was enough that my partner and I both picked up on it independently, and ultimately left without buying anything. read more

We were eating nearby and stumbled upon this gem of a bookstore because there were shelves of sale books outside. We went in and found such a unique mixture of new books, used books, and collectible books, along with an owner who truly cares about books, books of all sorts! Modern big name bookstores seem to be arranged and operated on the basis of cash flow, whereas this bookstore is more old fashioned and personal. Tish, the owner, is conversant in books and genres and so friendly and personable. She has some unique finds and recommendations in there. This was our first time visiting under this new ownership, and it was so enjoyable to browse in a relaxed manner. People, can we please make sure that a real local bookstore can succeed by giving this store our patronage? Check it out, you'll find something unique. read more

As frequent patron of Sandpiper books I can proudly say that this is the greatest book stores I have ever gone to. This is not just something I am saying because I'm bored or had a great day. Here are 3 main reasons why anyone would want to visit Sandpiper Books 1) Staff: both timely and professional. They are always at the store and even when the days is busy they make time to accommodate the customers. 2) Inspires one to read: As I got older my desire to read began to fade. As a result I went to book collecting. But after meeting several staff members, I now find myself deep in wonderful books of various topics. 3) Great for all ages: This store caters to people of all walks of life. If I could summarize Sandpiper Books with one phrase: "It's a cool glass of lemonade on a hot summer day". read more

I only came across this lovely Bookstore as I was looking for parking to shop at CVS. & I'm glad I didn't find any parking in the front. As I walked by I noticed they had a cart outside with Great books for only a buck! Yep you read that right a dollar!! I couldn't belive it. They have a great selection on books and gently used booked for great prices!!!! read more

Really great bookstore, it just Oozes the qualities of a independent business. That this is someone's livelihood and passion, not some regular job that someone works for money. The staff are friendly and respect peoples concerns for Covid safety The location in Torrance is pretty nice too read more

I've been going to Sandpiper for years. They are the best little bookstore in the South Bay, with a great selection across many genres and a good ratio between new and used. Today my girlfriend and I stopped in to donate some old books and browse around. I'd had my eye on a two-volume Aristotle collection for a while, but it apparently sold about a week ago. That's what I get for dragging my feet! I picked out a used copy of a history paperback, and asked the clerk Colin if he knew how much a new copy would cost. He did a little research on his computer and found that a new copy would cost more than twice the price of the copy in my hand. I happily opted for the used copy! After paying, we talked to Colin about the store and our common passion for books (turns out he also wanted that Aristotle collection and waited too long) and if another customer hadn't come to the counter to check out we probably would've talked until closing. I can't recommend Sandpiper enough as a home for book lovers of all kinds! read more

I bought some cs Lewis from here. They weren't trying to sell me anything, The lady was nice. Nice store. They even gave me a free bookmark. Was a few years ago but I liked the store. read more

This was my first time buying from Sandpiper and I can guarantee I'll be back again to buy my next book. The store has a great selection with incredibly helpful staff. Even when they don't have the book you want they're more than happy to special order it for you. A fun place to shop for books! read more

Love this bookstore! Great atmosphere and the people who work there are helpful and cool. I drive out all the way from El Segundo just to go there. Awesome spot! read more

Love coming over now and then to see what might be a nice surprise. Also, if they don't have a book you're looking for, they might be able to special order it for you. I did that on my last visit and the book Inordered was available in 3 days. Also, I 'm a big fan of stationary, candles, and Notebooks. They're non book gifts are really nice as well! Love this little shop! read more

I have bought books from this shop several times now, and both the service I received and the quality of the product are excellent! They have also gone out of their way to make the books I want available to me, can't beat that! Sandpiper is at the top of my list of independent bookstores to support, and it should be on yours too! read more

Excellent service and courtesy. I figured Amazon and Barnes & Noble have a huge market share, so made a special order for a couple of small imprint children's books. Communication was excellent and my order was handled professionally. When I am making another special order, Sandpiper it is! read more

We Love this bookstore!! My sons are so excited to visit every time especially when a new book arrives. The staff is very friendly and sweet! They have a cute kids section and my 8 yo son especially loves the dog man books! read more

Most amazing and comfortable place to spend a afternoon searching for books. Great prices, lovely staff, used books are well conserved. Felt very welcoming after my first time there and even brought friends to meet the place. The lady at the checkout was so warm and even gifted me with the cutest book marker since it was my first time in the store. My only suggestion would be to have some chairs like cushion chairs or bean bags to make it even more comfortable. Keep the great job! read more

I just discovered this bookstore after moving from orange county and I'm so grateful to have a bookstore so close to home. Bookstores are sort of a dying thing unfortunately but I definitely recommend this place used books at a reasonable price, friendly staff will definitely come back to keep growing my personal library. read more