A beautiful bookshop and flower shop. Seriously, this place is what dreams are made of! Whether…read moreyou're looking for a new book or a bouquet, Wijaya is a great place to buy a gift for someone or to treat yourself. I've visited a couple times now, but on my most recent visit, I attended one of their ticketed flower bouquet making events. You can find a wide range of artsy book-related or flower-related events on their website. For this class, it was learning how to make a spiral bouquet. It was so fun learning this technique and leaving with a a bouquet that I had designed! Also, the owner is super kind and her patience and help with me while I made my bouquet was greatly appreciated. Can't wait to try another class!

Absolutely quaint small business bookshop hidden behind the Mexican restaurant next door. I walked…read morein blind, super excited to visit since it's a woman-owned business in my city. I was immediately greeted by a young friendly woman at the front who left me to peruse the store. There's a selection of books for everyone, with sections for various genres housed on the east wall and within their bookcases and tables. I love the idea of a blind date with a book, and they had no shortage of options! There's a small area containing tees and other merch and, even tho I'm not a big sci-fi fan, I loved the setup they had for the genre! What I hadn't anticipated was the section that had the Sweet Valley Twins books! The nostalgia was HEAVY let me tell you! :) Regardless of how small the store seemed, they do an amazing job of packing in the books and I was impressed that there's literally every type of genre you could want there. Adding to the great vibes are the comfy sitting areas with plush seating, an old typewriter you can crank out 'hellos' to future visitors on, and plants and decor that add charm to some mid century modern furniture. What makes this place so unique though is the assortment of fresh flowers in the back and the flower workshops they hold each week. I haven't gone to one yet, but I plan on it, they look really cool! I highly recommend Wijaya House to any book lover, but especially those that prefer the locally owned to the big box store. I'm planning my next visit soon. :)

I love this bookstore! Small and intimate but chock full of wonderful books, both signed and…read moreunsigned. I have met several of my favorite authors there: Michael Connelly, Robert Dugoni, C J Box, the late Thomas Perry, as well as a new author that I really like, Nick Petrie. Barbara, the owner, is the ultimate hostess and interviewer. She has nurtured so many authors as well as following their careers. Books are usually not priced, just sold for whatever is listed on the back jacket. However, they do have a couple of seasonal sales. I would totally recommend this bookstore to anyone visiting downtown Scottsdale!

I was in the area and heard of this store so I had to stop. Great selection of books and cute…read moregreeting cards. I ended up walking out with 3 books. Patrick checked us out and he was so pleasant to talk to. I definitely plan to come back next time I'm in town

I love me an old bookstore-the smell of the old books, the creaky wood floors and the set of eyes…read morethat gaze at you when you walk in the front door. It's a whole vibe and one that you just can't get with a bookstore that primarily sells new books. There are some items here that are kept under glass, making me think that they might be rare or valuable. Just browsing the shelves provides endless amounts of curiosity-about the stories or information that these treasures hold. If you're looking for something specific, you might be able to ask the shop keeper for assistance, or just come and see what treasures find you. You're guaranteed to find something!

Excellent selection of hardback old vintage books in pretty good condition. Nice selection of…read morebargain clearance outside the store for $1-3 Overall vibe is quiet and musky smelling. Good lighting and organization. Though topics are dated. Not for romance fantasy or more contemporary fiction readers. Poor poetry and traveling section. Missing many categories... Summarized in two words: overpriced and outdated. I've found the same things online for 50-80% off compared to this store.

Quaint and calm. Great stock. Friendly service. Easy to find and excellent selections.read more

Great selection of used and new books and gifts! Love the random assortment. Wonderful customer…read moreservice Jennifer is very pleasant!

Friendly personnel helped me seamlessly with an exchange. Nice vibe in the store, you can just get…read morelost browsing with no interruptions or running into too many people. The vinyl section is well stocked and the records are properly organized and sorted.

Coming here at least twice a week can not let me stay here long time for two reasons:…read more1. The quality of Wifi is so slow. 2. I ordered The Matcha Frappuccino which is not tasty. However, the employee is helpful so much.

I have a large cookbook collection and decided to start getting rid of it. Have taken a few boxes,…read moreso far. They pay a fraction of what they cost, but I hope someone else finds some pleasure in them. Better than sitting on my shelf collecting dust.

Good place to shop, but dont ever sell anything here! they take 30% in the price of the market for…read morethe thing you are selling but yet they sell it for 2x the value. they don't even give us the right amount.

My WiFi at home stopped working and the library was just not the vibe today so we checked out this…read morespot that had some raving good reviews for a place to work and sip good drinks! Right as you walk in, it's so clean and the space is very chill unlike most cafes that glare music, the music they had was subtle and perfect for remote work. They serve different types of coffee and tea and some baked goods. The space to work was large and didn't have to speed walk to save a spot. The bookstore was well stocked with good books so during a work break, I got some stickers, a new book and a fun little trinket for my purse! Definitely recommend this spot for a nice place to work remotely, sip drinks and eat baked goods. Oh and they also serve mimosas! I didn't order one this time but I will next time!

I love first draft! The baristas are super nice and coming here is one of my favorite ways to spend…read morea Sunday morning. A nice coffee or matcha while reading is the perfect start to my day

Spring Cleaning Can Be Fun! Packing up old items that are…read morestill in good condition and trading them for in-store credit is a great way to broaden your horizons while clearing out clutter. As a mom, here's what my sons and I think is worth knowing. The boys always say, "Mom, they have everything!" They especially enjoy the summer book club and the kids' section, which is filled with activities and take-home kits. Here's what you need to know: Electronics: Clean them, charge them, and bring all accessories. Original boxes are a bonus. It's a great place to upgrade devices or find missing computer parts, gaming consoles, and accessories. Books: They accept a wide variety, including religious books, cookbooks, romance novels, fiction, comics, scrapbooks, and more. Music & Entertainment: Instruments, CDs, vinyl records, movies, and other media are worth bringing in as well. If you're not happy with your trade-in value, politely ask if there's any flexibility. I've always had a positive experience with their customer service. The Trade-In Process: Bring your items to the trade-in counter. They'll take your name and phone number, review your items, and call you when they're finished. You'll receive both a cash offer and a store credit offer. For registered items, you'll need a valid ID, and fingerprinting may be required. Happy spring cleaning!

Bookmans Mesa is the best. At least once a quarter we clean out our bookshelves, board games, and…read morepuzzles, pile everything into the car, and bring it in for trade. I always feel like they give a really fair amount in trade credit, and somehow we always find new treasures to bring home. I especially love the board game section. It's packed with great options, though I do wish it was organized a bit more because there's so much to dig through. The kids area is wonderful too. On our last visit my daughter spent a ton of time browsing the young adult aisles and discovering new books. I only wish there was a location a little closer to us because we'd probably go even more often. Also throwing this out there... if they ever started a kids or teen book club, we would be all over that!