This cozy independent bookstore may be small, but it's filled with an amazing selection of books. I…read moreespecially loved the variety of Spanish and bilingual titles, along with books by BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and local authors that you don't always find at larger bookstores. The staff is welcoming, and you can really feel their passion for creating a space that brings the community together. I also love that they host workshops, book readings, and offer free resources like Wi-Fi and a community board. The location is in a busy shopping center, but there is parking available. If you're looking for affordable books while supporting a local small business that truly makes a difference, I highly recommend stopping by. Every purchase helps keep special places like this thriving!

This place is absolutely amazing! I drove 35 minutes to go visit what I thought would be this…read morelittle hole in the wall book stand. But I wanted to check it out because I had heard of the good it does for the community and wanted to support it... and also to browse their Spanish book collection. I was immediately taken aback at the diverse selection of both new and used books. Although it is a small store, it is packed with so many good options. I went in to browse and maybe pick up one or two newbies, but ended up leaving w 7 gems. All used books, but in good condition. With taxes, I spent only a little over $30. I was able to pick up books of stories with Mexican, Nicaraguan, Salvadoran, Puerto Rican, and Indian backgrounds. I was in literary heaven! My favorite part of the shop was a little room in the back that has shelves stocked with really old stuff. There are 2 chairs in there for patrons to sit and browse, and black and white photographs draped on the walls to accentuate the room. I had an immediate spike in endorphins! Other pros: the staff is very helpful, they have a little coffee cart from a local business pop up on weekends, and they host various community events/workshops. I love how community oriented this business is and hope that more people continue to support it!

This is honestly my favorite book store to visit. The kids section is so fun, with a great…read moreselection of used and new books. They also have the best nature inspired table and chairs for the little ones to read at. My daughter (2) LOVES it there. Also, if you're looking for a bookclub they host so many. I am a part of four different ones, and they have all been so wonderful and welcoming. I cannot recommend Arvida more, if you're every nearby take the time to visit, you will not regret it!

This women owned bookstore is my dream business. New Books, vintage and antique books, used books…read moreand more. Get yourself a coffee and join one of the book clubs that meet there. They even have a cute outdoor area where I saw a book club meeting. Near the kids books there is a cute little hidden reading nook which looks kid friendly (looks too small for an adult). The books are priced well and service was excellent. Free parking in their lot. No public restrooms available.

Great collection and helpful staffs. Can't get enough of the book smell Need at least 85read more

My son and I should just work here. We come here that much and it's so exciting to me to see this…read moreconcept of vintage, historic, and new best sellers all in one location. My father authored 3 books and is a collector of SEA books. My mom's mom owned a neighborhood bookstore. So, books are literally life. In their glass case, they currently have a Bruce Lee book in their collector's section that I really want, but you know my son's gotta eat and we can eat books. The service has and consistently is highly knowledgeable, patient, and welcoming to not just us, but to all who walk in. The value is = or better than Barnes and Nobles because they have point systems and 2 x a year, the local's favorite..."The Fire Sale!" Although this is not like the Standard in New York, it is definitely top 3 of my favorite book stores of all time.

In keeping with funky, unique, mostly one-of-a-kind vibe going on in and around The Lab, this store…read moredoes not disappoint. While they have art, it's very unusual...some were way cool, and some were just bizarre. While they have books, those, too, are very unique and interesting. We didn't spend as long as I would have liked, but we can always return !!! It was a cool store for sure.

I'm sad to write this review. I had a gift certificate for As Issued that was given to me in 2013…read more After we moved, the certificate was lost in a box. But, I recently found it! I asked the store if they would still honor it and they said they "have no way of proving it's authenticity." You may not know, but their gift certificates from that time were printed on old library catalog cards and signed by the owner. Pretty easy to see that mine is authentic. I'm more upset because there is a law in California which states "expiration dates, service fees and dormancy fees are prohibited by law for single-store cards." If I misread the law, I apologize. Nevertheless, I'm still upset that I couldn't use my gift after being so happy to initially receive and then to find it again after so long.

I love this library bookshop! I wish the were open later in the evenings…read more I've found some great things at this bookstore and their turn around is pretty good. Prices are great for used books!

The Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library Book Corner is located on the west side of the Yorba…read moreLinda Public Library, right under the big stair case. There are two ways to get to this small book shop, one is to walk past the main entrance of the library and go down the stair case, or you can park on the west side of the library and enter under the large stair case. The store is tiny, but you can find some steals and bargains here. Make sure you come with plenty of time, patience and cash as they have quiet a bit to look through. About half of the items that are sold are old library items and the other half have been donated by people no longer wanting them. Books usually sell for $1, some are marked a little higher depending on how valuable they really are. The purpose of the Book Corner is to raise funds for more library programming. From what I can recall, the Friends of the Yorba Linda Public Library do give quiet a bit of money back to the library. The book corner has a couple of pretty large book sales every couple of months. These book sales get packed, but can secure you some awesome scores. They sell everything from books on CD, video games, records and books for all ages and subjects! Check them out and support your local library!

I came here to donate to the food pantry in the back of the store. It is really hard to find…read morepantries like this anywhere in OC. I had planned to do some shopping too, but it was really crowded with other individuals dropping off donations (one woman that was so incredibly rude and pushed me and my stuff out of her way for absolutely no reason) and then also people coming to grab some items at the same time. The few items I did look at on my way out were priced a lot higher than I was expecting so I chose to go on about my day. I think I honestly just imagined a different experience, however it is nice they have this food pantry and it seems to help a lot of people.

My friend and I attended an Open Mic after hearing about it on Instagram. We honestly expected a…read morequiet evening with a couple of people, and we were happily surprised to arrive to a bustling space. We almost resigned ourselves to standing in the back, but we were quickly and kindly ushered to a couch. Everyone who went up to the mic was so, so good. All genres were represented: poetry, fiction, nonfiction, children's, comics. Two people even gave rousing music performances. Many people read in Spanish, and every single person read with humor, heart, and honesty. There were a lot of laughs and a lot of tears. The store truly is a safe space. Do I feel bad for not buying any books by Hispanic or Latino authors? A little bit... which is why I promise to come back and keep supporting this wonderful, beautiful, meaningful haven. MUCHAS GRACIAS!!!

Love, love, love this bookstore. They have a wide selection of used and collectible books -- from…read moreeverything (and I do mean everything) cinema to history, literature, biography, science fiction, and of course, their main specialty, magic. Since I love books, I appreciate their books on books, and they always manage to have some surprises tucked away, like gardening, philosophy, southern California history, and even travel. None of these are your standard issue books, but specially chosen, eclectic and fascinating titles. They also have posters, lobby cards, ephemera and a wide selection of classic and independent film DVDs. Great customer service, fair prices, and they are a fountain of knowledge on their subject areas. If I want to find something special for someone they always know just what to suggest. Do I sound like I'm gushing? Well, I just can't tell you what a pleasure it is to be in a place that still believes in providing a classic secondhand book store experience. Remember when there used to be great used book stores in every city? This is one of the last ones left! Make sure to call ahead, but it's worth it.

This location is pretty big. I think in comparison to the one I've been to in Monterey Park, I…read morethink this is the better location. However there are other locations around LA/OC area. Out of the 2 locations I've been to, this has a better parking lot as well. Since the store is a lot bigger, that means a lot more selection of figures, books, manga, videos and more. In general, I do enjoy this store as it has great value. I found quite a few things that were quite cheaper here than if you go to a large retail store. If you have anything that you may want to get rid of (but works very well or in good shape) you can see if they're willing to it and give you an estimate. The staff are helpful to help you (the best of their ability) to find what you are looking for or need.

Came in randomly on a Sunday afternoon when we saw the store on the road. We were excited to see…read morewhat kind of book store it was. Lots of books, old school games, dvds, action figures or collectibles, videos and more. You could spend a lot of time in here if you are only perusing. Everything was tidy and well-organized. I think some of the of books were out of place from topics but for the most part, it was kept clean. Lot of the products and books were in pretty good condition. Some products were a little pricey for secondhand use..but nonetheless pretty cool spot. Service was alright--didn't really talk to the staff all that much and they seemed pretty busy organizing the books and shelving. The cashier that helped me didn't really give me any vibe other than he was just there to do his job which isn't a bad thing but I've definitely experienced more hospitable customer service at other book stores.