This place has only been open a few months and.... LOVE it!…read more Right across Fairfax HS on Melrose. Store is clean and books are well-organized. And already picked a $5 used book (all are out on Sundays). And the online store has any book you would want to read. If you're in West Hollywood, check this place out.

Support your local bookstores! Nestled on Melrose Avenue, where the Coco Robots rule the sidewalks,…read moreis a quaint and new bookstore. I popped in on a Wednesday evening to check out their weekly open mic. Usually they're at breweries so being around books while comics try out new material SOBER is a breath of fresh air. Owner is chill and always open to answering any questions you may have. Great selection of page turners!

Sideshow Books is a mess, but I love it. The selection is amazing. They have old books and new…read morebooks. Their prices are fair and the service is just amazing. If you can't find it, they will help you. they likely have it. We so need more real book stores. Sometimes I have to drive pretty far to get to one. You never know what you will find here. We love owner and the entire staff is just super knowledgeable. You will love this place. Don't trip over some of the books. The place is not huge and those books have to go somewhere. I think it is important to support any bookstores still standing. As I have said before soon they will be gone. What a shame.

Amazing selection - tons of treasures! Reasonable value books and so many cool finds. Owner is…read moresuper friendly and the complimentary espresso was such a treat!

My first time visiting Taschen and I was amazed. I left with 2 new books! They are perfect art…read morebooks for the coffee table. They have a nice selection with a small upstairs sitting area. The decor and art work is amazing of course ....make sure you look up at the ceiling to catch the beautiful art. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I plan on checking out their other locations as well.

This is a very beautiful bookstore. I came to check out the books, and they have a big selection…read more It reminded me of the time I was in my college library.

The Daily Planet Bookstore is just wonderful and so well crafted and curated. The smell of Incense…read morewafts to remind you that this has just the right blend of new age to anchor this place yet keep it the same times a bit woo woo - this is the place to buy a magazine for the season. Periodicals are always refreshed and Good people work here to support your perusal of them. Interview Magazine for example by Andy Warhol ( who doesn't want this in their home ) and this place has exotic internationally thick magaiznes like Apartmento which like a true book for a library this is not one you just read or look fit its to build your own person archive of books. The act of wrapping gifts is also present here and the creative wrapping paper exists here and nice people to actually wrap it for you so if you get something like a childrens book decimated to Harriett Beecher Stowe or even the Artist-formerly-known-as-Prince they can wrap it for you ( but its up to you to make sure the price tag has been removed as ive not done this one time and I still blame myself. ) so if you'd looking for a fresh Tarot Deck a book on Silvia Plath or Dorothy Parker this bookstore is for you as it's just the right blend of New York with our lovely City Of Angels.

I always enjoy stopping by the Daily Planet to peruse titles either alone or with friends…read morebefore/after/while sipping coffee from the Bourgeois Pig next door. Books, magazines, records, greeting cards, tarot cards, novelty items, smokes; they've got a great selection departing from the mundanity of the mainstream. What can I say, I am exactly the kind of person who belongs in this curated brand of alternative media's demographic (minus the witchy stuff, but if tarot and the occult appeal to you, you may find that portion of DP's inventory enticing). For instance, on one visit, I picked up a biography of kraut psych band CAN; if you happen to be aware of aforementioned band's existence, chances are you're in this demographic also. Go to the Daily Planet when you get the chance. On another trip to DP, I bought the Heartworm Reader, a collection of poems published by Heartworm Press, DP's owner's husband's publisher. (If such creative collaboration interests you and you are not already aware, DP's Amy Lee and HP's Wes Eisold are also in an excellent band known as Cold Cave.) Funnily, I knew of the band prior to stumbling upon the shop but was completely oblivious to the connection at first despite being pleasantly surprised to discover they stocked Cold Cave's records in their limited (however high quality) vinyl section. I always recommend the Daily Planet to likeminded friends visiting Hollywood, and they usually end up adding it to their lists of favorite LA spots, too.

I have been dying to come to The Ripped Bodice for so long and my husband had a random weekend off…read moreand decided he would take me. We are coming from San Diego so it was only a 2ish hour drive, we found parking right away which was really nice and I was so so excited to check it out. As soon as you step in you're greeted by such a whimsical display of books and I was instantly obsessed. The bookstore is really large and has so many great options for romance books, ya and some children's books plus tons of bookish merch. It was really hard to choose which book to get, but I ended up getting a paperback of Eldritch by Keri Lake, a magnetic book marker and a tote bag, thank you to my husband for that. I love the little Ripped Bodice tote, instead of a paper bag, they offered a reusable tote for I think $2-5? Which was a fun little souvenier! Also super dog friendly everyone was so sweet to our little Kodi!

I cannot say enough great things about this romance-focused independent bookstore. But here is a…read morevaliant attempt: 1. Expertise -- If you are new to the contemporary romance publishing scene, walk in here and be amazed. There are sooooooo many romance titles under every conceivable subgenre, and the choices are almost endless. But maybe you're looking to expand your list of favorite authors or dipping your toes into romance for the first time, and you feel overwhelmed. Fear not! Walk right up to the friendly staff and just throw out ideas. My friend asked for recommendations of romance that involves: (a) career women who takes care of everyone and needs to prioritize herself; (b) older women with life experience looking for love; (c) romance by black women about black women, just to name a few. The lovely staff member said, "I got you!" and proceeded to walk us around the store to show us her recommendations and share why she loves them. Her passion is infectious! My friend found a stack of books she's excited to read. 2. Creativity -- from the moment you walk in the door, the fanciful and whimsical decor catches your attention and exudes joy and wonder. But don't just admire the flying books all the way to the ceiling or the pink skeleton in a Ripped Bodice t-shirt. You must check out the "water closet" before you go. Trust me on this one. 3. Inclusion -- The Ripped Bodice doesn't just do romance, they do sex-positive, inclusive representation. You'll find curated selections on romance with disability and LGBTQ+ representation, romance by BIPOC authors, non-fiction books about women's sexual health and pleasure, menopause, polyamory, trans bodies, etc. and a gigantic LGBTQ+ rainbow flag made of romance covers. And have I mentioned their monthly stand-up comedy show, which features different comedians who have relatable and funny materials without the mysogynistic cringe. This place is a safe space for people of all genders and sexual orientations. 4. Community -- The spirit of community is everywhere in this amazing bookshop. You see pictures of the sisters who started and own the shop and their family (including kids) on the wall. They have book clubs for fans of historical, fantasy/paranormal, LGBTQ+ romance and more. They have a writing club that reads a book together and discusses what works and what could be better. They have book launches and author talks, including a ton of local authors as well as national phenoms. They attract people from all over and are ultra-local at the same time. And you feel like you belong, no matter who you are. Bonus: the store is in the heart of Culver City. Farmer's market, fancy ice cream, movie theatre, and a cafe that plays soccer all the time... they're all right here. 'Nuf said. Go check them out!!

Our youngest daughter is a 13-year-old movie aficionado, and she's been wanting to visit Larry…read moreEdmunds Bookshop for the longest time. When we arrived, her eyes lit up, and she immediately started scouring the aisles, looking at everything and then some. There was so much to see and so much selection--books, movie memorabilia, posters, scripts, and all kinds of treasures for a young movie buff. The only problem? Not enough allowance saved up! She definitely found more than a few things she wanted to take home. The staff was also very helpful and friendly, which made the experience even better. Needless to say, she loved the visit and is already looking forward to coming back. A must-visit for any movie lover, especially those who love the history and magic of Hollywood!

I hadn't been to Larry Edmund's bookshop in years, my teenage daughter really wanted to go there…read more She wanted to buy some Scripts and look at the books. We got there an hour before they close thinking it was gonna be enough time. Well, we could've been there for a couple hours. The sales people were very nice, not rushing us at all answered all our questions helped us out, but they have so much to look at. We wanted to go through the posters, but didn't have enough time. I'll definitely bring her back again.

I have driven by this store for years on my way to and from Hollywood and finally had the…read moreopportunity to check it out. Counterpoint has been in business since 1979. Inside you'll find vintage books, used & new vinyl, CDs, cassettes, DVDs, and more! They'll also buy from you too. Buying hours are from 1 - 6 pm daily. Every nook & cranny is packed with memorabilia, yet everything is well organized. You can spend hours here searching for that hidden treasure. Don't worry, the staff are friendly and will happily guide you in the right direction. They also host monthly events such as Mystery Movie Night and special sales like Vinyl Happy Hour. If you're a collector and looking for that rare gem you just might find it here.

Beautiful bookstore with interesting curation - I could spend hours looking through what they have…read more The rare books section is super cool! I had to resist the urge to buy every cool art and children's book I came across there. Crystal helped me navigate the store and find an excellent gift for a dear brother. The rare books are understandably expensive. They're treasures. But their main stock is super affordable. I got 3 great books for $12.

Honestly maybe this just isn't the bookstore for me and that's a personal preference. However I…read morefelt like there was nothing remotely recent in here, again it could be that I'm not their demographic. They definitely had cool books but it gave more of like a reference book vibe, library-ish. All the books have plastic covering them and while I know it protects them I feel like it takes away from the books. The store itself needs some fresh air, it's super stuffy and has a musky smell. Some might like that type of shopping experience but it's not for me

Nice friendly staff, decent selection of books without being cluttered, however prices leave a lot…read moreto be desired. Over cover price for books that can still be purchased new.