One of the few remaining new stands on the westside. Lovely, chatty, wonderful owner helped guide…read moreme to what I needed. Love this spot and hope it stays around forever.

There's something classic about a newspaper stand. It's the vinyl for the reading. It's the…read moreoriginal scroll before social media. The real tabloids and breaking news. It takes me back. When I stand here looking thru the stand, I picture myself in black and white, a noir film to be precise. Very refreshing. Keep the print alive kids. Stay current and go vintage with the magazines and newspaper.

Cool little place. Good selection of drinks, snacks and magazines, they even have some basic house…read moreneeds (toilet paper toothpaste), saves me a drive to the grocery store. Tito and Paul are very friendly and helpful. The biggest plus is the cigarette selection. They rarely ever run out any kind, and if you keep buying there they'll keep bringing it.

DO NOT COME HERE. TLDR, owner writes his own prices onto…read morethe magazines and tries to white out the printed price. Shady!!! My friend and I came here last night to get magazines for a vision board and while grabbing the magazines, I noticed all the prices were missing. At first, I didn't pay too much attention until I came across one that had a price written over ($8.99) what was white out. Confused, I scratched it off and noticed the printed price of $7.99. I went to the other magazines I grabbed and noticed the other ones had white out over the prices too. I went up to the guy working and confronted him about the pricing. He could not even look me in the eye or provide a good excuse as to why he would be upcharging magazines. He said he can give me a discount on all the magazines. For the originally priced magazine, the register marked it as $9 something before taxes, he offered some slight discount. I said no. This isn't right. No one upcharges MAGAZINES. I had maybe 5-6 magazines in my hand. Easily $60 worth of business he just lost. Don't come here. Go to the nice lady who owns the newsstand at the farmers market at the Grove. She was so sweet and kind.

I have loved Centerfold for YEARS! I love magazines...as a reader, a writer, an editor and…read morepublisher. Have done it all. Now I have PILES of back issues I'd like to sell. Good stuff. SO where else would I look first? CENTERFOLD. How do I do this? An email with instructions would help. I am close by and the darn things are everywhere! Yjis my email and would love a reply. And save me a copy of the new Elle. I plan to come by tomorrow, March 30....afternoon.

Looks like it's closed for good. Went by there today and there is no signage on the building…read moreanymore and the parking lot is blocked by chain link fencing.

Sheltham Books is a staple at the Farmers Market for nearly 50 years now - that's a heck of a long…read moretime! And for me personally, I stop in here probably half the time I go to the Grove or Farmers Market. They don't know it, but I'm a regular. Usually, I just buy scratchie lottos from the machine...a simple joy in my life lol But I sometimes cash those same scratchie lottos at the cashier, and they are always nice. I've also bought a random drink or needed random item while here. This Sheltam Books is like an old school newsstand mixed with a convenience store mixed with a USPS Post Office. Yep, they have an official little outpost for buying stamps and mailing packages via regular mail. And they have tons of fun magazines on the shelves, tons of celebrity pop culture things that I didn't even now existed. One of my boyfriends Seth Rogen was on the cover of one! I actually read because of the owner's special connections, they get some unique & hard to find publications here. I've been here a bunch and had no issues, it's always met all of my needs with a smile. I'm so thankful to have a shop like this at the Farmers Market! Knowing it's not just a small store but seeped with Los Angeles history feels even better - support local!

Amazing staff, they are always helpful and knowledgeable of their stock. They have a great…read moreselection of magazines and newspapers

¡Imaganante! As Thursday night draws closer and you wait on…read morepins and needles to find out: Will Rubella kiss Antonio finally? Will little Mariá find out that Chacho is her true father? Will Maite Perroni finally learn how to swim and leave? Or will she just stay in the hot tub with her glass of champagne and that no good lying traitorous boyfriend? *sigh I would never of known. I had to work late and missed my night of telenoveles. BUT WAIT! You and I no longer need to worry. Soto St. Magazine stand carries all the latest news on the telenoveles. If your power goes out, a friend stops by and you don't want to cry in front of them so you turn the show off, if you have to work late... whatever. Soto St. Magazine stand has you covered. They carry lots of Spanish magazines. Bullfighter Illustrated, H, Playboy, Better Homes and Agave, Rick Bayless unleashed... Okay they don't have that one. Rick Bayless is annoying. But they do have some written in english also for those that don't speak español. They have all the latest trade rumors for Liga/Primera Divisíon De la Federcíon de Mexicana de la fútbol. They have everything! Salma Hayek, aforementioned Maite Perroni, Maria Elisa Carmargo, Blanca Soto... Anyways... Oh, and they have a TV set and always a couple people milling about gossiping. I have no clue what they are saying but it makes me laugh.

Only place I know that sells Mexican periodicals, El Proceso and La Jornada for when I need my fix…read moreof left leaning Spanish language in-depth journalism. If you read Spanish these will give you a much broader perspective on the world. Soto Street also sells Mexican newspapers La Reforma (middle of the road) and Excelsior (right leaning). And of course they also carry People en Español, Vanidades, Telenovelas, and best of all, Spanish language graphic paperback novels.

Please come here -- it's an amazing experience. They sell stuff that one would find in a landfill…read more Old beatup VCR's go for $40. Used, re-shrink-wrapped books on sale for more than the cover price. And my personal favorite -- headshots of random failed actors. Some of these go for an unfathomable $10. My friend asked if these prices were in Yen, at which point the cranky owner picked up his phone and started screaming "Security!" Hilarious! We walked out of the store laughing hysterically. They advertise that they sell mushrooms and Salvia, but I'm pretty sure this place has to be a cover for something non-legal that goes on in the back. It's the only explanation why dirty, used kitchen appliances sell for twice the price of a new one. There aren't enough martini's on the Boulevard to get someone drunk enough to actually buy anything here. This place is best enjoyed in the midst of a bar crawl or Sunday Funday. Have a few, come here and laugh your ass off. Just don't touch anything -- the owners will scream at you and then call security. On second thought, touch everything you see. It only adds to the hilarity!

This is one of the most underrated shops in Los Angeles. Anything and everything you never knew you…read morewanted from back issues of every magazine, strange VHS tapes from another dimension and a red and green device that lets you communicate with alien artifacts (ask the guy in the back). Please go here. For the sake of all that is weird, all that is dusty and all that in Los Angeles...

Wrapping my books in political propaganda? Deeply disrespectful…read more I was genuinely shocked and disturbed when I opened my package. I had ordered three books by author Yoo Si-min, known for his thoughtful and progressive commentary--only to find them wrapped in the cover page of a far-right political magazine, Weekly Chosun, bearing the headline: "A Country That Can't Call a Spy a Spy." This wasn't just random packaging. It felt like a deliberate political jab--a form of ideological mockery or provocation. I didn't order propaganda. I ordered literature, and I expected it to arrive with at least a basic level of neutrality and respect for the buyer. Using a highly charged, partisan publication as packing material--especially one with such inflammatory language--is offensive and unacceptable. Whether intentional or not, this kind of packaging sends a clear message of disrespect toward customers who may not share the sender's political views. I strongly urge the seller to reconsider their packaging practices and avoid pushing any political materials--explicitly or implicitly--onto their buyers. This experience was upsetting and entirely inappropriate. 한국책을 읽고 싶을 때 종종 이 서점의 온라인샵을 이용을 했고 이번에도 택을 몇권 주문헸는데 이번에 책을 받아든 순간, 말 그대로 충격을 받았습니다. 제가 주문한 책은 유시민 작가의 책 세권이였는데, 포장지로 사용된 것이 다름 아닌 극우 성향 정치 주간지 '주간조선'의 표지, 그것도 "스파이를 스파이라 부르지 못하는 나라" 같은 민감한 정치 선전 문구가 적힌 표지였습니다. 이건 단순한 재활용이 아니라, 정치적 조롱이자 구매자에 대한 명백한 무례로 받아들여질 수밖에 없습니다. 저는 책을 주문했지, 정치 메시지를 주문한 게 아닙니다. 특히 이런 식의 정치 성향이 강한 매체로 포장한 것은 구매자를 의도적으로 불쾌하게 만들거나 정치적 입장을 강요하려는 행동처럼 보입니다. 책을 포장하는 데 있어 최소한의 중립성과 존중은 지켜야 하지 않습니까? 다시는 이 판매자에게서 어떤 물건도 주문하고 싶지 않으며, 다른 구매자 분들도 이 점 유의하시길 바랍니다.

I went into find the recent novel prize author, Han Kang's books. Seeing so many of them written by…read morethis author, I politely said to the middle age woman sitting at the register if I could ask a question. Before I even got to ask my question half way, she cut me off. Then she had really demeaning tone to answer completely wrong thing trying to educate me on what I already know. I said that's not my question if you would let me finish then she said WHAT IS YOUR QUESTION THEN? Incredibly rude and argumentative voice, and had this bitchy, disrespectful face all over her. My jaw dropped and I just walked out. Wow. How does she even have a business if she has no clue on providing a decent service. Must be a very angry, sad and miserable person. I wouldn't go here.

I am NOT a fan of the valley, but since my place is just over the hill, I'll pop down here if it…read moremeans getting to satiate my magazine fetish with this spot's fabulous stacks on stacks. I was raised on "The September Issue," back when it was so heavy you had to hold it with both arms, like a pre-med text book; I believe GQ has the best writers; I have a certain affinity for AD, since my old man built all of our houses up in PDX. And I have always gotten my elitist history from Vanity Fair...where else can you read about The Agnelli Family's scandals! Condé Nast isn't what it once was, sadly, but I still love to pursue the fun covers. As a former journalist, something about print, pour moi, will never be dead. I recently needed a copy of Japan Vogue for the kid's Saturn Return celebration, but none of the out-of-stock Kinokuniya bookshops had it (nor would they reply to my email inquiries *annoyed emoji*); however, the fabulous Paul had it brought over from his magical warehouse in a couple of hours. Brilliant. I'm telling you, kids, this stand and its people are LA gems!

Super cool newspaper stand with all the latest and greatest prints…read more From all the magazines (Vanity Fair, Auto Inc, The Advocate, GQ, Time, Fader, TV Insider) to the Daily Planet... Well the local LA Times and The San Fernando Valley Sun that is and even city happenings. You need it? They've most likely got it! Located outside the CVS on the South West corner of Ventura Blvd and Laurel Canyon. There's metered parking as well as shared lot parking for CVS and neighboring businesses directly off Laurel Canyon. Open daily as early 7am to as late as 7pm during the week, with extended hours on Saturdays and reduced hours on holidays like the 4th. The prices are very reasonable and as one of the last seven stands in Greater LA, Laurel Canyon News is definitely the way. Definitely support your local newspaper & magazine stands!

Walking into The Last Bookstore feels less like entering a shop and more like stepping into a…read moredifferent world. Housed inside a former bank, the space already carries this grand, historic energy that sets the tone before you even start browsing. What makes this place unforgettable is how it's designed to be explored, not rushed. There are cozy spots scattered throughout where you can sit and get lost in a book, but the real magic is upstairs. It opens into a maze of rooms, each with its own personality, filled with carefully arranged books that feel more like art than inventory. At times, it genuinely feels like you've wandered into a dream. One of the highlights is the famous tunnel of books, which adds to that surreal, almost cinematic experience. Everywhere you turn, books are used as decor in the most creative ways, and it creates this quiet moment where everything else fades out. Upstairs also holds one of my favorite parts, a row of art studios featuring work from local artists. Every piece feels intentional, unique, and thoughtfully placed. Right nearby, there's a small coffee shop surrounded by beautiful artwork, making it an easy place to pause and take it all in. This isn't a quick stop kind of place. Plan to spend a few hours here, wandering, discovering, and just enjoying the atmosphere. It's one of the most iconic bookstores I've ever been to, and it absolutely lives up to the reputation.

from my experience, the last bookstore is one of those places that, if you've seen it on instagram,…read moreyou already know the one. it's definitely more of a destination than a practical bookstore you'd go to shop at. my instagram feed has seen a few cameos from friends and strangers who've visited, and after seeing it pop up a few times, a friend and i decided to stop by a little while back. that said, i wouldn't really recommend it if you're going in search of a specific book. it's less "grab a book and go" and more "wander and hope something finds you." everything feels pretty scattered, so if you are looking for something in particular, be ready to spend a good amount of time browsing. it does get unbelievably hot inside, especially when the weekend crowds pick up for photos in the iconic book tunnels, shelves, and art installations upstairs. it's definitely a unique shop, but it really leans more "experience" than "practical bookstore." it feels a bit like a bookstore where the real plot is the decor, and the books are almost supporting characters in their own store. i did find it funny how they call out shoplifters with signs outside the entrance though. i've been once, took my photos (bc duh), checked it off the list, and happily moved on.

The recent art direction makes it difficult to distinguish between editorial content and…read moreadvertising/advertorials. Or maybe it's all ads now (?). Less good than it was a couple of years ago. Lower standards, or just a change in taste? Either way, not as enjoyable.

I've been a subscriber to "Los Angeles" magazine off and on for years. However, last year I…read moresubscribed online for the first time, but I never received a single issue, nor did they charge my credit card. This week I tried once again to subscribe but before resorting to the unreliable online method, I tried calling them. Repeatedly. But they never answered their phone. I tried e-mailing them (two days ago), but they never responded. I love the magazine, but their business office (subscriptions, etc.) truly sucks. I give up!