Having an independent bookstore less than 5 minutes from my house is a blessing nowadays.  Instead…read moreof relying on the meager offerings at Target or Walmart, hitting the freeway to another town, or even delving into the depths of (yikes!) the Internet, I enjoy stopping by this Books Inc location.  While this storefront is not as big as some other bookstores, the selection is larger than you'd think.  Everytime I look for a gift for a family member or friend, I can find something that will fit.  In addition, this location is also the central warehouse for the company, so they have 2 warehouse sales a year.  I always find something for myself during these sales.  My wife & I stop by frequently and have befriended some of the staff.  They are always helpful with a suggestion for ourselves and when buying for others. This location is in a tricky part of town (on a busy corner).  While there are usually parking spots available, getting into the parking lot can be difficult.  Better to come east on San Leandro Blvd. or south on Washington Avenue.

I called to ask about a specific book which they had and held it up front for me. The service I got…read morefrom the employees was so warming and they all had great recommendations for my next find. I almost wasn't going to come in but they had a great deal on the book i wanted. If i was closer i know id come here all the time. I know for sure i will be coming back and purchasing from here first hand. The value/ price was way better than my typical Barnes & Noble. I'll share a few photos of some books I was recommended after I'm done reading Untethered Soul Thanks everyone

What a gem in Fremont!!…read more The employees here are always super friendly and the book selection keeps me coming back. There is something here for everyone's interest. I love how there is a great selection of cute gifts designed by local artists as well as community events. The children's section is inviting and offers so many books for all ages levels. I usually stop here before visiting Asia to pick up books for my niece and friends' kids. I'm always able to find an age-appropriate book that suits their current interest here. You can count on finding the latest and greatest titles here for prices that are super reasonable. Need help finding a book? The employees here are always happy to help!

Came here to attend the Author Event: SG Prince in conversation with TA Chan, on February 4,…read moreWednesday. It's about a 20 minute walk away from Fremont Bart. The event was great, and I was happy to support my friends by showing up! The staff was super nice, and the store is clean and well-lit, with a lot of great books on display. I added several books to my Goodreads to-read list and Libby. Happy to see this book store in Fremont!

I am so happy to see a Barnes & Noble close by! This bookstore is huge with plenty of things to…read morelook at. I feel like you can easily spend a lot of time here just browsing all the different areas. I definitely got lost a couple times but figured out my way after a while lol Barnes & Noble is so much more than a bookstore, should definitely visit if you have some time to kill or just want to walk around and be amazed by the inventory lol

Review #1,003 Posted on 2.26.26…read more We come here anytime we come to this shopping center in Dublin. Most recently we came on Valentine's Day in between dinner & our movie. In what honestly feels like the only Barnes n Noble left in the Bay Area, this place stays packed, every time I've gone in here it's busy. They've got a huge selection of books & mags obviously, other products to buy as well. That can range from Lego sets you don't see in the stores, puzzles, kids toys, other book related novelty items They've also got a coffee shop on the right that's always got people sitting and eating/drinking at, a nice feature for when you come in you can grab a cup of coffee and a bite to eat too. That's where most people who want to chill and read go to. They've also got a super knowledgeable staff here too, which for my money is always really helpful.

Favorite book store to get me all stimulated over cozy coloring books and markers! Crayons too!!!!…read moreValue is honestly a bit much but it's worth supporting local. Staff is super nice too. I purchase cards here over the store across the street. Books Inc is much friendly and never watches me like a hawk

Books Inc is now under the umbrella of the Barnes & Noble brand. Despite this, this location still…read moreretains its independent/community feel. The staff are helpful and kind here. And I love coming in to peruse their curated and staff choice books, which changes a d rotates frequently. There's a decent selection of books on sale at the back left corner of their store if you want to shop for deals. The kiddie corner has a seated area for families/children to spend a little time looking through the books before you purchase. There's also regular author readings/signings and poetry recital events during certain early afternoon or evenings at the bookstore, which is posted on a section of their wall, facing out from their left window display. If you had a rewards membership with Books Inc, you can transfer your points and member ID info over to the Barnes & Noble rewards program.

I love Rumi's bookstore, been going there for 5 years now for different needs! From head scarfs to…read moremodest outfits, Islamic educational and religious books including a huge variety for kids books. They have huge selection of middle eastern nifty decors, incenses and burners, necklaces, earrings, rings and other jewelry. Gelatin free candies, gummies and marshmallows and much more. Customer service has always been great and polite, prices are reasonable. I feel some sort of relief when I go in there, very calm and peaceful Ambiance.

I love this bookstore, and will always appreciate them for their support in me entering Islam and…read morecontinuing to grow in the faith afterwards too! They've been quietly showing what true Islam is over nearly 40 years. Thanks so much for all that you carry and offer to the community. I hope more people will find you!

After all these years, Walden Pond Books is still a place I like to go into to see if I can find a…read morebook to purchase and read on BART. I always find a good book to read. Good reason to take BART and walk over is the Grand Lake is a great place to sit around as if we are tourists from a planet named Saturn.

The store is surprisingly big and has a pretty solid inventory. Their used books are in good…read morecondition, so you can expect to pay more for them than you would at an old-timey used bookstore where some of the books are pretty seasoned, but also will get them in better shape. I had a super negative experience when I went during their book buying hours to offer them some books, though. Their buyer was out during the buying window, and the person they had step in was shockingly rude. I was offering six recently-published books in new/mint condition from a popular radical independent press. She took one look at them (I'm pretty sure she had no idea what she was looking at), spat out a bunch of gibberish about different types of store credit so quickly that no one could have followed a word she was saying, and when I asked whether the amount they would offer in cash was the same as store credit, she basically sneered at me and said she would offer me maybe $6 (for three of the books I'd brought, about $75 worth), clearly implying that they were garbage and not worth anything. It was such a needlessly disrespectful and off-putting way to talk to someone for no apparent reason (if she wasn't interested in the inventory that's of course totally fine, but the rudeness was completely uncalled for). I haven't had my day ruined by someone working in a shop like that in a really long time. Obviously I said no thanks. I had just found this store for the first time a week ago and bought a haul of books, and was looking forward to being a frequent customer, but I won't be going back.

Decided to drag myself from my desk and get some much needed fresh air for lunch. While walking I…read morecame across this gem of a bookstore and decided to stop in. Great selection of books and the woman at the register was really kind. I didn't bring my wallet, as I had no intentions on spending money, but after seeing a few titles that were worth bringing home to my book collection, I asked if they accepted Apple Pay - they do! FYI, Apple Pay requires at least a 2.00 minimum purchase. Checking out was a breeze, and I now have three new books. I will definitely return the next time I'm in the area!

A very good bookstore on Broadway in Oakland!!…read more As I was walking back from Chinatown, all the books outside caught my eye, and they were very inexpensive. Outside offered 1 dollar, 2 dollar, and 3 dollar books!! Inside, the books were also marked down significantly, although not as much as outside. You just have to be ready to browse a little. Technically, this Bookstore is in Old Oakland, just a block away, walking distance, from Swans Market. I've been here a few times since!!