The service is amazing! You're always politely greeted and asked if any assistance is needed, I…read moretend to walk in and know exactly what section I'm headed to- so most of my service is at check out. It's always friendly and helpful. The selection for psychology and philosophy is the BEST, better than a handful of libraries I've experienced in Fresno. The value is the BEST in town as well. I always spend $5.50-7 for a book. This is legit my favorite place! The most time I spent here was 3 hours! I love the square, walk around, upstairs- the showcase, the furniture & few chairs to read before purchasing. I love the atmosphere of this place. I will forever patronize here, as long as I'm in town or visiting.

A really nice bookstore inside. Things are well organized, and the store is clean. Staff is very…read moreknowledgeable, friendly, super helpful and talkative about books youre into. The selection itself is huge. it's a two story bookstore. The individul sections or genres seem well stocked. Although the Horror section from what I saw was severely lacking most likely due to it perhaps being the biggest selling genre for them? The books themselves are in varying condition from Like New to Fair. I personally found some incredibly good looking books. Their prices are a big selling point for me, very fair and they run a 25% off mass market paperbacks. With all the positives, there's one negative I want to address and thats their trade in credit system. To be honest, It's pretty shady. They give you a great price on your trade-ins if they're good books, in good condition. However, theres one big catch: You can't use that credit outright to simply pay for a book or two. They hold your credit hostage (for the books you gave them that they are going to resell and make a profit on) and you must either (A.) Spend the exact amount in cash that you have credit for in order to use that full line of credit, or you can (B.) spend under that amount and only be allowed to use half of your existing credit. You see, that way they have you on the hook. They got your books. They got your credit, and they're going to get your money too, by forcing you to pay just to gain access to your own credit. I was told by an employee "We have to do that or else we wouldn't make any money, we'd be just trading books for books." But thats not true at! They price them for a profit when they resell them. There are other ways to make the same amount of profit, perhaps more without the shady (and frankly unfair to the customer) business tactics. They could not have the 25% off mass market paperbacks discount. They could give a little less credit for trade-ins. They could raise their prices slightly. They could let their customers have full access to their credit without these special conditions that limit and punish the customer. They benefit at the customers expense in this way, and it is unethical, regardles if it is legal. The moral gray zone is real here. So, I learned my lesson and will not be doing trade-in business with them any longer. I might continue to shop there, but I'm paying cash, so long as the prices remain low. All in all, it's a good bookstore, but I dont like their business practices very much. For now, I still recommend, just don't do trade-ins.

After going to Powells in Portland, I've been wanting to do a local bookstore tour of Fresno so I…read morestopped by Hart's Haven. Hart's Haven is no Powells, you won't have to browse for hours. It's very small (about 500 sqft, 2 rooms of books) with a jazzercise studio in the back. They have nice antique settees in both rooms. $2 for paperback and $4 for hardcover. The guy in the front was very kind. Since they have a jazzercise studio in the back, I think they should do speakeasy events there for book lovers since they have a nice enclosed parking- Bridgeton High Tea..., twilight dinners...A You marathon... Hunger Games costume party.... crafting with books.. I've never read Twilight, but since I was just in Oregon, I have to read or watch the twilight series now, but they did not have the book. They take donations so if anyone wants to donate twilight, lemme know! I had exactly $6 cash so I got myself a C.I.A. cookbook (Culinary Institute of America) because I collect cookbooks. Anthony Bourdain, Roy Choi (I ate at his restaurant, Best Friend in Las Vegas) & Grant Achatz (I dream of one day eating at his Michelin Starred restaurant, Alinea in Chicago) graduated from C.I.A. I also got a brand new paperback from Target- Love, Naturally. I am a little behind on my reading because life has taken me on a hell of a ride this year.

Walked in and was greeted by who I assume is the owner - very friendly guy. The prices were very…read morefair ($2 for paperback, $4 for hardcover unless otherwise marked), and there is a decent range of genres (mystery, historical, sci-fi, etc.), though you shouldn't expect to find a specific book you had in mind. If you're feeling adventurous or want to try something new, they also have 'mystery books'! Those were $10 and come with goodies like pens, bookmarks and candy Definitely coming back!

I love this store so much. It's not just a bookstore; it's a gift shop and a community space. The…read moreowner has created a warm and peaceful atmosphere- not quite like a library though lol. It's unbelievable how much she fits in the space. She hosts book events, usually with a food truck or two and other vendors. I could go on and on about the gift type things they carry. I've also bought gift certificates. Most recently I messaged her and she had it ready for me when I stopped by on my way to the office. They also carry cards so it was perfect! A great example of small business customer service. I highly recommend Bookish and recommend following them on IG for events, specials, etc.

Love coming to Bookish for the kids book. It's the section I keep forgetting to take a picture of…read morebecause I'm always picking books from there for my daughter. There is literally some thing for everyone here. Used, new, vintage, a variety of genres, even gifts and store swag. There is plenty of space to sit and get comfy with your new book. Vanessa also has waters, sodas and keurig coffee for sale. I have been bringing my daughter here for a year now and there's always something new that we find. The prices are great and they even have a nice bookmark stamp card to get $5 off a future purchase! Cute and convenient for your reading!! Kudos to Vanessa for keeping this place looking fantastic and fresh. Everyone should stop by to check it out. Keep in touch with her hours by following her on Instagram!! @bookish520

Great place to bring kids if they love books. The children's section is fantastic with a huge…read morevariety of books for different ages, from picture books to chapter books and graphic novels. There are also plenty of toys and fun items like LEGO sets and themed merchandise. Kids will definitely enjoy browsing around here. The selection is excellent and it's easy to spend a lot of time exploring the shelves. A great stop if you're looking for books or gifts for young readers.

Recent studies show a dramatic decline in Americans reading books for pleasure, particularly among…read morethe younger generations. We can primarily blame streaming devices, podcasts, and social media for that. I am first to admit that these distractions have led to my shorter attention span and fleeting interest in what used to be a hobby of mine, reading [for pleasure]. I vowed to change this as one of my goals for the year. This is why I consider myself fortunate that there is a Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Fresno. Barnes & Noble has a vast selection of books, children's games and toys, a music and movie store, a stationary, a kid's reading room, and a Starbucks inside for adults to do the same while enjoying a cup of coffee and a pastry. Moreover, they host in-store or virtual events every month featuring critically acclaimed authors discussing their latest novels. It is the largest online bookstore and the best destination for rare and collectible books, magazines, and games. I stopped reading magazines years ago when I ended all my various subscriptions. Sadly, this was around the same time I stopped reading for pleasure. The recent novels, including those that make the New York Times Best Sellers list, do not interest me. I gravitate to classic American fiction, graphic novels, history, humor, and biography. Barnes & Noble has a virtually boundless selection of them. A few years ago, it appeared Barnes & Noble was about to suffer the same fate as its competitor, the now-defunct Borders Bookstore. They have weathered the storm and have made a comeback, reporting strong sales in recent years. Like most Barnes & Noble which are known for their friendly service and keeping the stores clean and well-organized, this Fresno location is no exception. I always find the people who work here to be very friendly, accessible, and generous with their time. I have also noticed the staff are good at picking up misplaced books and magazines and returning them to their original location and will stop what they are doing to assist a customer. I get a nostalgic feeling whenever I step inside a Barnes & Noble. Reading is obviously a great hobby to pick back up on. I am lucky there is one in town I can always visit to springboard my renewed interest in reading.

The Gem of the Main Street promenade. Exquisitely helpful and friendly, amazing variety, and…read morebookish atmosphere. I love to shop and order my new books here.

This is a great little store where the owner is very involved and helpful. She doesn't just sell…read morebooks, she is an avid reader and helps with recommendations. With the big players vanishing, it is nice to have smaller places that still have the vibe. I just wish she was able to stay open later.

Cute local bookstore with a really nice selection of books, plus a small toy section that's great…read moreif you have kids. I always love browsing here. That said, the customer service has been consistently disappointing. Every time I've visited, the staff has come across as cold and unwelcoming. A little friendliness would go a long way in making this place feel as inviting as it looks.

Mountain Bookshop is a cute little bookstore in Tuolumne. My friend and I stopped in today while…read moreshopping in the area and I'm so glad we did. The inside was pretty big with adult books in the middle, children's book on one side and crafts on the other - such as yarn, ribbons and even greeting cards. They also sold lotions, soaps and lots of book accessories. Staff kept to themselves and didn't really ask if we needed assistance finding books which I thought was odd, but they weren't necessarily unfriendly either. The few books I looked at, seemed to sell for face value and nothing was marked up or down. Overall, I thought it was a nice store and would stop in for another visit the next time I'm in town. Check them out!

This bookshop is adorable. So inviting with a comfy seating area by the fireplace and the cutest…read morechildren's reading room. The books were very organized by genre and they also had gifts including stickers, buttons, socks, notebooks and pens. An absolute little gem!

I love finding an adorable little local book store with character, and Books on Main did not…read moredisappoint! They have a wide variety of new books as well as a variety of wonderful gifts and knick-knacks. Everyone was so friendly as well. For a rather small space, they have got a lot of in here! Highly recommend this adorable book shop!

Loved coming here for the first time, such a big selection of books, got some manga for very cheap…read moreprices, i was greeted when i entered, such nice employees

The owner defaces vintage books and falsifies pricing…read more He deliberately blacked out the price on the cover, and numbers of the UPC barcode on the back, then stamped the inside and wrote in a new price: "$9.99 Org." I know he wrote it because I've seen other books there with that same handwriting. All his fantasy paperbacks are supposed to be 50% off original cover price. He charged me $5.67, but the real cover price that was inked out was $4.95 US. I was a loyal customer until those deceptive tactics. Makes you wonder how often he does this with other books and customers, doesnt it?! I'm taking my business elsewhere, and I suggest you do too.