A small but mighty bookstore. After years of driving by this spot, what finally brought me in was…read moreseeing them on social media. I stumbled upon a post they did which was in solidarity with a group of people and seeing that our values were aligned I knew this was a local small business that I needed to be supporting from here on out. I came midweek to shop and look around, and I had a great experience. It's a smaller bookstore, but they did have a lot to choose from! I was especially happy to see that they keep up with new and trending authors/books that come out. But of course, they also had a broad selection of every type of book you could think of. Being a smaller independent bookstore they don't have mass quantity though so if you find a book you like you should grab it because they only have a copy or two of each. I found that the pricing was comparable to anywhere else but again when you shop here you're supporting local small businesses so even if it was a little pricier, it would be worth it to me. They had a cute child's/kids section in the back so it would definitely be a great place to bring your little one to look around or read a story. The vibes are welcoming, but I also appreciate when staff leave you to look around without standing over your shoulder. The gal working behind the register was super nice and checked me out with quickness, that I was in and out without issue. Nice people work here, they have a decent selection and overall it was a cute little shop that I will be back to support again soon.

Do your self a favor and come here before you go to a big chain store. This bookstore is small, but…read morethey have a lot of different books that are both popular and not so popular. They also have classic books. The person behind the desk was extremely helpful and extremely nice. She had some great insights on some books that she thought I or my daughter would like. she didn't have some of the books I wanted but she said she would be able to order for me, but I'm not from the area so I wasn't able to do that but I will definitely be giving Her a call the next time I know I will be in town so that she could have the books that I want or need there when I arrive I absolutely adore this shop. I was able to find a few books and for the price. It was amazing support your local businesses. This one is definitely one that you want to support, especially if you are a book lover.

In today's world…read more... There is so much loss of the true Arts. Yeah, Everything and I mean Everything is getting replaced by the latest technology and at a very rapid rate. But the worst thing in my humble opinion.... And Trust me, I don't even want to say it... But a little thing called A.I. that is really shaping our future and personally I think it's making those that use it less prone to using their actual brain to even think. And it's not just the Arts, but almost every facet of our lives. Think about it... Cell Phones have replaced landlines. Emails have replaced hand written letters. A simple text message has replaced a heartfelt thank you card. Kindles are slowly replacing paperback books. And now A.I. technology is starting to replace humans in the workplace. I mean.... Did everyone forget what the Terminator & Sarah Connor warned us about? That on August 4th (that's tomorrow by the way, or TODAY since you are probably reading this NOW!!) "Skynet goes online and starts to learn at a geometric rate..." And then at 2:14 a.m. Eastern Time on August 29th the System Becomes Self Aware! Judgement. Day. People!!! What's next, the Kindles will be replaced by Audio Books and we won't even have to read anymore. Someone will just read to us?? Oh wait..... Well thankfully, the Art of Reading, on your own, not on a screen, or read to you by a voice actor while you commute to work, can still be done on real tangible books. Whether paperback or hardcover, thanks to bookstores like Barnes & Noble, this form of Art is here to stay... well, for now! Yes, 2 floors, top to bottom with all things books. History, Fiction, Autobiographies, Non-Fiction, Self-Help, Cooking, Gardening, True Crime, Romance, Fantasy; you name it, they've got it! Organized by category and sub-categories, B&N is your place to come be a bookworm and get lost in the world of literature. A place where hopefully A.I. doesn't replace that knowledgeable Barnes & Noble worker who can point you in the direction of the newest Sarah J Mass Romantasy book you're looking for. A place where A.I. hopefully doesn't replace that kind cashier who you have a sincere conversation with as you are checking out. A place where NO JUDGEMENT DAY can be passed upon you for bringing a basket full of enemies-to-lovers books to the checkout stand... Nope, no judgement here! But like Sarah Connor, it's up to us to keep this Art Alive. Don't let (Skynet) aka A.I. become self aware and take over our brains, our books, or our lives. Keep Reading. Keep Learning. Keep buying Books.

Within Westlake Village, you will find Barnes & Noble Bookstore next to World Market. This is an…read moreexpansive bookstore located on two floors. This bookstore has an amazing selection of books for everyone and is organized well. If you cannot find a book, the staff is always there to help or order books that are not available at the store. Beyond books, the bookstore has stationary, toys and more. The store also offers a coffee shop inside which is convenient to have as you grab a book to read. The shopping center does have an expansive park lot in front but gets busy at prime times.

This bookstore is absolutely adorable! It has a great selection of books across a wide variety of…read moregenres and series. They also have a small section with DVDs and CDs, which was such a fun dose of late-'90s and early-2000s nostalgia. I loved it. One of my favorite features was their "Surprise Reads" section. The books are wrapped so you can't see the cover, and each one has a short description of the story or theme instead. It encourages you to choose a book based on the synopsis rather than the cover, which I think is such a fun idea. I've discovered some fantastic books through "Surprise Reads," so I was excited to see they had a section dedicated to them. The staff were super friendly and helpful. They helped me look for a series (The Telesa or Covenant series) that I am trying to get. Unfortunately they didn't have the series but hopefully in the future. The location is great as it is at a mall close to coffee shops to grab you a book and head on for coffee or tea to read and enjoy.

Great atmosphere, cool staff, and really good book selection! Love their social media book…read morerecommendations as well - that's how they lure me into the store. I love their tote bag discount and stamp cards, and if you love books, you'll end up racking up a lot of stamp cards before being able to use them all They also host a lot of fun events like author signings, book bedazzling, and trivia nights. The store is located in the heart of The Village in Topanga and there's ample parking. If you want to read your haul immediately, you'll find a lot of seats just outside the store. The store is also pet-friendly except on days they have pet guests, and they usually post a sign outside.

Happily came across this wonderful book store while looking for another store. It is quite large…read moreand has an expansive range of genres. They have more than books. I purchased several second hand children's books at great prices. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable about other locations as well.

BOOK PARADISE! Come on in, grab a book and relax. That's the vibe of the Open Book in the oaks…read moremall. It's got fabulous books, vinyl records, vintage trinkets and cozy couches. The books are a great price and the staff kind and helpful. The music is soooo good too! Makes me never want to leave!!

I enjoy coming to this location of The Open Book for a solo day out, and while there's isn't much…read morestaff interaction unless initiated yourself, there are fun events and book clubs that are hosted monthly :) I especially love to come when they do mini art markets with 3-4 vendors, and I've gotten some cute things while interacting with fellow artists. Also, I appreciate that they're very LGBTQ+ friendly, and I hope that I can make it to their future community mixers. Aside from that, their books are priced affordably, and I like that they recently integrated a crafting supplies section. Feel free to give this place a chance if you're looking to engage with the community or find your next read!

Bought a book here today and it was $2 cheaper than Amazon!! What a cool store to buy books, join…read moretheir book club, hang out, and have a place that's welcoming for you to be apart of a community. The vibe is cool and this place is a gem - there arent many places like this anymore where you can just hang out. Support local and read!

Cute indoor/outdoor bookstore where you can find some seats that are scattered to have a moment to…read moresit and look through some books before purchasing them. I love the nature aspect of this little gem with all the plants throughout the space and having the fresh air and sunlight come through the roofless areas.

This used bookstore is enormous, laid out with open-air shelving under corrugated plastic roofing…read more It was fun to wander through the maze of shelves. A smaller enclosure filled with more books sits in the center of the bookstore, but most of the store is open-air. This is cool unless you are there on a 100 degree day as I was. After about 15 minutes I was drenched in sweat and miserably hot. The different sections are tagged with small labels on the bookshelves so it takes some time to figure out where different genres are located. I found it quicker just to ask someone at the register. I didn't spend as much time here as I would have liked, but I did find a couple of books. Prices are reasonable.

Literally impossible to give anything less than 10 stars for this bookstore of an experience. FINE…read more 5 stars!!! Wow - I've read all about this special bookstore and it truly is a magical place that transports you into an oasis of specially curated books, titles, and other gems along your literary way. I love the style of this entire space and don't forget to check out the upstairs too. The folks working there were kind and attentive and no complaints regarding service - not one bit. The layout of the books and titles themselves on the shelves showed such positive, hospitable service. Given the amount of books they had, Godmothers did an exceptional job ensuring the space was not cluttered and that there were various seating areas set up to check out any of the books and spend more time with them before making a purchase. Going to Godmothers is more than just a visit. It is a reflective experience with titles for the whole family and the value of visiting this space is truly such a gift! Again, curated titles, a feeling of openness and care for books in a diversity of ways? Sold! Come visit! It's also right off the freeway - no reason not to stop by, and also grab some coffee next door at the airstream! You'll be glad you did.

Godmothers is a modern and very aesthetic bookstore located in Summerland. Wifey and I definitely…read morespent a good hour plus browsing around and seeing everything they had to offer. They have a solid selection of books and everything is priced very fairly.

The old white lady in the front was so rude. Rude enough to make me leave instead of buying…read moresomething I had in mind. Bad representation for CI.

Omg had the rudest experience with the bookstore so i called ahead of time and asked if they were…read morehiring and they said no and I said oh ok I just saw on indeed that you guys were hiring and she said rudely well we have no control over that im like ok I was checking ok thanks bye. Terrible customer service all you had to say was sorry or I don't know why indeed says we are hiring when we aren't let me see later what the problem is. Like you are basically giving people attitude for no reason.

Malibu Village Books is a nice local bookstore with a solid selection of books. This spot is…read morelocated in a plaza with ample parking. Inside, they are on the smaller side but they definitely have a lot of cool finds. Stop by if you are ever in the area!

I walked into Malibu Village Books and I was immediately greeted by friendly staff letting me know…read moretheir event was starting. It was an open mic where you could pick up any book and read a passage or share from your own material. They also had snacks, water and prizes. I bought Life Form by Jenny Slate for $25 and it was the best experience. This book store is an absolute gem and I am so happy to support them!

Today I was hiking on trails behind campus and saw two students acting very suspicious. After they…read moreleft I walked over to the area where they were standing and found several empty beer cans. I took photos, filmed the area, and brought this to the attention of security officer Jonathan Galindo who told me because he didn't see them drinking there was nothing he could do. Mr. Galindo said he was not allowed to even talk to the students. The security team at Cal Lutheran is permitting behavior that is endangering the community. What if one of these kids were to get in a vehicle and drive drunk resulting in a death. Would Mr. Galindo be so cavalier?

CalLu has done EVERYTHING possible to provide safety to its…read morestudents during the pandemic. As ALWAYS CalLu has gone above and beyond to maintain structure, policy, care, support and wisdom towards students, staff, faculty and community during these months of uncertainty. I am proud to be a family member of 2 Cal Lutheran alumni. Both of them have graduated successfully one a Summa Cum Laude and a Magna Cum Laude graduate. Now both of them are at a stage in life ready to pursue a doctorate degree and they are planning on getting it at CLU.