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.

When so many bookstores are shutting their doors, The BOOKWORM is thriving!! It's easy to see why,…read moreIt's a warm, welcoming environment, plenty of parking and a LONG history with the community. So many books - special orders on request. Planned future events :Ask the Expert - Book Clubs Edition with award-winning author Raven West on the new community radio station Camaradio 101.3FM

I'm glad I got to go hear on my birthday and I'm glad that Carol was my cashier because now has…read morebeen three years since I have met her and I'm glad that she remembered me on when I first met her on my 29th birthday and I'm glad that she remembered when she was my cashier on the first Friday of December and I'm glad that I told her that the Grinch reading How the Grinch Stole Christmas Book that she had to look up the price for me went to go use and when I put that up for Christmas I'll think of her when I put it up. I'm also glad that the narrow escalators were working when I went there, I was able to have $10.00 off my purchase and best of all I got to find three Green Grass Rabbits at the Last Chance Sale for next Easter because I didn't think they would still have those out and I was glad to advantage of the sale and when I put the three Green Grass Rabbits up in my room on my bedroom table for next Easter I'll remember getting them at the Last Chance Sale.

Love the bookstore itself! but...the cafe is not great :( i come here a lottt to study for hours on…read moreend, but one of the employees at the cafe (male, tall, short brown hair) is very rude and unfriendly. i hate writing negative reviews, but i've encountered many instances where he has been impatient and had a rude attitude. i truly would not be writing a complaint about this if it wasn't to the extent that it was.

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.

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!!

This was a surprise find in the mail. A well laid out bookstore with a wide variety selection of…read morebooks. The prices appear to be all 1/2 of retail, and although most books appear to be in new condition, i have to assume they are used. The prices match the used book cost on amazon for the titles i checked. a wide selrction of books for muggles(?). Bring the kids. They also have some couches & sitting area to preview your books. The staff was friendly and aoproachable. If you miss that feel of a home town bookstore, a visit her might help.

I really enjoy The Open Book chain. Each store has its own flavor and personality. I don't come to…read morethis location often because it's a bit far from where I live but it's always a treat when I can visit. Currently this location and the Canyon Country one are doing buy backs. I had a small stack of books to resell and thankfully they took all of them. Years ago, you had to make an appointment to sell but now you can just come in during business hours. I really like the layout of this location. It's spacious and conducive to browsing and literally getting lost in a book. The different sections have nicely themed signs. If this location wasn't so far, I'd come here regularly for their book clubs. Maybe you can go and I can live vicariously thru you.

They have a lot of books for a great value especially a variety on children books. My kids love…read morebooks so I try to buy at places with good offers like this place! Books start from $1-15 is the highest price I seen. It's also very nice and bigger than most I seen..I recommend this place they also have different discounted days. Customer service is great they all greet you with a smile

Bart's Books is a one of kind bookstore in Ojai. This spot is huge with shelves of books lined up…read moreindoors and outdoors. They also have a great diversity of book genres and sell both new and used books. Everything is neatly organized and prices are really fair and affordable too. If you are ever in the Ojai area, this place is one of the ones you do not one to miss out on! One of my favorite bookstores I have ever been to!

If you're ever in Ojai, make sure to stop by Bart's Books, it's one of the town's many charming…read morespots and absolutely worth a visit. This unique bookstore is set in a former family home that's been thoughtfully converted into a literary haven. Each room has its own character: the kitchen is dedicated to cookbooks, while the formal dining room displays collectible titles that can only be viewed from outside. The living room features an inviting mix of bookshelves filled with a wide variety of reads. Outside, you'll find rows and rows of books lining shelves beneath awnings, creating an open-air browsing experience that's both unusual and delightful. I was curious how they manage the setup during rainy weather, and was told that because of the valley's conditions, rain tends to fall straight down and doesn't impact the books under the awnings. There are so many hidden gems here and you could easily spend hours exploring. They offer a combination of new and used books ranging from a dollar on up. Parking is convenient, with several public lots nearby as well as street parking available

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.

The most amazing, beautiful, and magical bookstore! I had the absolute privilege of seeing Lori…read moreGottlieb speak here last night and have been there once before. The event was so well done, and both her and the co-owner were so eloquent and well spoken during the talk. I had seen Godmothers on instagram before, and I now see the hype! They have a great selection of books old and new. It is so beautifully curated. They also have seasonal items including an adorable valentines day display currently. The upstairs is an event space as well as a childrens area. So cozy and welcoming! The staff is also always so kind. Visit this bookstore! You will love it!

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 far more than a bookshop it's a true community gathering place. Beautifully…read morecurated, warm, and welcoming, it offers a thoughtful selection of books alongside author events, conversations series they call the Sunset Salon Series. Whether you're looking for your next great read, a quiet place to browse, or a connection to Malibu's community, this independent bookstore is a special destination well worth visiting. Thank you to Michelle the owner for creating a gem.

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!

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.

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?