A small boutique bookstore located in the Los Feliz area. It's not gonna have the crazy selection you would find out one of those big box mega stores, but it feels very curated and it probably has a lot of things that you're looking for, as well as some unique gems, with some old-timey book store charm. Been here a quite a few times a while back when my friends and I lived in the area. It would be a regular browsing/ shopping spot after having a meal early in the day on the weekends in the neighborhood. One of my recent visits - my friend who used to frequent this place but now lives in Northern CA brought his daughter here when they visited. It was so warming to see her joy and enthusiasm for this book store as well! I think the prices are great and they also has some sale items where you could find some gems as well. The service was very friendly. They also sell fun merch like T-shirts here. read more

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Found the cutest bookstore today! The aesthetic was so nice and cozy and they had a pretty big variety of books. I loved looking through their staff recommendations and local bestsellers. The worker at checkout was so sweet and gave me a free bookmark! I spent about $16 on a small book. I loved this bookstore ! read more

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I love this book store! They have a great selection of art books, indie stuff, kids stuff, poetry stuff - etc. I love picking up physical copies or LA Times here, getting gifts here and attending readings. Parking can be tuff so give yourself time if you're trying to get to an event read more

Love the old LA appeal with a hip new twist. Lots of great book selections, New Age, Self Help, smaller and independent publishing as well. The vibe is so chill, just need to be skilled at finding good parking to take time to explore. read more

Super cute bookstore; randomly came across this place and loved the aesthetic. Prime placement in Los Feliz for casual shopping. The selection seems pretty solid! Absolutely plan to pop in whenever I'm in the area read more

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This bookstore has such a cozy vibe and a really unique selection that you don't typically see in bigger, mainstream bookstores. It was honestly a refreshing change. If you're looking for anything from books on architecture to self-published zines, this is definitely the place to check out. The staff was super friendly, and the whole experience was just enjoyable from start to finish. Definitely worth a visit if you're into discovering something different! read more

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It's one of my favorite local bookstores, and the Skylight opens daily from 10am to 10pm. The original location is more like a traditional bookstore, bright and cozy inside, with variety of categories of books. They also have a sister store art annex right next to the sushi place on the same street, which carries numerous graphic books, including some rare collections. I like both stores, their staff are super friendly and helped me to find the book promptly. I would have taken one star off only because of the miserable parking experience in this area, which made the visit less pleasant. But I like the skylight bookmark, so just add one star back. :D read more

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I haven't been to this place for YEARS!! Last time I came here, my kids were in elementary school!! For some reason, this place looks so much smaller to me now. Navigating between the aisles can be challenging if there's a lot of people. The children's section is small. The selection is OK. Not too many places to sit. The tree is still there. The cat has passed due to age, but apparently the cat was around for quite awhile!! The people behind the counter are friendly. Parking can be challenging. There's street parking or metered parking if you are lucky to find a spot. I hate to admit it, but I prefer the BIG chain stores like Barnes and Noble. SORRY!! I would definitely come though especially if I'm killing time before the movie starts (theater next door). read more

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Great little independent book store in a time when book stores are kind of rare these days. If you still love physical books (I do), this is a cool place to check out books to read. Its got a nice little sweet vibe to it in a trendy part of town. I would recommend if you are in that area. read more

Big fan of this place! Any kind of book from history, self help, philosophy, fiction, non fiction, anime, as well as others you will find at this place. Great spot with an equally great vibe that allows for reading chill time and some great energy. read more

Great lil independent book shop. I love supporting small business so when thy have a book I am interested in reading I always check their online portal. I love making an evening of it, parking further down Melbourne and walking the pup to and from the store. Everyone is super friendly even offering my pup treatos. They have a great selection of books that you can meander through and even some gifts. They do have authors come and speak which on those evenings it is really tight with some of the shelves pushed into other open areas making it hard to access those books, but it doesn't stop me nonetheless. Parking isn't too bad, there is metered parking on Vermont, a pay for parking lot in the back or there is residential parking alone the side streets( that isn't available much). But overall I highly recommend supporting this cute lil biz! read more

I'm not a big reader and to me, books are clutter, so I don't patronise many bookshops. I enjoy the quirkiness and selection of the Last Bookstore downtown. Skylight is the opposite of that - a modest, simple shop with curated offerings. They have a small selection of lovely gift items, which can be difficult to find in L.A. when looking for a unique present. They host events often, so I had the opportunity to attend one and meet my favourite authour, Bret Easton Ellis. In the years after that experience, I've also purchased a few of his books here to honour that special memory. read more

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Thank you, Allan for being a warm and kind presence at Skylight Books. I'm so grateful for your help! You are the soul of humanity and make it feel like home to me! This is a truly special bookstore. If you are craving knowledge that soothes your existential wounds, there's a wide universe full of all kinds of literature for everyone on their human journey. Don't miss this gem in Los Angeles! read more

Skylight Books bookstore is absolutely fab! Located in Silverlake next to vibrant coffee shops, brunch spots and an old theater, the bookstore has this cool, hip and inviting vibe that you don't want to leave. There are actually two bookstores, one focuses on what I would deem as "coffee table books" - think large and small, expensive, lavishly illustrated books, especially ones intended only for casual reading - and the other bookstore is everything else. The staff was very helpful and friendly. read more

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I really wanted to keep supporting Skylight, but I had one of the strangest and most off-putting interactions with a staff member over the phone. I called on Saturday, July 12th around 7:20 PM to ask about putting a book on hold. When I mentioned I didn't want to use Amazon, the employee joked that he had bought his last three wives and a motorcycle from there. When I told him the book title, he said it was "long and weird," and when I mentioned that the author is Argentinian, he immediately responded, "She should be deported." I clarified that she doesn't live in the U.S., and he doubled down: "Yeah, she should be deported." It was completely inappropriate and offensive. I was calling to support an independent bookstore and instead got met with bizarre, xenophobic remarks from someone who clearly shouldn't be dealing with customers. Literally never coming back year after having been a supporter for years. Despicable. read more

I was visiting family in Southern California. When, I came across Skylight Books by shear accident while shopping in the area. I walked in and it was several hours later when I walked out! The entire Staff was extremely Friendly and Helpful! I am the author of Wolves, Shepherd and Shield. I would appreciate someone from Skylight Books to rate my Book! read more

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Wow such a cool independent bookstore with a tree in the center, they have a astounding selection of interesting lit - I have never seen Speculative Fiction as a category before. Highly recommended! read more

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Can't wander Los Feliz or visit the neighboring theater without strolling through Skylight. What are the young people reading? What new authors am I oblivious to? These guys will sort you out and get you into the 21st century, if that's what you want. Good spot for author talks and fumbling a flirt. Mostly new material here which makes it hard to leave with a stack but good for whoever those people are that like leaving a bookstore with only one thing. read more

This bookstore is just so gorgeous with the tree in the middle and the perfectly organized very well stocked shelves. They always have great authors do readings here. And their comic/graphic novel store next door is AWESOME. Highly recommend the zine "Sitting" parts 1 and 2! read more

Went to Skylight Books a few days back and honestly I could've stayed there all day. They had some of my favorite philosophy books and a few I didn't know about. The place feels warm and quiet, like you just wanna sit down and read. Love spots like this. read more

Unfriendly service. Poor selection of books. High price. Thats not a great combo, is it? This store has become complacent and entitled. Our neighborhood deserves much better. read more

This is a heavenly Haven for those amongst us who adore Books! The people who work here are kind and passionate and they have an awesome selection of books gifts, and other very fairly priced well just about anything you can think of! The other customers are also friendly and collaborative and there is easy street parking. They had every title we could ever want Plus the most amazing selection of tarot cards that I personally have ever seen. Dog friendly too. We can't wait to come back. read more

Cute little bookstore, but the customer service was not it! My 8 year old nephew made his way to the counter to pay for the items he picked out. He thanked the young lady who assisted him, and she did not even reply. My sister and I were also met with the same lackluster service. read more

First of all, I don't know how I missed a tree in the middle of the bookstore, but I did, and I'm sad. But wow, what sweet bookstore! Skylight Books is a local bookstore with a plethora of books in all genres for all ages. While it's local, you won't find yourself stuck without a book like a small shop. I think they have signings and other cool events here from time to time but I've only been here once. While I'm not much of a reader, I did purchase a book that I didn't expect to purchase, and did enjoy my time wandering the aisles. I hope to come back to Skylight in the future as it's always good to support local business! read more

What a find. We were in the area walking around and happened upon this place. They are very specific in the types of books and I found books I have never seen before. They have lots of options and it's a great place to find some cool books. The staff was helpful and showed me some great selections. Great find read more

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Horrible prices. Horrible service. Terrible selection. Every single title they have is much cheaper online. One of the most poorly-run businesses I've ever had the displeasure of wasting my money on. read more

Good and very imteresting selections. Friendly and knowledgeable service. I wa able to find some rare books, some out of print. A booklover's paradise. read more

Skylight Books is my favorite local bookstore! Lots of great options for books on Palestine, anti-imperialism, labor, climate justice, etc. I also collect the New York Review Books (NYRB) - Classics series, so I always pick up one or two of them whenever I visit. P.S. I recently got a libro.fm subscription for audiobook purchases that support Skylight in case anyone else is interested in audiobooks in addition to physical books. read more

My favorite indie bookstore in LA so far! Handfuls of the author and literary events draw a decent crowd and following, especially into the late night. The annex a few stores down seems to focus more on art, and the whole direction boasts a strong emphasis on graphic novels that go beyond pop superhero stories into a more adult and artsy realm of comic books. I love browsing the value section in the back, and the easy access make this place a welcome establishment in Los Feliz. Can't get more LA than putting a tree in the middle of your brick and mortar store. If you want to make sure your money goes back to supporting emerging writers and artists, this is the place! read more

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It is nice to see an indie bookstore alive and well! A dying breed in LA, unfortunately. Friendly staff and always a fun, good vibe here. Check out the art books annex down the street. So many gems! read more

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There are two stores on Vermont st, one is the "main" building and the other is a smaller room. They're not far apart, perhaps one or two stores away from each other? We parked in the back lot, however there is metered street parking as well. What I really appreciate about their website is that it updates on how much of a book is in stock. I was able to come in and buy an issue of Viscose magazine (just in time for Pride month)! The smaller of the two is where their fashion books and manga are located! Their manga selection is pretty small, it's mostly the popular shonen/seinen such as Tokyo Revengers, Chainsaw Man, Death Note, etc. However there are beautiful small zines printed by local artists which is definitely recommended. The art is beautiful! read more

Skylight Books is my neighborhood bookstore, and it's definitely one of my favorite bookstores in Los Angeles. Sure, it helps that it's right near one of the movie theaters that I frequent the most (Los Feliz 3), but the selection and breadth of books on offer at Skylight is impressive. From children's books to recent fiction releases to literature classics, I've always found a great gift or a new addition to my library. They also stationery if cards are your jam. They do offer an annual membership, which I would recommend if you are a frequent shopper given the discounts it will unlock for you. I've also found their employees to be patient and helpful if I had questions about locating a specific book. read more

Okay, I absolutely loved this bookstore. Some of my favorite things: They were playing Reggeton music, which I mean if that doesn't excite you already , then I don't know what will There's a lovely tree thriving in the middle of the bookstore, along with some other plants They have skylight bookstore merchandise, cute merch if I may add, I bought a corduroy hat The poetry section is bigger than most Barnes and Noble stores, which us poetry lovers appreciate They have a cute gifting section with journals, book-related novelty items, and cards The self-help section is a bit limited, but they have a decent variety. Overall, it's a great bookstore with nice people working there. I would definitely recommend checking this spot out and buying something to support this bookstore. read more

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Friendly staff and a great selection of quality books. The art books annex down the street (same owner) is also worth a look. Clean, warm vibes. read more

Cute shop with a great selection but the service is surly!! Three people up front who seemed bothered by people coming up to buy stuff. Witnessed them being rude to everyone who came up. Major turn off. There are too many cool bookshops in LA to tolerate bad service. read more

A well stocked and beautiful bookstore! There are two different sides. I went in the "Art" book section side first and was confused but soon found the main bookstore just next door. Definitely worth a stroll through the store if you are in the neighborhood. read more

Easily the best bookstore I have been to in my entire life. I don't know how I've lived here for this long and didn't know this gem existed! It didn't look too promising when we walked in as the space felt very claustrophobic but the zines and rare books they had available had me camping. Parking was non-existent but worth the $7 for the time we were there. I picked up a zine and look forward to coming back for more. Keep up the great work with the hard to finds! read more

It can get confusing at first because there are two separate stores that are not connected to each other. I come here for the unique travel stories/guides and hard to acquire magazines (in chain bookstores). It also has a huge selection of graphic novels. A simple picture of the tree in the bookstore shows everyone in the LA area that you are at Skylight Books. A star is docked because I prefer another local bookstore with good seating area. However, Skylight still gets the job done to fill your bookshelf with interesting finds. read more

Located in the Los Feliz area and off Vermont, Skylight Books is one of LA's best bookstores. Whether looking for the most mainstream or hidden gem, Skylight has an eclectic choice of options. In the main store, you will find more of the traditional book options while the Annex contains the art, film and entertainment type books. I love visiting Skylight before/after grabbing food in the area or checking out a movie at the Los Feliz 3 next door. The staff is always courteous and there is plenty of street parking- just double check the meters and/or street signs. On my most recent visit I was picking up an online order and I was able to get in/out with less than 5 minutes. They're very efficient and I thank them for all their help! read more

Skylight Books customer service is very hit & miss. Sometimes it's outstanding, like when they wrap your gift that you order from the website. But, sometimes the staff seems aloof or disinterested. I'm tempted to call out the person at the front of the store that I had a bizarre encounter with. But I'll just leave it as this: I can't remember a time I walked out of a store in such dismay. Incredibly rude. Inconsiderate. Advice to management/ownership: Have a company meeting and provide some tough love to your staff. Tell them to shape up. Stop being disinterested hipsters. Stop talking amongst yourselves, and start helping your customers. Amazon is only a click away, so get it together. read more