My wife Loves books and book stores. Lido Village is one of the favorites. Almost every time we go…read moreto Newport we pop in and buy a couple of books. The service is really good. The prices are great. Try to buy at least half of your books at bookstores or else they go away.

Cute store in Lido Village!…read more Great selection of books, and nice staff. No complaints, books were priced similar to other places.

Barnes & Noble is definitely a happy place for me, and this location (specifically) has a lot of…read moregreat things to offer any book lover. The book selection is incredible, but the opportunities to join a community are what really make this place deserve 5 stars. Not only do they have two stories of books to browse, but they also host tons of events weekly. I've had the opportunity to attend some of their kid-themed events with my son, as well as some of their larger adult events where we get to meet authors. They also have multiple book clubs that meet at the store. In addition to books, they have a great gift-giving section with Lego, puzzles, stationery, board games, and more. The book sellers are also great; they love to talk about books and provide recommendations. It's a level of customer service I wholeheartedly appreciate. My only negative criticism is that this location does not have a cafe, and the greeting cards are overpriced (most are like $6).

The staff is really great. Just in the area for a haircut, decided to get lost in the stacks at…read moreBarnes and Noble. There was a recommended book I couldn't locate and asked a staff member to see if they sold out. They had one in inventory but would happily check the different shelves. While waiting, I wandered to the second floor to see other genres. Unfortunately, their last copy was nowhere to be found...or probably in someone's hands to purchase, I think. Staff looked into their system and found 2 other stores that had my book but it was up to me to call or they could order it which could take 3-5 days. I was on a mission to have this book that day so I immediately called both locations. This store's wonderful tip: if you know what book or item you want, please call the store ahead of time to have it held for you.

This bookstore is such a pleasant way to buy gently used books and make money for the library. It…read moreis all run by volunteers and generates funds from community donations.

Great way to buy quality books. Staff is helpful. Wish it was bigger and longer hours. But so happy…read moreit's available

Maybe it's the proximity of this particular location to Japanese businesses or perhaps there's just…read moresomething about this part of OC, but I found this Bookoff to be a delight. Sure, the parking can be hectic sometimes. After all, there is a Tokyo Central right next to it, but that's what makes this location so good. You can spend hours perusing the aisles for some good finds but can take a break and get some Pocky or a bento or a Fanta nearby without ever breaking theme. What's even better is it feels like the employees enjoy working here. They greet you warmly when you walk in and that hospitality Japan is known for is reflected in this staff, even if they aren't Japanese and this isn't Japan; the spirit still carries. So does the nostalgia walking through the aisles. If you played video games throughout the 90s to now you'll see pieces of your childhood everywhere you look: a Super Famicom with Chrono Trigger for sale or a Vegeta action figure going Super Saiyan or the many mangas of Rumiko Takahashi such as Ranma 1/2 or Inuyasha. In encapsulates otaku culture through the ages well. Even looking for books of different genres and authors can be found, some new but most used. It doesn't mean they aren't good. It just means they're pre-loved. This means you can get a bargain for some books you might have been meaning to check out for a great price. They also have book sales all the time. If you feel a need to lighten your collection at home, whether it be action figure or games you no longer play, Bookoff buys them from you. It means your cash could go even further if you have things to sell. Though the size of Bookoffs in America does have me wishing they were larger like their Japanese counterparts they do pack quite a lot for the space they occupy. You can spend 15 minutes to multiple hours here, depending on what you're looking for. I say that means it's worth checking out. After all, the worst that can happen is if you don't find anything to tickle your fancy you can always go to Tokyo Central or IKEA right after.

I love this spot. It's one of the OGs, and I've been coming here for a long time. There are some…read moregenuinely great finds--plenty of $1 items, solid deals on DVDs, and every once in a while something really special slips through the cracks. That said, the pricing is all over the place. It's obvious they rely heavily on some kind of algorithm to assign value, and when it works in your favor, it really works. I've picked up items worth hundreds of dollars for a few bucks. But the flip side is rough--things priced at $100 that you could easily find for $10-15 elsewhere. That inconsistency is both the magic and the frustration. Selling to them is another story. They'll give you next to nothing unless it's something truly high-end, and even then, you're usually better off selling elsewhere. The margins are so far off at times that it really makes you wonder who's willing to take those deals. They do require ID and seem to follow the rules, but the reality is this kind of setup attracts people who either don't know what they have, don't care, are impatient, or are desperate. And yes, it also likely attracts people unloading stolen goods because they know the items are valuable, even if the payout is low. The store itself is very DIY. Nothing is cataloged, staff can't really help you with inventory, and what you see is what's available. Customer service is minimal--they're mostly focused on sorting and loss prevention. There's also an awkward dynamic between management and floor staff that you can feel when you're in there. At the end of the day, this place is a gamble. Sometimes you walk out feeling like you scored big. Other times you find something rare and exciting that's priced so high it might as well be untouchable. It almost screams desperation and lack of knowledge on the selling side--but ironically, that's exactly what brings in so much good stuff. If you know what you're doing and have patience, this place can be incredible. If not, it'll just feel chaotic.

An oasis of writing and literature in a suburban desert of concrete…read more The type of place Huell Howser used to visit. A business run by people who actually care. Not a business that spends time trying to boost profits by 2.6% this quarter. read fucking books, people.

Entered with an old credit voucher worth $50 from previous book sales. I figured that I would get a…read morefew books from a local bookstore rather than online because I already had the credit here. Firstly, I searched their online inventory website for the desired books. Website reported books in stock but were not on selves. The staff couldn't locate them either and said they would update the inventory. So the inventory site is unreliable. Secondly, upon ringing me up for $20, I produced the voucher thinking it would cover the entire cost. Unfortunately, it is only good for half the price of your purchase. When I expressed my confusion about this policy. The tall crotchety old man raised his voice and loudly repeated: "Good for HALF the purchase!" Sir there is no only else inside the store. It's not loud in there. I was your only customer all afternoon. There was no need to raise your voice at me. How embarrassing to get to the ripe old age of grey and still be throwing tantrums at paying customers no less! I should have left the store without purchasing anything but I was just so stunned! I understand that I failed to thoroughly read the small text at the bottom of the voucher that explains their policy. The old man could have simply referred to the text on the voucher instead of displaying such disrespectful behavior. Take your business elsewhere because your patronage is obviously not valued here.

The middle age lady that works here is a fake Christian who only cares about making money…read more Today I visited the store. I wore some new shoes which I bought to help with my bum leg\foot, so my limp and gait were more pronounced than usual. As I walk around, this middle age lady comes out the back, greets me and starting talking to the other older woman employee. Before you know, it I start hearing the younger woman suddenly start talking about her uncle who is disabled with a bad leg. She goes on to say that he was in discomfort for a long time, particulary his foot, but that it's all suddenly better now. I thought that was weird but as I kept listening, I noticed that she would say certain buzzwords like "I mean..." and "I don't know..." and "you know..." and "this guy..." Strangely, she said "this guy is so small" a few times while talking about an inventory item. Later she started telling the other woman that she had a near photographic memory. (She asked the woman to quiz her on the price of an item, which she got wrong 2 times and finally guessed correctly on the 3rd try which I thought was funny). Anyway, I soon realized that she is trying to fake synchronicity to lure the customer into making a purchase. Her MO became clear as day. She studies and watches the customers coming in and then begins a conversation with the other employees regarding something she notices (makes a read on) about the customer or perhaps overhears the customers talking about to make the customer think that the "coincidence" is a spiritual sign. The shop is clean and tidy, but it's mostly cheap mass produced art work or knick knacks that is marked up 500%. The older lady is actually very sweet and I get the feeling she just gets taken advantage of by the younger woman. Stay away from this fake Christian place! Even if Jesus came back and walked through the doors, that lady wouldn't recognize him and try to make a sale to him.

Really lovely selection of all sorts of things from scriptures, missionary gifts, artwork, books…read moreand more! The service is unmatched, everyone is so friendly and it is so fun walking around to browse all the materials. Parking is easy as the lot is huge.

This is one of two Barnes & Noble locations in Long Beach; this store - newly remodeled as of…read moreNovember 2025 - is in the Marina Pacifica plaza along with AMC Theaters, Ralph's, and Nordstrom Rack. By far, it's one of the most beautiful bookstores I've been to! A giant floral arrangement greets you the moment you walk in. The space lets in plenty of soft, bright light and there are cognac-colored armchairs spread throughout where you can pick up a book and read awhile. Even the counter says "words are magic," and I tend to agree! Layout-wise, new releases and vinyls are found toward the front, then fiction on the right, fantasy, kids in the middle/back, games and puzzles left/back, and gifts and journals front left next to the registers. There is no cafe at this location (although there is at the B&N Towne Center). I had a pleasant experience, albeit brief, with the associate who helped ring me up. Of course, B&N is retail pricing so items aren't necessarily cheaper, but I'm newly signed up to their membership and sometimes the 10% discount that fetches you comes out to be a little less expensive (e.g. Blackwing pencils, Rifle Paper). Plus, they often run promotions for rewards members, both free and paid, such as journals earning extra stamps during the second half of January. So keep an eye out for those deals!

I really was looking forward to this store re-opening but it was a massive downgrade. Pretty sad…read morewhat has become of it. It used to be open and airy and inviting. Now it's just a maze of bookshelves from floor to ceiling, you can't see further than 20 feet in any direction, there are no visible "aisles" to speak of, and it's literally a maze to get to the back of the store. Did I mention it's a maze?! The bookshelves don't follow any pattern, they are just randomly strewn about and some books are divided between different areas. Some sections got MASSIVELY downgraded! The technology and science books are a TINY little area that is literally about 10 feet wide. Meanwhile the Anime/manga section is absolutely HUGE and takes up several walls. Ridiculous. The workers are all great and it seems like they aren't too happy with the remodel either, as they are constantly asked where everything is now. I have no reason to come here anymore, I'll drive a little further to the Towne Center location.

Once upon a time, this Faerie Queen was making a day out of finding juicy literature for her…read morefavorite readers. When you find 5 books for $5, you know you have scored. The kind lady who was there this afternoon was super helpful. This is a very small place. My only wish is that it was bigger! The end.

Website indicated it was open but it was not. And I was not the only one on this thinking it was…read moreopen. There were 2-3 others standing outside when I drove up. Bummer.

This spot is such a gem in Old Town Tustin. It's a super cute bookstore with an amazing, welcoming…read morestaff and a great coffee shop inside, dangerous in the best way. I always make a point to stop by whenever I'm in the area just to browse the book selection. The space is cozy, thoughtfully curated, and exactly the kind of place that makes you want to linger a little longer. I love supporting small, independent bookstores, and Arvida makes it easy to do so.

Nice little bookstore with new and used selections. Fairly organized in the used section and happy…read moreto find a few young adult books my kiddo is interested in. Hopefully House of Dragons is a good one ;) nice selection of kids books too. With a cute little seating area as well. Lots of little seating spots to grab a book and find time slip away. If you're feeling the need for some caffeine, there's a small cafe within too.

Very helpful in selecting a gift for my friend. Had greeting cards, great selection of crystals,…read moreand other jewelry. They had books, incense, and candles. I was in a hurry, so wasn't able to check everything out.

I absolutely love this place it is my go to for any type of metaphysical spiritual needs. Their…read morestaff is all very knowledgeable and they even hold classes on different subjects so if interested, you should contact the facility. Everything I feel is well price and I like the variety, they pretty much have everything and if they don't, they will absolutely help you find it with by recommending any other places. It always smells so good in there. has a nice welcoming vibe. If you are in the Costa Mesa area and are in need of crystals, you should come check these guys out.