A long-time favorite of NoHo locals and Angelenos in general, Iliad brings you LA’s biggest book arsenals in a very casual and amiable setting. Not surprisingly, a few swear by this bookstore as the best in SoCal. Come here on your day-off to browse the leviathan selection of books on every thinkable subject or in search of a specific title. Chances are you will be able to find it right there and then, and for a excellent price. The staff is infallibly helpful and knowledgeable. If overwhelmed by the epic multitude or having trouble navigating to the exact title, ask a store clerk to lead you to the specific book. Piled high with USD2 and USD1 latest bestsellers and classics, Iliad’s bargain tables alone are a great reason to pop by this treasure trove.
It is no small feat for an independent bookstore to stay in business during the times when even giant chains have caved in. It is a downright marvel when a brand-new bookstore emerges and proceeds to forge upstream against the general trend of brick-and-mortar decline. One such miracle occurred in the midst of the Downtown Arts District in 2011 when The Last Bookstore opened its doors, dazzling eager bibliophiles and inquisitive passers-by with its spacious, beautifully laid-out interior packed full of new and used editions of every genre. With its affordable prices, friendly staff and a massive, continuously changing collection, the bookstore quickly claimed for itself a permanent place among the most popular destination of Downtown LA.
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Another great stop only a half-block off Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade, this shop has become one of the city's most popular destinations for artists and architects alike. Inside you will find an impressive selection of new and hard-to-find books on art and architecture. A friendly and knowledgeable staff is also worth mentioning.
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Sideshow Books specializes in vintage, used and new rare books, magazines, journals and ephemera in the realms of Modern Art, Photography, Crime, Pulp Fiction, Cinema, Rock n Roll, Sci-Fi, UFO, Esoteric, New Age, Exotica, Afro-American Pulp, Womens Studies, Lesbiana, Gay, Sexuality, Erotica, Vintage Illustration Art, 1960s Concert posters, Gently used Literature and classic childrens books. One-of-a-kind finds including signed books, limited editions, original artwork, arcane media, and long-forgotten writings re-discovered. Specials change weekly.
Welcome to Next Chapter Books! We have been the premier used book store for the city of Canoga Park and the surrounding areas since 2006. We are a local family owned and operated business dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and high quality books for our valued customers. We specialize in buying, selling, and trading used books. In store we have a wide selection of over 1000 quality used books including both paperback and hardcover ranging from the latest releases to collectibles. If you are looking for specific genres, you will most likely find it here. Some of those include U.S. military history, biographies, aviation, space, science fiction, travel, religious, and fantasy among many more. At Next Chapter Books our priority is creating a friendly, down home atmosphere where you can find an incredible book. Stop by our store today!
Chevalier's Books is a store with heart. The poster placed near the entrance says it all: The store has survived earthquakes and a plethora of big chain stores and after years it's still holding forth on Hancock Park's Larchmont Boulevard. Many of the patrons are longtime area residents. The shop offers new and classic titles as well as every category you'd expect from a full-service book store. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and the store stands by its promise to find any book in print.
The Book Jewel is a family owned, local, independent bookstore serving the communities of Westchester, Inglewood, Playa del Rey and others! Located in the heart of downtown Westchester near Los Angeles International Airport; we are a special shop for new and gently used books and locally sourced, ethically crafted gifts. Whether you are a neighbor or simply passing through, you are welcome to be part of our community!
