Village Well Books & Coffee

9900 Culver Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

Village Well Books & Coffee is a community-focused and impact-driven bookstore and cafe in the heart of downtown Culver City. Art from local artists hang on the walls and shelves of this bright and colorful 3,000 square-foot space, created for people to eat, read, connect, and learn about our community and world. Every month, the store highlights a different social cause with reading lists and links to supportive organizations.

The Frugal Frigate

9 N. 6th St., Redlands, CA 92373

The Frugal Frigate is an independent children’s bookstore located in historic downtown Redlands. Part of the community for over 33-years, the store proudly offers the best in both new titles and beloved favorites of children’s literature. They also carry a selection of plush toys, journals, stationery, cards, a build-a-stuffie workshop and all sorts of things to stir the imagination.

Vroman's Bookstore

695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91101

Founded in 1894, Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena is the oldest and largest independent bookstore in Southern California. Aside from a well-curated selection of inventory, Vroman’s is recognized for its outstanding programming, which includes literary events, signings, book clubs and workshops. They even offer a coffee nook and a gift store!  

Gatsby Books

5535 E. Spring St., Long Beach, CA 90808

Gatsby Books has been the literary heart of Long Beach since 2010. Hosting author events, poetry nights, and even a wedding once upon a time. Gatsby Books sells gently used books and a few new titles as well. Make sure to stop by to browse and visit Ruby, the beloved store cat.

The Last Bookstore

453 S. Spring St. Ground Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90013

They're not really the "last" bookstore... thank goodness. But The Last Bookstore is the largest new and used bookstore in California. The downtown LA location is the only bookstore that’s 22,000 square-feet with a record store, comic book store, five art studios, an epic yarn shop, a famous tunnel and so much more. Also, make sure to check out The Annex, their gated book room that has all the fancy stuff.

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