Local Bookstores

When ordering books for pleasure or for school, please consider purchasing from a local bookshop. Even if they don't have something in stock, they can usually order a book to arrive within 5-7 days. Ordering from a local store puts money right into the community and keeps our local stores thriving.

Dark Carnival

Address: 3086 Claremont Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705

If you are a lover of sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and all things other worldy, than this is the store for you. Located right next to its sister store Escapist Comics.

East Bay Booksellers

Address: 5433 College Ave. Oakland, CA 94618

A neighborhood bookstore that has been in Oakland for more than 20 years. They are also the host to frequest author events.

A Good Place for Books

Address: 6120 La Salle Ave. Oakland, CA 94611

A full-service neighborhood bookstore located in the heart of Montclair. They are known for their charming children's section.

Marcus Books

Address: 3900 Martin Luther King Jr. Way. Oakland, CA 94609

The nation's oldest black owned independent bookstore. Marcus Books has been serving the Bay for over 60 years.

Mrs. Dalloway's

Address: 2904 College Ave. Oakland, CA 94705

A quaint and inviting bookstore located in Berkeley since 2004. This bookstore is known for its popular author events.

Pegasus Books

Address: 5560 College Ave. Oakland, CA 94618

Located in Rockridge since 1969, Pegasus Books has been an Oakland feature for generations. The store also features a large selection of used books.

Walden Pond Books

Address: 3316 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610

Frequently voted best of the East Bay, Walden Pond Books sells new and used books. They also have a rare book room and a collection of board games.