Malibu Village Books
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Malibu Village Books

23359 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA

★★★★★5.0(22 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This hidden gem tucked away in Malibu Village is a cozy independent bookshop where the staff genuinely knows their stuff and takes real time to help you find your next great read. The warm, welcoming atmosphere makes it perfect for settling in with a coffee and a book for hours, whether you're a local looking for a community touchstone or a visitor seeking an authentic alternative to chain bookstores. It's the kind of place where personal recommendations from passionate booksellers actually matter more than the size of the inventory.

What to expect

Traditional drinksLaptop friendlyFamily friendlyMeetingsSlow sit

Google Reviews

jkus eats
★★★★★4 months ago

Lovely cozy little local bookshop. Not a Barnes & Noble but a small welcoming bookshop with staff ready to help.

Yasmin Walters
★★★★★9 months ago

Lovely little shop but more importantly fantastic service! Sunny (Sonny?) really knows his stuff and just generally made picking a book super easy (despite my vague and broad parameters). He basically found me the book I didn’t even know I wanted to read! Plus he’s just a chill guy who’s very knowledgeable and easy to chat books with

Molly Jones
★★★★★11 months ago

Popped into this store whilst on holiday in Malibu, the lovely sales assistant recommended a book based on previous reads - I’m a few chapters in and loving it! What a wonderful store, glad to have visited. Thank you!

jany salinas
★★★★★a year ago

Had just recently moved to California and was looking for a book store to have a sense of familiarity. This was my first stop and I couldn't be more happy with my experience. With my budget I usually get books used, but I made an exception this time. Had fantastic conversations with Sunny, who listened closely to my interests and recommended a whole stack of things they thought I'd love. Walked out happy and with Piranesi by Susanna Clarke in my hand. The book was just what a needed- I flew right through it and have been propelled into continuing my reading journey with new energy. Love this shop and it's knowledgeable, kind staff! Thanks guys!

N H
★★★★★2 years ago

A lovely little bookshop tucked behind the Wells Fargo in the far corner. I would have never seen it or even known there was a bookstore at all had it not been for a chalkboard sign in a busier part of the parking lot.

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