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Community-Centered Bookstores In LA

The past few years have been tough on bookstores, not only because of the economy but due to the increased popularity of electronic readers. Here are five community bookstores in Los Angeles happy to sprinkle your life with culture.

CBS Los Angeles–2013/05/20

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Best Children’s Bookstores In Los Angeles

The big box bookstores are great, but they don’t always have the charm and magic of a shop specializing in children’s literature. Here’s a list of the best children’s bookstores in Los Angeles.

CBS Los Angeles–2013/04/30

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Best Book Clubs To Join In Los Angeles

Many prefer the book-club setting because it allows for intellectual stimulation through the discussion of the material read, the exchange of ideas and opinions and sometimes even the input of the authors themselves. Following are five wonderful opportunities to enjoy the benefits of belonging to a book club in Los Angeles.

2012/05/21

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Prepare to Celebrate the Written Word at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books

America’s largest public celebration of the written word, the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, takes place on April 21 and 22. After 15 years at UCLA, The Festival of Books relocated to the University […]

CBS Los Angeles–2012/04/16

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Great LA Beach Reads

Beach-reading recommendations written by local authors – some of these novels take place here in your own backyard; others will take you far away.

CBS Los Angeles–2011/08/17

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Best Independent Bookstores In Los Angeles

The best independent bookstores reflect and serve their community. They provide a space for ideas and discovery through interesting stock, author events, and literary gatherings. Here are some of the best in Los Angeles.

2011/04/28

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Indie Bookstores For Angelinos

If you are missing a copy of “1984″ or “Anna Karenina,” pick one up for $2.50 at Iliad.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2010/10/07

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