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Barnes & Noble
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Mid-City West, Los Angeles
"... yet that I have done a book signing in. ~ @poetvalentinno"(4 Tips)"Curl up with your Nook and connect with AT&T Wi-Fi."(5 Tips)
"We love ELLEN on east coast any signings on east coast."(3 Tips)
"dramatic readings of Danielle Steele novels on the escalator."(5 Tips)
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- Ellen DeGeneresSeptember 30, 2011This is a great place to meet friends, buy my book, 'Seriously… I'm Kidding,' & do dramatic readings of Danielle Steele novels on the escalator. If you don't have time for all three, just buy my book.Upvote36Downvote
Sativa VerteApril 27, 2011This is one of the best Barnes & Noble department stores in the US; go here 4 any movie, trinket, or book. Keep tabs on book signing & celebrity appearances here! fun place 2 bring out of town guestsUpvote18DownvoteUpvoted 2 weeks ago
다희 노May 3, 2016Whole array of books and random soap/ notebook accessories that you can get lost in. Read a book. Drink coffee. Sleep on the floor. It's all good.Upvote5Downvote
! ! "Backstage Gabe 🔺October 25, 2011Celeb book signing is in the corner next to childens books. Take a kid and get good pics and video without waiting in line. Check out my Red Hot Chili Peppers video and pics here.Upvote4Downvote
Dine.Savor.Repeat. ™️ a Jesse Watrous CompanyMarch 4, 2013Cashier, Customer Service, Cafe, & B&N Jr. Is the 3rd floor. Weird & inconvenient, especially for families who have strollers (like me). But they have an outdoor patio which is neat.Upvote2Downvote
Caren ViniegraMay 29, 2011Three levels of heaven! I could like live here already. Music, magazines, BOOKS, the nook, and Starbucks. My life is complete. Try checking out the nooks. I had fun mostly on that part.UpvoteDownvote
Best events and management/staff are amazing!! Lita is The best PR manager!
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If your looking for a respite from the Grove crowds, head up to third floor, pick up a treat from Starbucks and park yourself on the outdoor terrace overlooking the main Grove thoroughfare.Upvote2Downvote
Roland LuiAugust 31, 2014Try to get something simple like coffee when it's busy. It can take a while for you to get your drink.
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Hanna AvlasAugust 2, 2022I would love to stay here overnight with all those books, consuming coffee endlessly, digging into pages... 📚UpvoteDownvote- Poet ValentinnoAugust 22, 2012Massive location, Very spacious with 3 floors, Was one of my favorite B&N yet that I have done a book signing in. ~ @poetvalentinnoUpvoteDownvote
Its a great place in the LA area- solid #bookstore, plus amazing special events/guests, like @theguild, @therealstanlee, @feliciaday...Upvote1Downvote
Louis HarboeNovember 26, 2018Top floor and balcony is the only place to chill at the Grove without a massive crowd.UpvoteDownvote
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Marjorie WioskyDecember 31, 2011Please come to MN Barnes & Noble. Would be dream come true if you could bring my idol Steben Tyler too! Am waitimh for ride home from hospital have ishemic collitis couleld be from stress husband..UpvoteDownvote
Mark HaileJune 15, 2010It's hotter than the weather forecast said outside, but inside the largest B & N on the West Coast, it's cool (and surprisingly not crowded). I hear Hindi, Korean, Hebrew ~a bit o' English, too.Upvote1Downvote
- AT&TSeptember 13, 2011This Barnes & Noble store is also an AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spot. Curl up with your Nook and connect with AT&T Wi-Fi.Upvote3Downvote
- Charles T SebestaJuly 28, 2015Great Bookstore! Considerable selection and friendly staff.UpvoteDownvote
- DAN COXDecember 1, 2011Real books. That you hold in your hand. Hold onto the thought as long as possible.Upvote6Downvote
St. Martin's PressJanuary 30, 2013Meet Bravo TV executive and Watch What Happens Live! host Andy Cohen on Friday, April 12, 2013 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his memoir Most Talkative. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
jen pMay 1, 2011reserve books online and pick up in store! plus i think most used public restrooms at the grove, when theres the restrooms by the concierge that are much cleanerUpvoteDownvote
Gabrielle BernsteinOctober 14, 2011Pick up a copy of my new book #SpiritJunkie and forward your recept to events@herfuture.com to get live-stream access to my special 11-11-11 Lecture! Read more
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- St. Martin's PressJune 11, 2014Meet actress Jenny Mollen on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her debut memoir I Like You Just the Way I Am. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
I YFebruary 20, 2015The WiFi connection here is way more reliable than the connection for the Grove.UpvoteDownvote
Jorge GarcíaJuly 18, 2012I love this place, good music, good books, good coffee. I love it.UpvoteDownvote
It's always nice to grab a seat on the patio for sun and fresh breezesUpvote1Downvote
LizzieRoyaleNovember 12, 2010Before buying a book, see if there is a sale price online! Buy it for the sale price & they'll ship it to your home!Upvote1Downvote
Alyssa WFebruary 16, 2015whatever you do, don't charge your phone. an employee yelled at me for using an outlet.Upvote1Downvote
Going for classics? B&N printed hardcover and paperback books are the cheapest!UpvoteDownvote
Jeffrey SMay 30, 2013The restrooms are on the third level. You really need to go if you stop here for a bathroom break.UpvoteDownvote
오미헤July 18, 2011can validate ticket here & alwayz famous people book signingz here & pretty remindable place like the americanazUpvote1Downvote
Christian B.September 8, 2011They have a 14 day return policy, and if you paid with a credit card it could take up to 2 weeks for the reverse to appear.UpvoteDownvote
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Adrian CollinsJune 5, 2021Dirty cashier carpet, great for microbial autonomy and ead plant in cherished balcony...UpvoteDownvote
Charming LiarsMarch 13, 2014Zack spends a lot of his time here reading books and drinking coffee.Upvote2Downvote
Raquel MassoniJuly 16, 2013Disrespectful staff especially for the blond girl on the second floor... If you dont like answering questions lady, look for another jobUpvoteDownvote
Vallee GirlOctober 23, 2011Sunday 10/23: Barnes & Noble is closed to shoot a commercial... They're handing out coupons for a free Starbucks...UpvoteDownvote
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"Great place. Nice selection, friendly and helpful staff, free wrapping. Parking out back."
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