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Vroman's Bookstore

Bookstore and Gift Store

Playhouse District, Pasadena

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Vroman's Bookstore

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"Well-culled graphic novel selection."(16 Tips)
"Favorite bookstore of all time."(2 Tips)
"One of the best independent book stores in Los Angeles."(2 Tips)
"A good latte & I love supporting local bookstores!"(2 Tips)

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St. Martin's PressDecember 5, 2013
Meet Kelly Parsons on Monday, February 10, 2014 at 7:00 Pm as he reads from his debut novel Doing Harm. Read more
Sandy ScottFebruary 5, 2014
One the best bookstores anywhere.
St. Martin's PressDecember 5, 2012
Meet Alison Singh Gee on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her debut memoir Where the Peacocks Sing.
Thomas MartinetAugust 13, 2014
Great vibe in general!
D&R ProductionsMarch 26, 2016
Pick up sale on children's books; Jane Austin's "Pride and Prejudice."
Farrar, Straus & GirouxMay 6, 2013
Meet science writer Brian Switek on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new book, My Beloved Brontosaurus. Read more
Monica S.December 21, 2010
Been here 10+ times
One of the best independent book stores in Los Angeles. A must-visit!
Tor/ForgeAugust 8, 2012
Meet Cory Doctorow on Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 3:00 PM as he reads from his new young adult novel Pirate Cinema. Read more
Alex RayaMarch 16, 2014
Friendly n peaceful environment
St. Martin's PressDecember 5, 2012
Meet Steph Cha on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her debut novel Follow Her Home.
Michael AnthonySeptember 25, 2010
Been here 5+ times
I really wish Vroman's was open 24/7 (ha, although it's probably best for my bank account that they're not)!
St. Martin's PressJuly 19, 2012
Meet Jeri Westerson on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at 5:00 PM as she reads from her new novel Blood Lance. Read more
Tor/ForgeNovember 16, 2011
Meet Brian Herbert on Monday, January 9, 2012 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new novel, Sisterhood of Dune.
Farrar, Straus & GirouxAugust 9, 2011
Meet Héctor Tobar on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new novel, The Barbarian Nurseries.
Tim RidgwayDecember 29, 2010
Nowhere else do I know of such knowledgeable and helpful staff!
saraNovember 15, 2010
check the bargain books in the back on the first floor, tons of selections
Jessica KatzFebruary 20, 2014
I haven't been to the main store for a couple of years. At that time, there seemed to be a huge change of staff. It was horrible... I will not go back
Casey Van RossAugust 8, 2014
Just read some dope Hulk here dissapointed in their lack of Max/Punisher titles
David BarberDecember 7, 2014
Magazines and Hanukkah cards
St. Martin's PressJanuary 12, 2012
Meet Kristin Hannah on Friday, February 3, 2012 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her new novel, Home Front.
St. Martin's PressMarch 14, 2013
Meet Kristin Hannah on Friday, May 3, 2013 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her new novel Fly Away. Read more
Julie ClaytonSeptember 12, 2014
Book Signing! "Ballroom" by Alice Simpson.
Errol CatanesDecember 24, 2013
Open for 118 years
Ninja CupcakeAssassinNovember 3, 2011
Favorite bookstore of all time.
St. Martin's PressMarch 25, 2011
Meet Lisa Lillien on April 11, 2011 at 7:00 PM as she discusses and signs her new cookbook Hungry Girl 300 Under 300.
Dan HutsonSeptember 28, 2009
Been here 50+ times
Pasadena's oldest (and one of SoCal's best) independent booksellers.
Jill DruschkeJanuary 19, 2010
Well-culled graphic novel selection.

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