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Friends of the Library Used Bookstore

5103 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA 93013
(805) 566-0033
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Ranked #5 of 11 attractions in Carpinteria
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- 29 Mar 2013
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San Bernardino, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

My husband and I stayed two nights in Carpinteria.I read the reviews on Trip Advisor and we had to check it out.My husband and I love books.The value is great here.Hardbacks are $2 and paperbacks are $1.They had a large variety of books,including best selling authors and children's and young adult books.The staff (who are volunteers) was extremely friendly and... More

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Prescott, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2013

We were in Carp visiting friends and hanging out at the beach over fall break. One lazy afternoon we had an opportunity to stop by the Friends of the Libary Used Bookstore. The ladies watching over the shop that day were so kind and patient, as my 8 year old rummaged through their selection. He ended up using some of... More

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Carpinteria, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 August 2011

I am local Carpinterian and visit this used bookstore often to either donate oe buy used books. Used hardbacks are $2 and used paperbacks are $1. The Friends of the Library Used Bookstore frequently has book sales, so you can even purchase books at a deeper discount. Friends of the Library Used Bookstore is operated by volunteers and all proceeds... More

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Carpinteria, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2011

The Carpinteria Friends of Library Used Book Store is a great place to find a book, get sightseeing information, or just chat with friendly people. Prices are good, books are organized, staff and customers eagerly give tips on everything Carpinteria. When I was there they were open only in afternoons.

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