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Avid Reader

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Used & Rare Books, Book Stores, Gift Shops

617 2nd St, Davis, CA 95616

530-758-4040

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Today: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Arianna A.

02/07/16

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Fun place to take your kids to look for those unique and retro toys. They have fun educational toys too.

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Arianna A.

01/31/16

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I found this bookstore a great place for children's books. There was a nice seating area and an enjoyable selection of kids books.

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itsbella

09/29/13

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So rude, so disappointing!

I have ALWAYS loved this bookstore, until today that is. I have never been more offended then how my son and I were treated today. I have been a customer for several years and my son loved going as well. I have bought several books there for both my son and I, but I don't think I will EVER be returning there again. Today, my son and I were visiting the store and he wanted me to read to him, so we went up to the children's loft area and curled up in the corner and laid down and I read to him. Then suddenly the owner, Alzada, comes up to us and tells us that this area is for children and not for adults to hang out. I told her I'm reading to my son, and she responded again the area was for elementary kids. Well my son is in elementary school, he's 11, he just turned 11 actually 3 days ago. She looked him up and down and then said, well he's big for being 11, never the less, this store is to browse books, NOT HANGOUT, and then she walked away. My son was so sad he just wanted to go since obviously we were no longer welcome. We're both so broken hearted by her attitude. We weren't being loud or in anyone's way. I was just reading quietly to my son.

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General Info
We are happy to have the opportunity to introduce you to our store and to be a part of the Book Sense experience. Enjoy exploring The Avid Reader through our website! The Avid Reader holds awards for best bookstore, best customer service, and best independent retailer. Services include overnight special ordering (with free shipping), direct to home shipping, online ordering, and fast searches for used, difficult to obtain, and out of print books. Teachers receive a 20% discount for classroom orders. The store hosts its own Bookclub, which meets on the third Monday of every month, and are always open to new members. Bookclub members receive 20% off the book choice for that month. Its Children's Book Loft is a popular destination for young readers. The store is recognized for a staff that is fast, friendly and knowledgeable, an extensive book selection including the best in print for the readers of Davis, strong support of local authors t hat includes dozens of booksignings annually, contributions to local organizations, and sponsorships of community programs. The store?s owner, Davis resident Alzada Knickerbocker, is the recipient of California?s 2006 Small Business Champion Award. Our website now also includes our Sacramento store, The Avid Reader at the Tower. Check under Store Events for upcoming events at both stores.
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Categories
Used & Rare Books, Book Stores, Gift Shops
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Neighborhood
Downtown Davis
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Price Range : Average

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