Rakestraw Books

925-837-7337

522 Hartz Avenue Danville, CA 94526

www.rakestrawbooks.com

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Mon - Thursday: 9 AM - 6 PM; Friday: 9 AM - 7 PM Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM Sunday: Noon - 5 PM

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Welcome to Rakestraw Books (est. April 1973), a beautiful, well-stocked independent bookshop located in Danville, California; well-known for our selection, our book-loving staff, and our great events. Danville Area Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year 2005.

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great author events

by Nick J. | insider Insider | Rank: 29,163

I have been shopping at Rakestraw Books since I was a kid and I am always impressed by the authors they bring in to speak. It's a small store but the writers are the best around. Over the past couple years, I have heard Michael Chabon, Richard Russo, Richard Ford, and many others. I just read today that they are bringing Barbara Walters to the bookstore. And, best of all, the bookstore is an intimate space, so you really get a chance to interact both with the authors and other members of the audience.

Posted 03/07/08 | Report Abuse

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Fun, local bookstore

by Melissa L. | insider_expert Insider Expert | Rank: 4,543

This is the bookstore that I grew up with! I have many good memories of coming here when I was younger. They have a good selection of books for a smaller store. Prices are decent, not cheap, but not expensive either.

PROS: Friendly
CONS: Not as much selection as B&N

Posted 08/02/06 | Report Abuse

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