Reviewing this as someone who donated. Called during the morning to check what their hours were for donations on that day and if they accepted our items. Too bad no where accepts old mattresses. Oh well. I received friendly help on the phone. They have a private lot where you can park, and there are spots in the back directly in front of where they receive donations. it was a smooth and easy process to drop off our bags of clothes and also a small piece of furniture. They offered a receipt for our donation but we declined. If you’re looking for a place to donate your goods, try this Goodwill!
William P.
Place rating: 4 Los Angeles, CA
My local Goodwill had a modest selection of books and records but when I found out that Goodwill has book specific stores I just had to check this place out. It has wall-to-wall books of every genre. The prices are perfect for a college student or anyone on a budget trying to grad some material. Because we all know that reading a physical copy is better than an e-book I snagged myself some collectors edition books for less than 5 dollars and in excellent condition. What I like most is that these books are all donated, which allows the books to find a home in someone else’s bookshelf. Books should never be tossed in the trash. I like to think it as a book kennel. Books are just waiting to get«adopted» by a new owner. By buying here you’re helping keep people employed. The workers here are really helpful and are upbeat.
Ann W.
Place rating: 5 South Pasadena, CA
I’m really impressed with this little place. First off, it’s an air-conditioned used bookstore. What isn’t great about that?! You have to dig a little to find good ones, but I usually find at least one little gem each time I go. You can find books for all ages and DVDs, too. They also take«all» donated items. The staff are very nice and helpful. It’s usually not very busy, at least when I’ve been there on the weekdays, midday and early evenings. I’ll definitely be back to do more donating and treasure hunting!
Daisy K.
Place rating: 5 Pasadena, CA
What a great store. I haven’t seen another Goodwill bookstore. I saw lots of kids and teens shopping here and I can respect Goodwill for making it an affordable habit. This location will also take donations for pretty much anything. The parking lot is small, so you might have to drag your items a bit far depending on where you park. You also need to wait for some time for an attendant to come by, but the staff is super friendly.
E J.
Place rating: 4 San Marino, CA
Great store – I love this place. Well organized used book store. Mostly high quality merchandise. Large selection of different categories. Well lit store, with some seating available. Easy to drop off donations.
Diana W.
Place rating: 5 Los Angeles, CA
Bookstore/DVD/Audio books. Take donation in back. There’s a restroom too. Very clean place. Jason was super friendly. Sooo glad I made a donation here in September. Found a good audio book for a 8−10hr drive this wknd with no radio, lifesaver. Easy free private parking lot.
Cathy A.
Place rating: 5 Los Angeles, CA
This is a great Goodwill. They only have books in it! They do accept donations for anything though. There’s a small parking lot, but it’s always had parking when I’ve gone. You cannot miss the location as it’s on the busy corner of Lake and Orange Grove. It’s a small store, but there’s seating around the edge of it for you to peruse your haul. They just opened, and have set a precedent for keeping the books arranged by sections. There’s a hardback fiction wall, and a good sized section for: kids books, health/pregnancy, paperback fiction, and old travel books. There are smaller sections on: art, religion, cds, dvds, and general non-fiction. I’m glad this opened up. They get new books all the time. I’ll probably check in monthly.