New and Used Books on Life, Liberty & Happiness
Our store is
TEMPORARILY CLOSED
... but always open at
or order books from us by phone at
805.640.9441
Preface
DEAR READERS! Embark on an enchanting adventure that takes place in a re-imagined old church under a stand of shady oaks. Wander, with intent or aimlessly, through this truly unique bookstore and you will discover a vast and constantly changing inventory of fine and unusual books, with a wide range of subjects including philosophy, the arts, travel, adventure, science, psychology, religion, the classics and much more. We also feature carefully selected children's literature, perfect-condition hardcovers, first editions, and rare spiritual tomes, along with a robust selection of unique and eclectic gifts. Come share our love of books and curiosities at BookEnds Bookstore!
BANNED BOOKS WEEK
September 26 - October 2, 2021
Click the button to see our special presentation on Banned Books!
A LITERARY ESCAPADE
We are not simply selling books ~ we are sharing an experience. Within the separate buildings on our grounds, we have created unique havens, each with their own character and theme...
We host FUN EVENTS! Book readings, talks, musical performances and other social gatherings transform our quiet little village of Meiners Oaks into a lively destination. The outdoor stage, festive lights, and good company make for glorious evenings of entertainment and socializing.
APPRAISALS & ACQUISITIONS
With over 15 years of experience buying and selling books, we offer professional book appraisals to estimate the value of your book or book collection, based on current market, condition and other factors. We are also interested in purchasing your high-quality books. If you need a reliable valuation, or would like to sell your fine books, please contact us to set up an appointment.
EXTRA! EXTRA! Read all about us...
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Our Ideal Ojai Day with Celeste Matesevac & Marcia Doty, Bookends Bookstore
DISCOVER OJAI MONTHLY
December 2019
Those of us who live in the Ojai Valley are truly blessed. Inspired by fascinating people with incredible and varied talents, surrounded by stunning natural beauty and enriched by a city more like a village with a fabled artistic history, we find ourselves expanding our own boundaries... -
A Church by Any Other Name
OJAI QUARTERLY
Summer 2019
By Kit Stolz | Photos by Laura Gruenther
Glance at the substantial whitewashed structure – with a steeply pitched roof – standing at a corner in Meiners Oaks. One might wonder: what's up with that church? For the building, in fact, once was a church, but now is surrounded by icons and curios, including a backyard-sized Statue of Liberty, draped in festive lights, a small Airstream full of nature and outdoor living books, and an attractive garden patio. (...) -
2018 Merchant of the Year
THE OJAI VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
What an honor to receive this wonderful award... Thank you so much for your votes! -
The Church of the Written Word
OJAI VALLEY VISITOR'S GUIDE
By Tiobe Barron
Marcia Doty always wanted to run a bookstore out of an old church. A bookseller for over 15 years, Doty began to realize her dream in September 2011 when she and her longtime business partner, Celeste Matesevac, purchased a 1940s church on the corner of El Roblar Drive and Pueblo Avenue in Meiners Oaks (...) -
Lasts of the Independents
BEYOND THE ACORN
Fall 2016
By Ela Lindsay | Photos by Richard Gillard and Ela Lindsay
Independent bookstores have become like rare gems to be discovered and explored, their bounty to be relished. Here are a few remaining independently owned and operated local treasures (...) -
The Faces of Ojai
OJAI VALLEY VISITOR'S GUIDE
Winter 2015
~ A photo gallery of Ojai locals ~ -
What Are Words For?
VC REPORTER
Dec 19, 2013
By David Corner
Ever since the old gods were overthrown and animism was made the province of only the youngest children, it’s been difficult to believe that places have souls. And yet you would be forgiven if you thought you felt a living, breathing presence watching over you in Bookends (...) -
Day Trip: Ojai
LA CANVAS MAGAZINE
By Kristel Kovner
A mere two hours north of LA proper lies the artsy resort town of Ojai; a desert oasis where hippies, farmers and tourists live in harmony. Named Ojai (meaning “moon”) by its original Chumash tenants, a certain spirituality and connection with nature remains palpable in the city (...)
“Consumers control the marketplace by deciding where to spend their money. If what a bookstore offers matters to you, then shop at a bookstore. If you feel that the experience of reading a book is valuable, then read the book. This is how we change the world: we grab hold of it. We change ourselves.”
- Ann Patchett, bestselling author and co-owner of Parnassus Books
805.640.9441
110 South Pueblo Avenue, Ojai, California 93023
in Meiners Oaks at the corner of El Roblar
OUR STORE IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Books can still be ordered by phone or purchased online at AbeBooks.com.
