The 12 Best Bookstores in Northern California to Love

best bookstores in Northern California

Great independent bookstores abound in the state of California though if you google anything like “best bookstores in Northern California” I’ve found that most articles tend to stick to those in the Bay Area. There are dozens there that deserve all the fanfare but California extends hundreds of miles north of the Bay. And, I’d […]

City Lights Bookstore: Everything You Need to Know About this San Francisco Icon

City Lights Bookstore in San Francisco

It’s one of the top destinations to visit on any trip to San Francisco and we couldn’t agree more. Whether you’re just looking for your next great book to read or love literary, cultural, or Beat Generation history, this is the place to be. Here’s everything you need to know about City Lights Bookstore.  EVERYTHING […]

Visit the Enchanting Henry Miller Library in Big Sur

The Henry Miller Library in Big Sur, CA

This post contains affiliate links On a recent trip to Big Sur with a friend and my daughters, I was finally able to visit the Henry Miller Library which had intrigued me since I first saw it many years ago. We just finished lunch at Nepenthe (go for the incredible views, not particularly for the […]