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Bel Canto Books Retro Row
A community staple for diverse reads on Long Beach’s 4th Street.
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A community staple for diverse reads on Long Beach’s 4th Street.
Bel Canto Books Retro Row is a charming Long Beach bookstore tucked inside The Hangout on 4th Street. It features a small, well-curated collection highlighted by BIPOC authors and social justice titles, with shelves organized by identity and genre. The welcoming shop, run by Jhoanna, offers thoughtful children's books, events, and a newsletter, making it a beloved community hub on 4th Street.
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A thoughtfully organized collection focusing on BIPOC, AAPI, and social justice authors, shelved by identity and genre for easy browsing.
A wide range of books for babies, kids, and young adults, featuring diverse and current titles perfect for gifts or personal reading.
Community book clubs that engage readers in discussions on various themes, fostering connection and literary exploration.
Cute and unique book-related items, from gifts to accessories, to complement your reading experience.
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Overall rating
Meghan Collins
A welcome atmosphere and very well curated collection of social justice books! I highly recommend checking out this cute bookstore
Liza Banuelos
Beautiful book shop with very cute Bookish merchandise. Shop owner was very welcoming with great customer service! This will be one of my go-to bookstores!!!
Kate G
Stopped by while visiting Long Beach and picked up a book to read on my vacation. Cute store, with a good selection. Love the way they shelve the books by identity and genre! Always love supporting independent bookstores!
Agatha Isabel
A community staple and one of my favorite places on 4th street. I especially love the bookstores organization by AAPI authors and the likes. Check out their Kubo lb location also!
Lori Baralt
The bookstore, inside The Hangout on 4th street, is a Long Beach gem! It is small, but with an amazing collection for adults, babies, and everyone in between! The collection is very current with a focus on BIPOC authors and social justice issues. I have mainly bought children's books here for my own kids and as gifts and I absolutely love the selection and find something new and wonderful each time I visit! The owner, Jhoanna, is lovely and happy to talk all things book and bookstore-related. I hope to participate in one of their book clubs at some point. I also recommend signing up for the newsletter!
