Books

Books

Golden Lotus Temple and swans at the Self Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine
Things to Do | Attractions & Tours
From a romantic beach to historic bars, discover the best places in Los Angeles to read a book.
Charles Bukowski
Things to Do | Arts & Culture
Tracing Charles Bukowski's steps reveals that the cantankerous scribe left his mark all over the City of Angels.
Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center in Venice
Things to Do | Arts & Culture
One of the most famous literary incubators in the country, Beyond Baroque has celebrated the literary arts for more than 50 years.
Children's Book World
Things to Do | Shopping
From children's books to cooking to horror, read on for some of the best specialty bookstores in L.A.
Photo of author Octavia Butler
Things to Do | Arts & Culture
On view at The Huntington Library from April 8 to August 7, "Octavia E. Butler: Telling My Stories" examines the life and work of the celebrated science fiction author.
Richard J. Riordan Central Library
Things to Do | Arts & Culture
Discover the landmark Richard J. Riordan Central Library, the crown jewel of the Los Angeles Public Library system.
Main Exhibition Hall at The Huntington Library
Things to Do | Arts & Culture
Los Angeles libraries are among the most renowned in the country, featuring incredibly rare editions, important historical archives, and unique collections found nowhere else.
Things to Do | Arts & Culture
From world-famous Hollywood Boulevard to the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro, L.A. landmarks have been featured in generations of acclaimed novels.