Beachside Bookshop

Beachside Bookshop

Beachside Bookshop
4.9
Speciality & Gift Shops
This location was reported permanently closed
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Putting the YA in Yay! Independent bookshop catering to readers of young adult fiction. Also offering a clever edit of popular new releases for adults, children and babies.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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DavidDarkHorse
Manly, Australia51 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2016 • Family
Great customer service from excellent, knowledgeable and friendly staff.
If you have teenage children and you are on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, it is the place to shop.
Written 19 December 2016
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So sorry we didn't see your kind review to acknowledge earlier, we really appreciate your support and for letting us know we've been of help to you.
Written 19 April 2017
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Penelope K
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2020 • Solo
Beachside bookshop provides excellent service especially useful for grandparents. The helpful staff is so knowledgeable about books for childen that I always come out with excellent gifts for my grandchildren. Always my first choice for books in Avalon.
Written 3 June 2020
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The E's
Palm Beach, Australia13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2019 • Family
Just wanted to say a massive thank you for all your recommendations. The 4 books I took with me on our recent holiday were just fantastic I loved every one. Your passion for the books you recommend is outstanding and being a mother of 3 boys - 2 being teenagers who need to be guided with their book choices you are always spot on and they love whatever you recommend. We are so fortunate to have your amazing store in Avalon and thank you Beachside Books your shop is the best. See you soon.
Written 26 April 2019
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That makes me very happy knowing all your holiday reads were spot on. Can’t wait for the chance to recommend more! Thanks for taking the time to write this review. Really appreciated.
Written 27 April 2019
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Louise J
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2018 • Family
A wide range of titles to choose from in a light filled welcoming environment. Libby and her team know their authors and their works. This place is so much more than just buying a book, the staff are always helpful and can provide great suggestions if your stuck. They send books to friends as gifts for us on a regular basis. This place is just a little addictive.
Written 31 August 2018
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A good addiction though! Thank you for your many visits and sharing your feedback
Written 27 April 2019
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nicole t
Sydney, Australia1,495 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2017 • Family
We came here to buy a couple of kids books.

Small but lots of choices!

As a bonus one of the authors of Zac Powers happened to be in store - much to my daughters delight!!

Written 18 April 2017
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That was completely serendipitous! Thanks for sharing your experience here, and I'm pleased to hear the bookmarks were a hit too.
Written 19 April 2017
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Annie927
Singapore, Singapore16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2016 • Friends
A must visit bookshop. Really friendly and knowledgable proprietor - lots of great advice and recommendations, with a selection of books to suit everyone.
Written 18 June 2016
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Hello Annie, it was a pleasure helping you find all those book gifts for your relatives, plus most importantly for you! Hope you can visit again soon, and thanks so much for your review.
Written 19 June 2016
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MichelleESydney
Sydney, Australia163 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2016 • Family
This is the most well run and organised book shop I have been in for a very long time. I went in recently to look for books for my 5 year old and was greeted by the most friendliest helpful gentleman, this made my task of finding the right book so much easier. Book selection is amazing and staff fabulous... Worth the visit if you haven't already been and its also great to support the local businesses. I will definitely go back!!!! Thank you!!!
Written 23 May 2016
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Hi Michelle, Ian will be thrilled to hear your feedback and that you were happy with your visit. Thanks for taking the time to write such a lovely review! Libby
Written 24 May 2016
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