Orinda Books
@orindabooks.bsky.social
An indie bookstore serving Orinda, CA since 1976.
Jólabókaflóð is the Icelandic yuletide tradition of gifting someone a book to read on Christmas Eve. I can't think of a better way to say "Gleðileg Jól" (Merry Christmas) than a new book gifted to me on a cozy winter's night. Stop by and stock up for this year's "book flood."
#shopindie #shoplocal
#shopindie #shoplocal
December 17, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Jólabókaflóð is the Icelandic yuletide tradition of gifting someone a book to read on Christmas Eve. I can't think of a better way to say "Gleðileg Jól" (Merry Christmas) than a new book gifted to me on a cozy winter's night. Stop by and stock up for this year's "book flood."
#shopindie #shoplocal
#shopindie #shoplocal
Our local mystery book club, Murder Over Easy, will be skipping December and will meet on Thursday, January 22nd, at 10:30 AM in-store.
December 12, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Our local mystery book club, Murder Over Easy, will be skipping December and will meet on Thursday, January 22nd, at 10:30 AM in-store.
Along with our classic picture books like How the Grinch Stole Christmas and The Polar Express, we have some newcomers to the Christmas Picture Book display. If you want to bring some new joy to the holiday reading list, give some of these titles a try.
December 10, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Along with our classic picture books like How the Grinch Stole Christmas and The Polar Express, we have some newcomers to the Christmas Picture Book display. If you want to bring some new joy to the holiday reading list, give some of these titles a try.
Want a book we don't have on our shelves? Place your order now! This is crunch time for our delivery services and you never know what delays may happen. Best to get your orders in early if you want your books to arrive before Christmas! The earlier, the better!
December 8, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Want a book we don't have on our shelves? Place your order now! This is crunch time for our delivery services and you never know what delays may happen. Best to get your orders in early if you want your books to arrive before Christmas! The earlier, the better!
Don't forget to #ShopIndie and #ShopLocal this month for your own Shelf Care!
December 5, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Don't forget to #ShopIndie and #ShopLocal this month for your own Shelf Care!
Stop by in-store on Dec. 16 between 2 and 4 PM for tea and a biscuit while you shop to celebrate Jane Austen's 250th Birthday. All Jane Austen titles will be 10% Off!
December 3, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Stop by in-store on Dec. 16 between 2 and 4 PM for tea and a biscuit while you shop to celebrate Jane Austen's 250th Birthday. All Jane Austen titles will be 10% Off!
We've put our holiday books on display as we enter December! We've also brought out our winter wrapping paper for all your gift-wrapping needs.
Orinda Books is ready to go for this holiday season! Are you ready?☃️ 🕎 🎄
Orinda Books is ready to go for this holiday season! Are you ready?☃️ 🕎 🎄
December 1, 2025 at 7:45 PM
We've put our holiday books on display as we enter December! We've also brought out our winter wrapping paper for all your gift-wrapping needs.
Orinda Books is ready to go for this holiday season! Are you ready?☃️ 🕎 🎄
Orinda Books is ready to go for this holiday season! Are you ready?☃️ 🕎 🎄
See you Monday for Apple Cider Monday!
November 28, 2025 at 7:45 PM
See you Monday for Apple Cider Monday!
Know what you're making for Thanksgiving? We have a few books with suggestions.
November 24, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Know what you're making for Thanksgiving? We have a few books with suggestions.
Some autumnal kids books to grab before you head out of town!🦃
November 21, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Some autumnal kids books to grab before you head out of town!🦃
The Poetry Circle will be meeting on Monday, Dec. 8, at 10:30 AM for a reading by Rachel Richardson, poet of the collection Smother.
All are welcome to join the Poetry Circle.
All are welcome to join the Poetry Circle.
November 17, 2025 at 7:45 PM
The Poetry Circle will be meeting on Monday, Dec. 8, at 10:30 AM for a reading by Rachel Richardson, poet of the collection Smother.
All are welcome to join the Poetry Circle.
All are welcome to join the Poetry Circle.
The next meeting of Pat's Book Club will be discussing The Summer Book by Tove Jansson on Thursday, December 4, at 11 AM.
All are welcome to join the discussion!
All are welcome to join the discussion!
November 14, 2025 at 7:45 PM
The next meeting of Pat's Book Club will be discussing The Summer Book by Tove Jansson on Thursday, December 4, at 11 AM.
All are welcome to join the discussion!
All are welcome to join the discussion!
Join us at the Orinda Library on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2PM for an author event with Dick Evans & Hannah Hindley about their book on birds of the Bay Area!
Dick Evans and Hannah Hindley, co-authors of "In the Shadow of the Bridge"
Dick and Hannah will be joined by Christine Walker of Point Blue Conservation Science.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Join us at the Orinda Library on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2PM for an author event with Dick Evans & Hannah Hindley about their book on birds of the Bay Area!
Date Change for our Mark Purdy event! Now on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 2 PM.
Mark Purdy, co-author of "The San Francisco 49ers: An Illustrated Timeline"
Relive the thrilling victories and heart-breaking losses that have captivated the 49er Faithful for generations.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Date Change for our Mark Purdy event! Now on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 2 PM.
Need a book that fits in your jacket pocket or your handbag? Grab a Nomad Edition!
This new compact design, inspired by Japanese pocket novels, is perfect for readers who like to travel--both in the world and in their books.
This new compact design, inspired by Japanese pocket novels, is perfect for readers who like to travel--both in the world and in their books.
November 7, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Need a book that fits in your jacket pocket or your handbag? Grab a Nomad Edition!
This new compact design, inspired by Japanese pocket novels, is perfect for readers who like to travel--both in the world and in their books.
This new compact design, inspired by Japanese pocket novels, is perfect for readers who like to travel--both in the world and in their books.
Time to get started on #NonfictionNovember !
November 5, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Time to get started on #NonfictionNovember !
We will be open on Tuesday, November 11th, Veteran's Day.
Come visit us on your day off! We'll see you then.
Come visit us on your day off! We'll see you then.
November 3, 2025 at 7:45 PM
We will be open on Tuesday, November 11th, Veteran's Day.
Come visit us on your day off! We'll see you then.
Come visit us on your day off! We'll see you then.
Our next murder mystery book club meeting will take place Thursday, Nov. 20th at 10:30 AM.
October 29, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Our next murder mystery book club meeting will take place Thursday, Nov. 20th at 10:30 AM.
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Join us for a Literary Luncheon on Thursday, November 20th, with author Ann Packer!
Join us for a Literary Luncheon on Thursday, November 20th, with author Ann Packer!
Literary Luncheon with Ann Packer, author of "Some Bright Nowhere"
Ann Packer makes a triumphant return with this powerful novel that is tender and raw, visceral and unexpected.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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Join us for a Literary Luncheon on Thursday, November 20th, with author Ann Packer!
Join us for a Literary Luncheon on Thursday, November 20th, with author Ann Packer!
Check out @Librofm to see all the spooky/thrilling tales on sale!
Scary Audiobook Sale
Sale on several thrillers, suspense, and horror titles for Halloween Season.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Check out @Librofm to see all the spooky/thrilling tales on sale!
Ready for a spooky tale to keep you company during your autumnal evenings?
October 22, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Ready for a spooky tale to keep you company during your autumnal evenings?