Hicklebee's Childrens Books
(408) 292-8880
1378 Lincoln Ave
San Jose,
CA
95125
37.3041
-121.8974
Neighborhoods: Willow Glen, Willow Glen
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The Store
Owner Valerie Lewis may revel in her store's community vibe, but her reputation as an authority on children's books has earned her an international reputation. The combination of Lewis' charisma and the friendly, helpful Hicklebee's staff is what has kept her small independent bookstore in business.
The Space
Life-sized cut-outs of famous fictional book characters mingle amidst aisles of books, educational toys, puppets, stuffed animals and an eclectic costume collection. Not only does Lewis stock her shelves with them, she publishes books focused on children's literature.
Hyped for Harry!
Long before the "Goblet of Fire," Hicklebee's was early aboard the Harry Potter craze. Author J.K. Rowlings has dropped in for signings, and they've got full racks of Potter paraphernalia--from the hard- and soft-covered tomes to Harry-style glasses, stuffed owls and unabridged cassettes of the books.
User Reviews
Anonymous
June 15, 2007
What else can be said about this wonderful book store? They gift wrap! We stop in almost every Saturday morning on the way to a party and ask the staff to pick out a special birthday gift. Also, they have lots of authors come to read and sign, lots of autographed books and Wiggle Time story telling. Check their web site. Get on the email list. There is a lot going on a Hicklebee's!
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July 14, 2006
Hicklebees is a wonderful bookstore. It's small, compact and not so overwhelming like some of the other bookstores. The selection is great and the staff is knowledgeable. PROS: selection and staff CONS:
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July 13, 2006
This place is so kid friendly you have to love em. It's nice to see a mom and pop store be so successful. The kids loving going there to pick up books and everyone is always so friendly.
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Keep Reading!:
Hicklebee's offers great recommendations for avid young readers. Try such Phillip Pullman books as "The Golden Compass," "The Subtle Knife" or "The Amber Spyglass."
Switch off the PlayStation:
Take your children to Hicklebee's throughout summer, as the staff hosts weekly read-a-long programs. Call for a complete schedule.
