I grew up near this area and always loved going to Rakestraw books as a kid. Now, Im a teacher in the Sacramento area at a Title I school. Susan, who works with Rakestraw, reached out to me with an offer to donate books to my high school English classroom. I was so thrilled! She worked with me to get specific titles I asked for and threw in recommendations of hers as well that I know my students will love. I am so grateful to know that Rakestraw is still such a wonderful pillar in the Danville community. I plan on ordering as many books as I can from Rakestraw for my personal library and for my classroom library in the future!

I’ve been coming here for twenty years and so has my family and friends. Michael, the Owner is a wonderful person. Love him and love his store. You can call and make requests for books if they aren’t in stock and Michael will find them for you. The atmosphere is welcoming and he always has interesting authors in (virtual for now) who talk about their books.

We all need a local book store! Warm and friendly service.

Amazing selection (if they dont have it, theyll order it to for you!), and they have online ordering and curbside pickup!

Michael always has the ideal novel in mind for you. Its pretty much a super power. Expansive selections include amazing local talent.

Michael is always willing to help me find something or suggest a great title. I havent been disappointed yet!

Lots of interesting choices. Staff apparently likes reading.

Pre-ordered some books and I got just what I need. The salesclerk was helpful and knowledgeable. The books were well-kept and was organized.

Great selection and their books was categorized. Staffs were friendly and easy to approach. Prices were fair too.

I hate to slam an indie bookstore but I have to give an honest review... I went in looking for 4-5 commonly-available books and they had none available. The associate I was speaking with was very helpful, but it was made awkward by the owner having a very intense argument over the phone (!).

Great independent bookstore with a really cool selection of non-fiction books, in my opinion! Ill definitely be making a return visit once I finish the two books I bought today! 👍👍👍

Excellent personal attention in a local bookstore. Limited but good selection and lots of kids/youth books. They know what they have and can order.

Rakestraw Books is the only retail bookstore in Downtown Danville. It is a wonderful gem for book lovers. Has a nice selection of books, including local Bay Area authors and East Bay authors in particular, and gifts for sale in a cozy, comfortable setting.Rakestraw Books has wonderful, free literary events / book readings and signings for the community for both adults and kids.Kid Friendly: On Thursday & Saturday morning, they have Storytime for 2 - 4 year olds, which includes a craft activity at times. On special Storytime events, you need to call to RSVP to save a spot. On one Saturday, Rakestraw Books had a Madeline Storytime, in which Madeline came out at the end to greet and take photos with her. The under 5 year crowd was stunned and speechless when she walked in.There is a Kids and Teens areas at the back of the store with kid size chairs to sit and books and things for sale at preschooler’s eye level (watch out - lol).Rakestraw Books is located right next to Starbucks and across from Trader Joe’s on Railroad Road, which is next to San Ramon Valley High School. Find a parking space can be tough in the free parking lot depending on the time of day.

Our first time at this bookstore and we enjoyed our visit. The place is quaint, very welcoming and friendly. We will definitely be back!

Pre-ordered Debbie Harrys autobiography from a Rakestraw rep at her concert at the Concord Pavillion. Rakestraw got me a signed first edition copy. Thanks Rakestraw!

What a great independent bookstore! Very welcoming and knowledgeable staff. If theres a book you are looking for not in stock, it can be ordered!Shop local. Shop Rakestraw Books! 👍

The clerk cheefully greeted all the customers and answered questions professionally and kindly.

Nice, friendly atmosphere. I went to find a bible, but they didnt have any at the time. Michael was still very helpful and friendly!

Great old fashioned book store!

I love Rakestraw! Michael does an incredible job learning his customers names and making recommendations. Hi enthusiasm for books is contagious--he adores reading brief passages to customers to give them a feel for a book and can even quote passages from memory. Rakestraw is one of the things that keeps me in Danville. I would never want to live in a community that did not have an independent bookstore and I cant imagine a better one than Rakestraw! Any book they dont have on the shelf they can order and have it in the store often by the next day. Who needs Amazon? Support this bookstore!

A wonderful independent bookstore with caring and knowledgeable staff.

Rakestraw is a hidden gem! If you want to support an independent bookstore, definitely check them out.

I live in a different area, but whenever we come up to visit family we make a point of stopping by this bookstore. There is a great selection of books for kids and adults.

They always have a good selection of childrens books.

Great place worth a visit.

Great local bookstore

Nasty owner