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4.0 of 5 stars.
I thought it was the best place to take my child. I wish there were more books though. There is something that you dont get from a bigger store like B&N. I would say it is SOO worth it to go here. My...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
best kid's bookstore around
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There is no comparison. Best bookstore ever
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this children's bookstore. They do one thing and they do it excellently: sell the highest quality children's books in a warm and welcoming environment. I've popped into this store...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best kid's bookstore around! I love going here for kid's book rather than the big stores, because the staff is so knowledgable! They have a cute little play table for the little ones while you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE Hicklebee's. My dad had a bookstore when i was growing up and this place reminds me of it. The selection of adult books is really great also:)
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I honestly could have spent hours in here looking at all the different books. They have such a good selection. If you think you can get the book cheaper at borders, forget it. Borders don't even have...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite places to buy gifts. They have a great exchange policy! You walk into the store and one of the friendly staff greets you and can always point out the perfect book for that...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When shopping for gifts for our grandchildren, Hicklebee's is our first (and usually only) stop. Very cool store. And their gift wrapping is off the charts.
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is probably the best children's book store ever. Its pretty much children's book heaven. The staff is sooo helpful! If you come in to the store with a specific need, but are not sure what book...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Both Josh and i really love this bookstore. they have great friendly staff that are so helpful. They always give great recommendation when we come in.
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you love childrens books or need to buy some, go here! For one:you're supporting local business and the $$ you spend goes back to our local economy, and two:SO MANY GREAT BOOKS!!!Beautifully...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good selection of kid's books. What they don't have they will order in for you. In the old days, that was a great service, but these days I'm doing them more of a favor by making a second trip...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Adorable. Like a treasure hunt with lots of little unexpected corners where you find something wonderful. So nice to have people ready and willing to help you unlike the big chains. Good selection and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I lived closer to this area because I would come here all the time. For the past 2 years, I have been on a mission to collect children's books. I usually collect disney classics (especially the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't frequent this store as much as I want, because I am a bit too lazy to drive to Willow Glen. However, when I am specifically buying children's books I will drive here.Hicklebee's is a lovely...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place!!! Hicklebee's is the best place to go for children's books. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. They have all genres and a good variety of books in the store....
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place brings me back to my childhood! I can't say enough good things about this place.My mother would take me here every Sunday from preschool till fifth grade. It's one of those bookstores where...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hicklebee's has brought children the joy of reading for the past 29 years and shows no hint of slowing down. The store is packed full of classic children's books, as well as the latest releases for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I used to love coming here when I was younger after my parents moved to WG and opened a restaurant up the block. I remember one of my first times riding my bike here I must've been about 7. It was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My kids LOVE coming here. This is such a Willow Glen gem and she brings is great speakers!
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you love books or have kids who love books or have kids that you want to love books, this is the place for you to come.It has so many cool classics as well as new issues. They also have a lot of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is what all bookstores should be, unfortunately big corporations such as Borders and Barnes and Nobles are putting little quaint shops like this out of business. The decor inside is very unique...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a gem of a store! An amazing selection of books as well as unique toys. They carry all the classic books I read as a child as well as a big selection of other titles. The staff is very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Do you remember building forts as a kid; creating a secluded (or so you thought) hide-away that was in some corner, tucked away from the rest of the world? Your fantasy land--your secret place with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Always an enjoyable experience in this magical store. My husband bought me Toad and Frog plush figures here, and they have the best selection of cards!!! Wonderful atmosphere!
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This store is a great store, it is very well organized, and children love it! I got a madeline book signed there by the author.
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutly love this store!! This is a unique, very special store. It's clear the owners love what they do. I don't live in Willow Glen but I will come to this store just to browse. I read this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love Hicklebee's Book store so much that I wished my kids never grew up so we could keep going there on a weekly basis! I even took my kids there as they became teenagers as they do carry some awesome...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is so cute! I wish I lived in the neighborhood and I'd walk there everyday and probably spend every penny I have on books ( I guess that's what the library is for huh?) This place is a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Always helpfulFair pricesQuaint and truly a treasure
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great selection of children's books and while the layout is a bit tight, it has that great, comfy indie bookstore feel. My kid loves to look at books, the staff are helpful w/ recommendations and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a wonder. I love the staff and the selection. They frequently have readings and author signings. This store is magical, bring your kids. It's so much fun!
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I heart books. I heart bookstores. I really heart independent bookstores.Hicklebee's kicks butt. Even when I don't have a kid to buy for I like going in there and finding good stuff. If I had a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hickelbee's is such a great store! They succeed against the chain stores because they focus on people. Their employees are really knowledgeable and helpful. They get authors in for signings regularly,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We've been buying books here since they opened in 1979! I recall when our daughter used to curl up in the old fashioned bath tub that was front and center of the store whereupon passersby could look...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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Tons of childrens books. Many that you don't see in chain bookstores. Train table in back.
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was amazed at the extent to their selection. Great if you want to get a themed present for a child, like puppets and monsters and animals ect... I got a book on pirates and pirate stuff such as an...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There is no comparison. Best bookstore E.V.E.R.
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best place to find a book for yourself or introduce books to a younger person. I always find great gifts for my nephews and neat games for friends kids too. They also have great events there and I am...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is a FANTASTIC independently owned children's bookstore right in my hood! i have shopped here for presents for my nephew and have always been given excellent service. the selection is great,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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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...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I always used to get excited when my mom would take me to Hicklebees's. It is a children's book lovers paradise. Even as teenager, I still love Hicklebee's . The staff is friendly and can give great...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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an award winning bookstore specializing in books for children and teens... so nice to have a local bookstore for kids in a city as big as San Jose... great cozy small town atmosphere... organizes fundraising...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't gush enough about Hicklebee's! It's a child's dream come true. I take my little cousins here and you should see how happy they get. The place is just awesome, with a great selection and a cool...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My compliments for this charming family oriented bookstore just echoes what everybody else had said. My favourite is the parents' section where they have a diverse selection of parenting books....
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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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:
citysearch.com - user review - 07/14/2006
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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.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2006
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The first time I visited Hicklebees, my daughter was in a stroller and I was really annoyed that I couldn't move around in this small, cramped book store. Now that my kids are older, I appreciate their...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2006
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As independent bookstores are fewer and fewer, Hicklebee's stands out. They specialize in books for kids and have lots of great events. If you have a child that needs some encouragement to read, this is just...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/21/2006
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Hicklebees is a great independent bookstore dedicated to having an amazing selection of children's books available. The staff members really know what they are talking about and can always provide several...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/08/2006
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Clinton stopped here a few years back. Got out and bought a book for Chelsea. It was quite the scene- limos drove down the street and to see the President get out with his secret service in my little town was...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2006
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As child advocate, it's important to know the best stores to refer families to. Hicklebee's gives the best selection and customer service!!! The store is filled with nooks and crannies for children to sit and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really great neughborhood store, staff isn't too approachable and the aisles are cramped for a stroller but we go anyways because we like the selection and love to support a "small" business. Fun to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2006
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Fun local childrens book store, they often have author signings and readings. Awesome place in Willow Glen!
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/13/2006
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Excellent book store! As a teacher and parent, I continue to shop there.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/11/2006
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If you love kids books, this is THE place to go! They have been around a long time and know their stuff! Wonderful place.
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/22/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place with an extremely knowledgable staff. I've consistantly found new and wonderful books for my kids here that I would have otherwise never been aware of. A couple years ago, I was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2006
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This place is not just fun for kids, its actually fun for the adults who do the shopping. This place is great for kid presents for Christmas. Its really nice that it is privately owned (so the employees...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2005
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Lots of variety in toddlers toys and children books, though a bit more expensive than other bookstor...
judysbook.com - user review - 11/30/2005
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This really is one of the best childrens' book-stores in the world. The owner does national TV slots on children's books. The staff can always recommend something that a child will appreciate, and these are...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/08/2005
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We met Eric Carle here last summer. It is a relatively small space and they herded us through, so I didn't get a good look at everything, but it appears they have a good selection. What I did get a feel for is...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2005
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Hicklebee's offers a great selection of children and teen books. They have a small section for baby ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/19/2005
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This is the most amazing store. They only sell children's books. You really can find any and every children's book here. The staff are the best, very knowledgeable (they clearly love what they do). They can...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/09/2005
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It's a pleasant surprise to find a privately owned bookstore devoted only to children's books. They have every possible book imaginable. The store is very well organized and the staff are always happy to...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2005
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Hicklebees Childrens Books & Toys has a wonderful selection of books for children of all ages. You can find very good books which you usually don't find in other bookstores. The staff is very friendly, helpful...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2005
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Most children's stores do not carry a good selection if any selection of books anymore, but this store goes above and beyond, offering a wonderful selection of children's books. if you're lloking for it, they...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2005
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Such a good children's bookstore - lots of author readings and the staff is super. Visit their website www.hicklebees.com
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/28/2005
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When I don't want to wait for certain childrens' books to come in the mail, I go there because it's so quaint and the staff is so helpful. Cute store!
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/19/2005
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so nice to have a local bookstore for kids in a city as big as San Jose. great cozy small town atmosphere.
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/18/2005
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awesome book store, great books, nice staff. sales are non existant
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/17/2005
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This is a fun store to get different toys/books than you would see in the big retailers. It's nice to support the mom/pop stores.
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/14/2005
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Absolutely love this store!!! The best "kid's" book store there is!!!
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/13/2005
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