I have to admit, I am a fan of Bookmans and have been a customer for years. The atmosphere is generally laid back and comfortable, which is not common for a lot of stores. They offer a wide and often eclectic selection.\n\nNow, I've noticed a few comments that are a bit toward the negative side due to not having many items bought. After having traded with this company for years at many locations, I can tell you, or in some cases confirm, a few points. \n\nWhen making an offer they look for items that they think will sell (it is a business, not a charity, after all) as well as items that they do not have a large stock of. They are human, so one buyer may have a slightly different opinion of what looks good or what they consider overstocked so if at first you do not succeed, give it another go if you're in the area in a couple weeks. \n\nThey may not have needed it today, but things, if even the buyer, may be different next time around and you may very well get something closer to what you want.\n\nThe staff is often friendly and helpful. I've seen them bend over backwards to help me get what I want. I've seen a few folks have off days but, again, we're all human. The few visits that have not been stellar have been made up for time and time again. \n\nI'm very much a fan and rate Bookmans Mesa 4 out of 5 stars for being pretty dang good at what they do and for being one of the greener companies out there.
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