of course this is the best bookstore in beijing, not just for the books but for the locations and ambiance and the events and the food too. i have made many new friends here, and attended lots of memorable events such as book signings. i tend to spend hours here sometimes, i lose track of time. but honestly, the books cost WAY too much for me to afford. i can't really understand how they justify their prices. they should either mark down their prices or have a prefered customer card for regulars. either way, i will keep coming here!