Best bookstores in nyc from independent to specialty bookstores. Mar 04, 2019 l ike payphones, typewriter repair shops and middleclass housing, bookstores are a vanishing presence in new york city. The best childrens bookstores in nyc mommypoppins things. Book row is gone, but used bookshops arent the new york times. A guide to and map of every independent bookstore in new york city. Discover the citys most unique and surprising places and events for the curious mind. We have a full list of community bookstores in nyc with locations and descriptions. One of the few bookshops in the country dedicated solely to travel literature, this west village bookshop there is also a branch in cobble hill, brooklyn. Check out these five used bookstores in the big apple. Reviews on second hand bookstore in new york, ny strand bookstore, westsider rare and used books, bookoff, bluestockings, albertine, word. Our newsletter handdelivers its best bits to your inbox.
They offer a combination of second hand rare books as well as new books on contemporary art and philosophy. Opinion new yorks secondhand bookshops are an endangered. Rare, antiquarian and secondhand bookshops and booksellers in the historic medieval city of york. A mystery, crime, and espionage bookstore specializing in signed first editions, limited editions, and rare crime novels in new york city 212.
Zavrian, whose pomander bookshop is the closest thing to a new second hand bookshop that the city has seen in more than a decade, said, the ones that are here will indeed make it, but. East village books nyc we pay the highest prices for scholarly. New books, used books, rare books, out of print books, art books, and. We also stock a range of old maps and prints, with an emphasis on lithographs and engravings of york and yorkshire and the work of book illustrators of the period 18001940. There is a an unbeatable selection of cheap secondhand books hardback and paperback just waiting for a new home. They focus on both new and used rare books and their. The famous strand bookstore in new york boasts 18 miles of books. Enjoy a seamless visit to the statue of liberty and ellis island in new york harbor. Independent bookstores in new york city best community. Many if not most of the places were used bookstores. The strand bookstore new york city 2020 all you need to. Untapped new york unearths new york citys secrets and hidden gems.
Independent bookstores are sadly rare in queens, but astoria bookshop, which opened in 20, comes to the rescue to deliver a muchneeded dose of lit to the neighborhood. Discover the city s most unique and surprising places and events for the curious mind. Thanks to the internet, its hard to find a brickandmortar bookstore where business is going well, let alone one in midtown manhattan. A japanese bookstore near bryant park with various magazines, manga, books english and japanese, stationery, and other knick knacks. I have yet to find many second hand book shops in manhattan other than the strand.
I read about westsider books broadway and i will check it of course. List of bookstores in new york city the pop culture lovers. You can even purchase a piece of motivational zeitgeist in a special section titled what to read for the. Mar 27, 2018 the best independent bookstores in nyc. What better way to celebrate than with the gift of reading. We love exploring new tous, local shops and spending lazy afternoons getting lost in the stacks, so weve rounded up some of our favorite childrens bookstores around the city. A tour of my favorite bookstores in new york city that ive discovered so far. A look back at the used bookstores that once filled nycs 4th avenue. New york protestors opposing amazons plan to open its second headquarters in the city in november 2018. The 15 best bookstores in new york city foursquare. Your article on the art bookstores of new york city weekend section, feb. Feb 08, 2018 a tour of my favorite bookstores in new york city that ive discovered so far. New books, used books, rare books, out of print books, art books, and childrens books since 1927.
With the exception of the strand, many have been lost, forced to close due to rising rents. List of new, used, and specialty bookstores in new york city list of bookstores in new york city the pop culture lovers guide to new york city to be notified of new popspots entries, follow popspotsnyc on twitter. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Check out our picks for the best used, specialty and independent bookstores in the city to find the best bookstore nyc has to offer for any type. East village books is a used bookstore in manhattan, new york city. Argosy book store is now in its third generation of family ownership. We sell and buy books, including art and photography books, textbooks buyback. In 1950, manhattan had 386 bookstores, according to gothamist. This tour benefits from early reserveline access for a roundtrip ferry trip, as well as an optional early morning departure time that puts you ahead of many sightseers. Sign up to receive it, and unlock our digital magazines. Feb 27, 2017 12 of the biggest bookshops in the world for when you want to lose yourself in literature. Best specialty bookstores in new york city time out new york. Dec 11, 2018 12 of the best independent bookstores in new york city. Our extensive stock of antiquarian and second hand books is housed over five floors of a georgian townhouse and covers most subject areas.
Cant remember the author, or the title of a book, or would like to know what has been published about your town or village. Second hand bookshop in new york united states lonely. East village books nyc we pay the highest prices for. Weve combed the city and have come up with our own list of the best used bookstores in new york, and here they are. Oct 19, 2012 untapped new york unearths new york city s secrets and hidden gems. Secondhand bookshops on lower 4th avenue face eviction, but look to city for help. Amazon later announced it would not proceed with the move. But three sisters in their 70s have managed to keep their. Remembering fred bass, strand owner and bookselling icon.
From bloomsbury to brixton, london is home to a wealth of second hand bookshops offering big titles at bargain prices. Our enormous stock of antiquarian and outofprint items fills a sixfloor building in midtown manhattan and a large warehouse in brooklyn. Aug 22, 2016 thanks to the internet, its hard to find a brickandmortar bookstore where business is going well, let alone one in midtown manhattan. The top ten bookstores in manhattan untapped cities.
With former mayor bloomberg heading up statewide effortthe mayor said new york city is not yet. The strand is probably the most well known independent book store in new york city. Book row was a district in new york city from the 1890s to the 1960s composed of six city blocks which, at its peak, contained over three dozen bookstores. Second hand books bookstores new york city message board. Rare bookstore still thriving in new york city youtube. Top 10 most popular second hand bookstore in new york, ny. The argosy is new york city s oldest independent bookstore, and though you can find a wealth of printed works from all genres stored.
This newly opened corner store is a usedbook lovers dream. If youre really stuck in midtown, you might find something at there central park kiosk 60th and 5th ave. Use the list below to locate a specific specialist bookseller or book store near you. Second hand books bookstores new york city forum tripadvisor. New york city is lucky enough to boast many independent bookstores, but dont take them for granted. In a 2,000squarefoot space with over 55,000 titles squeezed on shelves, displayed on tables or even towered up on the floor skoob. Minster gates formed the entrance to the medieval precinct of york minster, and is a street which has been associated with books and bookselling since 1580 and was formerly known as bookland lane. Whether youre shopping for a birthday gift or looking for a local storytime, these independent neighborhood bookstores are great bets for nyc families. If you have a favorite i didnt mention, comment and let me know so i can visi. The strand is easy enough to get to from midtown though you just take the nr, qw or 456 to union square and walk 2 blocks south to 12th and boradway. Strand book store, new york city booklovers treasure trove home to 18 miles of books. Millions of cheap secondhand books are offered for sale online by thousands of booksellers and bookshops on the. Heres our list of the best stores to read, buy or smell the oldest books in london.
Jan 09, 2018 the 12 best specialty bookshops in nyc. In its heyday, book row spanned the stretch of park avenue between union square and astor place. Founded by four folks who used to sell books on the streets, book thug nation is a used bookstore and community space in williamsburg. Tucked away in a former restaurant space, codex offers new and used books at discounted prices.
Best used bookstores in new york city cbs new york. Welcome to strand book store, new york city s legendary home of 18 miles of new, used and rare books. Mar, 2014 new york city is lucky enough to boast many independent bookstores, but dont take them for granted. Top 10 best second hand book store in new york, ny last. All of our stock is donated, and we are staffed almost entirely by volunteers, so 100% of our profits go to fund housing works lifesaving services. Prices begin at just 60 pence plus postage so a bargain is never far away.