NYC Bookstores
NYC Bookstores
Hayley Taggart
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I am a HUGE book lover and try to visit local book stores on all my travels. Here is a list of my favorites in NYC. There is a huge variety of options with a book store to fit almost every person, and I will be adding to it as I explore more!
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Manhattan
Lower Manhattan
Yu & Me Books
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bookstore and cafe
selection of both new and used, and an emphasis on Asian literature
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Sweet Pickle Books
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fantastic selection of used books (more on the expensive side) and specialty pickles! My favorite are the bread and butter kind :)
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Book Club
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Smaller selection of new books, but fantastic wine bar with great book themed events! Opened late as well
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Bibliotheque
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A newer new bookstore and wine bar
This place is very trendy and crowded, but the vibes are perfect if you can snag a comfy seat!
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P&T Knitwear Bookstore, Coffee, & Podcast Studio
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not only a great book selection, but a fantastic place to work remote!
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East Village Books
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Make sure to check out their backyard book garden for the best deals
It's cash only!
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Three Lives & Company
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don't be fooled- it is not just cute for instagram
the staff is extremely helpful and has a huge selection of books at competitive prices but not super affordable like a couple other spots
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Housing Works Bookstore
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Housing works is a great local thrift store chain, and this is where they sell used books! Along with a small selection of clothing
You can also host your wedding (or other event) here!
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Mercer Street Books & Records
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very small store that is PACKED with books
more on the historical and literature side, but love their selection of food writing
This is more of a treasure hunt, but you can find great deals
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Midtown Manhattan
Strand Book Store
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probably the most famous book store in Manhattan, and for a good reason
Multiple floors of books and do not skip the sale books in droves right outside
pro tip- their pricing is based on how many couple they have in stock. So if you see a book you like with multiple copies, check the prices for all of them since at least one will be at a cheaper price!
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Alabaster Bookshop
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DO NOT just skip this while going to Strand
While small, this place focuses on more serious fiction and unique copies, but you can still find a variety of books!
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Rizzoli Bookstore
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insta worthy bookstore with a huge selection of new books and other book related things to purchase
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The Drama Book Shop
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for all your theater book needs!
Recently moved and the decor is something whimsical and not to miss!
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BOOKOFF New York
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The BEST used book store as far as prices, their selection of $1 books is crazy
they also have a huge selection of manga and video game things at a discount
pro tip- make sure to pull out the drawers at the base of every book shelf for hidden books
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Uptown Manhattan
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Westsider Rare & Used Books Inc.
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Argosy Book Store
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Book Culture
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Shakespeare & Co
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Brooklyn
North Brooklyn
Greenlight Bookstore (Fulton Street)
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local bookstore mainstay for the neighborhood. Check out their events!
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The Ripped Bodice
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probably my favorite book store in NYC! Almost exclusively romance with a huge selection
They also host a variety of book clubs and events
This is a must see for all romance girlies !!
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Books Are Magic
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While only selling new books, the selection of more hard to find books is fantastic
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Liz's Book Bar
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Brooklyn finally has it's own book bar! Can't wait to spend afternoons reading there
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The Center for Fiction
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This store is gorgeous !! Plus a great place to work.
Make sure to check out the story machine to get your own short story printed!
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Hayley Taggart
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Hey it's Hayley !!
Latte enthusiast, used bookstore connoisseur and huge fan of walkable neighborhoods
Having spent at least one day and night in 42 states and counting my specialty is traveling within the USA. I grew up in Southern California, lived for six years in Utah, had a brief stint in Orlando and now on year 2 in New York City.
Want to know the cheapest times and places to fly? My day job is a flight attendant based in NYC!
Trains more your speed? I once spent a month backpacking from Utah to Boston using Amtrak!
Love a long road trip? I have driven across the country three times!
After years of travel planning for my friends and family I thought I would share my resources with the world wide web :) I enjoy planning the trips more then actually leaving for the trips so this is the perfect place for me.
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