8 Spots for Bookish Brooklynites in Park Slope and Beyond

You can bet that there are also some incredible spots in NYC where book lovers can spend their hard earned dollars on books. Today we’ll roam around Brooklyn to bring you some wonderful spots in and beyond Park Slope where bookish Brooklynites can ﬁnd page turners.

1. Community Bookstore

143 7th Ave

This is the oldest bookstore you’ll ﬁnd in Park Slope. It’s been around since 1971 and has a fascinating and diverse selection of books: classics, contemporary, and ﬁction, as well as wonderfully friendly staff. You can also enjoy their gorgeous garden, where they host readings and events. I highly recommend grabbing a copy of their almanac of New York City. It’s got so many wonderful tidbits of information about what to expect in NYC for each month plus insightful, enjoyable quotes from famous residents, past and present.

2. The Ripped Bodice

218 5th Ave

If you adore romance novels, you’ve hit the jackpot with this shop. The Ripped Bodice is the only exclusively romance bookstore in NYC, and you can ﬁnd a diverse collection of titles, from historical to paranormal, from sweet to steamy. There‘s also many accessories, gifts, and apparel related to romance. And they have a loyalty program so you can get rewards for your purchases.

3. Powerhouse on 8th

218 5th Ave

4. Terrace Books

242 Prospect Park West

This is a branch of Community Bookstore, and what you’ll ﬁnd here are used, rare, and out-of-print books. You can ﬁnd treasures here that you won’t see anywhere else, from ﬁrst editions to signed copies, from vintage paperbacks to leather-bound volumes. They also have a coffee machine and a water dispenser, so you can take your time to sip and truly peruse their special offerings.

5. Books Are Magic

225 Smith St

Opened in 2017 by author Emma Straub and her husband, this fun bookstore has a bright and inviting atmosphere, with colorful murals and decorations. You can ﬁnd many types of books here, from bestsellers to indie gems, from children’s books to graphic novels. They also have a lively calendar of events, featuring readings, discussions, and parties.

6. Unnameable Books

600 Vanderbilt Ave

This bookstore has a huge selection of used and rare books, as well as some new titles. You can ﬁnd anything from classics to comics, from poetry to philosophy, from history to horror. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the prices are very reasonable. It’s a treasure trove for bibliophiles and collectors.

7. Greenlight Bookstore

686 Fulton St; 632 Flatbush Ave

With two locations in Brooklyn, Greenlight Bookstore aims to build a thriving community of readers and writers. Their loyalty program, subscription service, and diverse event offerings will keep you coming back for more. They host many events, including launch parties, panel discussions, workshops, and story times.

8. McNally Jackson

445 Albee Square

McNally Jackson is a New York institution that recently opened a branch in Downtown Brooklyn. This store is sleek and spacious, with plenty of seating. They have an impressive collection of books from around the world, organized by country and region. It’s a book lover’s paradise with a side of caffeine and pastries – what’s not to love