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Photo of The Word Is Change: Books, Used + New
Photo of The Word Is Change: Books, Used + New
Photo of The Word Is Change: Books, Used + New
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Photo of The Word Is Change: Books, Used + New
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The Word Is Change Bookstore

The Word Is Change is a neighborhood bookstore in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, selling used and new books, hosting readings and meetings, buying books for resale, and supporting visual artists.

Website: thewordischange.com

Phone: (347) 441-0048

Cross Streets: Near the intersection of Tompkins Ave and Putnam Ave

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Open now

  • Thu 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

368 Tompkins Ave Brooklyn, NY 11216 ·348.43 mi

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Amenities

  • Accessible

Reviews

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Joe J. 07/21/26

This is a great little community bookstore that is worth checking out. It's not a huge store with endless sections, but that's part of the charm. They have a unique and interesting selection, and...

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Prudence M. 06/09/24

I didn't buy anything from this bookstore, but I am super impressed with the book selection. I'm going to revisit alone and linger for a long time. The staff seemed personal when I asked if they...

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Alex E. 07/31/25

Perfect. No notes. It's exactly what a neighborhood business should be. Not just a business, but a third space. Gives fair prices when you sell or trade. Has amazing events. Is a neighborhood...

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Chelsea P. 01/20/23

Beautiful bookstore . I was in the neighborhood and stopped by . It's such a cozy and welcoming bookstore . They have so many book options and genres . They carry new and used books . I saw a lot...

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Daniel M. 02/11/23

This is such a welcome addition to Bed-Stuy. Used and new books with excellent fiction, kid's books and tables of new books focusing on racial justice and other important social issues. You can...

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