You are always guaranteed literature from some of the best authors at this tiny East Village outpost for second hand books. Everyone from Ernest Hemingway and John Steinbeck to Norman Mailer and Charles Bukowski is represented here. Despite tight quarters, the browsing experience at Alabaster Bookshop is never harried or cramped. Since all titles are used, the prices are very affordable. For extreme bargains, be sure to check the selection of titles on the sidewalk outside the shop.
Rizzoli
Rizzoli is a lovely wood-paneled bookstore that shines in subjects related to the arts, architecture and travel, but it really excels in areas such as international titles and periodicals. Also noteworthy are the large art book and music sections. The staff is attentive and knowledgeable.
The Bureau of General Services--Queer Division is an independent, all-volunteer queer cultural center, bookstore, and event space hosted by The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center in New York City. We aim to foster a community invested in the values of mindfulness, intellectual curiosity, justice, compassion, and playfulness. The Bureau seeks to excite and educate a self-confident, sex-positive, and supportive queer community by offering books, publications, and art and by hosting readings, performances, film screenings, book discussion groups, and workshops. We provide local and visiting queers and friends with an open and inclusive space for dialogue and socializing. The Bureau of General Services--Queer Division welcomes you.
Located in the Chelsea Market, Posman Books is heaven for Bibliophiles. Chosen as the best bookstores in the year 2012 by New York Magazine, this popular bookstore chain offers a vivid collection of books in every genre and for every age. Amongst the thousands of available options, you can be assured to find the books of your interest and hobby. You can also find a good selection of soft toys, gifting options, stationery, kids' stuff, souvenirs and greeting cards in the store. The staff at the store is always eager to serve and help its customers in finding out the books of their choice.
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