Since 1927, this East Village gem has delighted bibliophiles with its impressive collection of new, used, rare, and discontinued books. The illustrious shop boasts an impressive 18 miles of books spread over its three floors, promising printed works for every tasted. Used-book lovers will find several specialty sections, including a notable selection of discounted art books, and others will enjoy browsing review copies of recently published works in the basement. Strand Book Store also carries antique items and novelty merchandise guaranteed to put a smile on any bookworm's face. Keep an eye out for discounts and sales when you drop by to experience this literary spectacle, as the beloved bookstore does its best to create special offers for its loyal patrons whenever possible.
Ever since its inception in 1971, Community Bookstore has been an iconic part of Park Slope where you can find books belonging to any genre. Also found here are a cafe and reading area in the backyard, which is surrounded by lush green plants. Other than being a bookstore, Community Bookstore is also home to a rabbit, Pogona, turtle and a cat, which is also regarded as the store's unofficial ambassador. However, the major highlight here are the literary events under which activities such as discussions and readings are undertaken.
Established in 2008, Greenlight was formed with the efforts of Fort Greene Association to address to the lack of a quality bookstore in the Fort Green area. Opened with the support of the local residents, the independent bookstore has been a runaway success. The store's collection spans a lot of genres and has something for everyone. Book clubs, groups and a number of literary events throughout the year brings the community together. Check website for the store's collection and more information.
Founded in 1873, Barnes & Noble is one of the largest booksellers in the United States and a Fortune 500 company. The company maintains more than 800 bookstores throughout the country. It operates an online channel that offers an option for the in-stock selection of in-print book titles. Barnes & Noble serves more than 8 million customers per year. In addition, the company attends over 4,000 customer service requests per day. It sells nearly 300 million books per year and is known to be one of the largest coffeehouses in the U.S. Barnes & Noble has publishing and distribution rights for more than 10,000 titles. In addition, the company hosts over 100,000 community events in the U.S. Maintaining a location in Brooklyn, N.Y., Barnes & Noble s stores also carry a collection of videos, DVDs, CDs and magazines.
