What Are The Best Bookstores in Brooklyn

Life in Brooklyn never slows down. Not even during cold and snowy winters.  Yet, you may like to slow things down when the temperatures drop.  If you plan on spending most of your time indoors waiting for spring to arrive, then you can help pass the time with a great read!  Whether you’re an avid […]
February 2, 2023

Life in Brooklyn never slows down. Not even during cold and snowy winters. 

Yet, you may like to slow things down when the temperatures drop. 

If you plan on spending most of your time indoors waiting for spring to arrive, then you can help pass the time with a great read! 

Whether you’re an avid reader or you’ve resolved to read more this year, winter is the perfect time to curl up on the couch with a book. 

And Brooklyn had a lot of great bookshops.

Here are a few of the most popular Brooklyn bookstores! 

Bestsellers, Special Events And More! 

With two locations on Fulton Street and Flatbush Avenue, Greenlight Bookstore puts great reads in lots of neighborhood hands. 

From classics and the latest bestsellers to ebooks and audiobooks, Greenlight has what you need. And the friendly staff is also happy to recommend a selection based on your interests and preferences. 

In addition to their wide selection of books, Greenlight also offers gift cards, puzzles, tote bags, coffee mugs and more. 

Best of all, the shops also host an array of special events such as book clubs and author readings and book signings. 

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A Great Spot For Children’s Books 

Introducing children to the joys of reading has so many benefits!

Reading to infants and toddlers now only helps them feel calm and safe, it also helps them learn to understand language and communication. 

As children get older, good reading habits help with their literacy and social skills. 

Plus, reading unlocks the power of their imagination.

If you want to pave the way for a child’s love of reading, pay a visit to Books Are Magic

This independent, family-owned bookstore has two locations in Brooklyn filled with some of the best titles for children of all ages. 

From preschool classics to young adult favorites, Books Are Magic is ready to help you stock up on books to keep kids enlightened and entertained during the winter months. 

The Perfect Place For Used Book Fans

Do you enjoy spending a weekend afternoon browsing bookshelves looking for undiscovered gems? 

Or maybe you’re looking for a replacement copy of a beloved paperback that you misplaced during a move? 

If you answered yes to those questions, do yourself a favor and bookmark Book Thug Nation!

Specializing in used books, this popular Brooklyn bookshop has a diverse selection of titles that you’ll want to add to your home library. 

If that wasn’t cool enough, the store also serves the neighborhood as a welcoming community space. 

Plus, one of the store’s co-owners also hosts a true crime podcast! 

Enjoy The Best Of Brooklyn Every Day 

This is just a snapshot of the many great bookstores in Brooklyn. 

There are plenty more that you can discover when you make your home 363 Bond Street apartments.

Located in the heart of the popular Gowanus neighborhood, our apartments put you within walking distance of many of Brooklyn’s best boutiques, restaurants, clubs and other area attractions.

Additionally, our apartments feature desirable in-unit and community amenities to make your time at home and indoors more enjoyable. 

Drop us a line today to learn more about life at our apartments!