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Bookstore
West Village, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and AFAR Media
"Homely feel and good curation make this a very likable bookshop."(5 Tips)
"Favorite bookstore in all the boroughs."(4 Tips)
"Best bookstore in NYC."(4 Tips)
"My favorite book store!!!"(2 Tips)
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Sarp ErkayaJuly 1, 2015Yes. They still exist. An old-fashioned corner bookstore with super friendly staff. It's all about the books. Stop by even just to cruise amongst the pages.
Forget Strand (although there's no doubt they have a larger selection of books), this place is the best bookstore in the city! Quaint, extremely friendly staff, nice selection. Support this shop!- Favorite bookstore in all the boroughs. Curated selection, always something for me to buy. Walking into Three Lives and Company is like walking back in time. Way better than Amazon, no joke!
AFAR MediaAugust 12, 2014The staff here is extremely knowledgeable. If you ask one of the sellers for a recommendation, chances are it will be original, thought-provoking and worthwhile. Read more
Michelin Travel & LifestyleDecember 17, 2013The old school staff happily makes recommendations and places special orders. Ask about upcoming author readings. – Green Guide Editor
Best book store in NYC with a perfectly curated - if tiny - gay and lesbian section.
Aaron LevisOctober 16, 2020Favorite Book Store. Huge collection of books with a wide variety. Prices are affordable. The staff is helpful and kind. Best store in New York. Recommended everyone to visit this place.- Relocated to a temporary location at 238 W 10th Street for the next year. Their original location across from Julius is being renovated.
Mafe LoretoNovember 1, 2015Best book shop in the city hands down. The staff is unreal, just tell them the last thing you read and they will guide you to your next best find.
msMarch 12, 2015Smart and friendly staff, a wide but well-curated selection, and indelible charm. Will pay full retail prices if it means this store stays around- adorable little shop that always has a great selection of new releases
- Jillian KurzSeptember 2, 2016Best bookstore in NYC. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and well read. I cant imagine buying books anywhere else. Everyone should go here.
Amazing people. Amazing bookstore. I would fly to NYC just fir their recommendations. #readmore
jiresellJune 7, 2017For such a small space they have and outstanding selection of books. Take your time and browse away!
David LeszcynskiSeptember 13, 2016This is what book stores should look and feel like. Great selection!
Lauren ChristopherFebruary 26, 2016If you want something rare, this is the place to go! Also, you can find great used books for dirt cheap!- Sam KrasnikMay 29, 2017Very well curated shop. Great selection of books across a wide variety of topics
Brian SNovember 21, 2013Beautiful old bookstore. Looks like it's been a bookstore forever. All old wood w/ wooden bookshelves. Good travel guide section.
Amazing bookstore! The staff is incredibly helpful and friendly and always have great recommendations.- Gennady BarskyApril 1, 2016For an avid reader like me, this place was incredible. If you enjoy reading and literature, you should go to this place.
unlawyerMay 9, 2015Don't let this bookstore's small size fool you! Expect friendly service and good book recommendations here.
CharlottesApril 19, 2015Beautiful store with great collection and super friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Marlyn FusekovaJune 20, 2017Great place for fiction and non fiction, but it's its charm that I couldn't resist!
BrandaDecember 7, 2012My favorite bookstore and one of my favorite places in the city in general. Please don't ever change. :)
Emily WilsonOctober 4, 2015Great bookstore that manages to feel contemporary even in the age of the kindle
In a city full of fantastic independent bookstores, this one has the most character. Also, in some kind of superhuman feat, the staff almost always have read everything in stock.
They usually have signed copies of new books. Up front by the register!
Danny SauterNovember 14, 2011Nice neighborhood bookstore worth a visit. Super small but they have most of the standard titles you'd be looking for. Don't expect any sales or discounts though...
AMACOM BooksFebruary 16, 2012Find the latest, top-selling titles toward the front. Lots of fiction & various nooks and crannies for titles on travel, New York, cookbooks, LGBT, and spirituality. No cafe, but those abound nearby.
Gianna SantelliJuly 23, 2015Can't get more downtown adorable than this. I'm glad places like this still exist
Naomi HaneyOctober 10, 2010This is a fantastic bookstore that despite it's size has a plethora of unusual titles. Wonderful travel writing/international relations section.
@sloaneMay 14, 2011Great selection of book about NYC - and any other kind of book you could ever want.
BravoJanuary 28, 2010For shopping or browsing, this store has both the literature and the food books I'm looking for. -Anita Lo, Top Chef Masters
Alex CarusilloAugust 10, 2010While I don't totally know why this is my favorite bookstore in NYC. Small and quiet.
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