2024: Bronx Voted Riverdale Ave Books Best Book Store!
Riverdale Ave Books
5676 Riverdale Ave Ste 101
(718) 549-6416 – riverdaleavebooks.com
Founded in 2012 by Lori Perkins, Riverdale Avenue Books is a full-service publisher that was created to give readers the same immediate gratification that can be expected from all forms of entertainment. E-books and print titles are published under 15 different imprints. Books from this publisher can be found at nearly 100 e-vendors, including Amazon, iTunes, Nook and KoBo, in addition to libraries through Overdrive. Riverdale Avenue Books is a member of the Association of American Publishers. In 2014, they were named the BiPublisher of the Year by the Bi-Writers Association. Many of their books and authors have also been nominated for and/or received literary awards. Each imprint from Riverdale Avenue Books represents a genre they believe to be consumable and will bring readers back for more!
2023: Bronx Voted The Lit. Bar Best Book Store!
The Lit. Bar
131 Alexander Ave
(347) 955-3610 – thelitbar.com
The Lit. Bar, nestled in the vibrant South Bronx, stands as a literary haven and cultural cornerstone. Founded by Noëlle Santos, this independent bookstore at 131 Alexander Avenue has become a beacon of intellectual nourishment for the community. Filling a void left by the absence of mainstream bookstores, The Lit. Bar is not merely a purveyor of books; it’s a catalyst for community engagement, literary events, and discussions. With a mission to foster a love for reading, support local authors, and celebrate diverse voices, The Lit. Bar is more than a bookstore; it’s a testament to the power of literature to inspire, connect, and empower a community.
2022: Bronx Voted The Lit. Bar Best Book Store!
The Lit. Bar
131 Alexander Ave
thelitbar.com
Bookworms cozy up at The Lit. Bar, a Bronx exclusive bookstore and wine bar! One Bronx native opened the shop in 2019, offering locals a “lit” location to pair their favorite novel with a glass of Moscato. Visit the trendy, independent bookstore at 131 Alexander Avenue!