Here are 5 of the Best Bookstores in and Around Harlem

HARLEM, NY — After a few consecutive pleasant weekends, the weather gods have decided to punish New York with copious amounts of rain. Because you may be spending a lot of time indoors this weekend, it might be a great time to finally take up that New Year's resolution to start reading more.

And Patch is here to help you find a great place to grab some new reading material for the weekend.

Here are five of the best-rated bookstores in and around Harlem, according to Yelp reviews.

Revolution Books — 437 Malcolm X Boulevard

Yelp reviewer Audrey N said: "This Harlem location offers a good choice of books about black struggles, feminism and LGBTQ issues...Hint? Have a great look outside in the pre-owned books' rack. Bought 3 pre-owned books for 10$.Go over there to get educated."

Grandma’s Place — 84 W. 120th St.

Cheyney M says this is store is old school Harlem: "This is one of the last old school Harlem stores. I love this place, and they carry a wide variety of multicultural books, dolls and toys. The staff is "AMAZING"! One of the cashiers remembered I was looking for a certain book and when a shipment came in, she emailed me without any prompting to do so."

Corner Bookstore — 1313 Madison Ave.

Yelper Jon S said: "Best neighborhood bookstore in Manhattan - thoughtfully displayed collection, helpful staff and a very pleasant space really. Love their regular newsletters and up-to-date selection. Great feeling to support your local independent bookseller."

Sister’s Uptown Bookstore — 1942 Amsterdam Ave.

Reviewer Jose G said: "Now this is a community bookstore. A variety of great books popped into a little spot, complete with café, performance space, and some amazing events. This is one of those places, and if you come in a good person, with an open heart and your head in the right place, I think you can just feel the love."

Book Culture — 536 W. 112th St.

Jess Y said you can get lost among the books here: "A really wonderful bookstore, with a great selection of books and other nick-nacks, a perfect place to swing by if you're looking for a casual gift. One of those places you can get lost in and while away the hours, if you like books."

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