Here are 5 of the Best Bookstores in and Around The Upper West Side

UPPER WEST SIDE, 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 four of the best-rated bookstores near the Upper West Side, according to Yelp reviews.

Book Culture — 450 Columbus Ave

Amy M says this store is a "gem": "Beautiful, aromatic space w tasteful book selection, relaxed and welcoming staff, and other well-curated items from candles to totes. A pleasure to come here, equally as hard to leave, and always mood altering."

Westsider Rare and Used Books — 2246 Broadway

Yelp reviewer S. K., of Brooklyn, said: "This is one heck of a great bookstore. It's on the small side, but it's PACKED with books. The guy who runs this place is really nice and very knowledgeable. Out of print books are available. The also offer records, which is really cool.A great place to browse and buy. Recommended highly!"

The Juilliard Store — 144 W 66th St

You don't need to be a student to shop here for your sheet music needs. Reviewer Adam K said: "Took me some time to find it, but when I did it was well worth it. Every classical music fan kind of place to hang out. You can literally find every music score that you need."

Barnes & Noble Booksellers — 2289 Broadway

Allison C said this Barnes & Noble is better than other locations in the city: "I appreciate this B & N location because, compared to other spots in the city, it's relatively small with its two main levels."

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."

Don't agree with this list? Let us know what your favorite bookstore on the Upper West Side is by commenting below.

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