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Independent Bookstores of Paris

Paris is a city bursting with literature from every corner, and independent bookstores are the heart of this city. Here are some of the Parisian bookstores that stand out for their uniqueness, literary presentation and contribution to the cultural life of the capital.
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Shakespeare and Company: A true English language institution, this historic bookstore, founded by George Whitman in 1951, is a meeting point for writers and readers from around the world. It offers a wide selection of English books, readings and literary events.

Address: 37 rue de la Bûcherie, 5th arrondissement 

Librairie du Canal: Located near the Saint-Martin Canal, this modern bookstore offers a wide range of contemporary literature, art and quality books. It also organizes meetings and exhibitions with writers.

Address: 3 rue Eugène Varlin, 10th arrondissement

La Librairie des Abbesses: Located in the heart of Montmartre, this local bookstore is appreciated for its warm atmosphere and rich selection of French/foreign literature and children’s books.

Address: 30 rue Yvonne Le Tac, 18th arrondissement

Le Monte-en-l’air: This bookstore-gallery specializes in comics, art and literature. It regularly hosts exhibitions and literary readings in a pleasant atmosphere.

Address: 71 rue de Ménilmontant, 20th arrondissement

La Belle Hortense: This unique bookstore and wine bar in the Marais combines reading with tasting exquisite wines. It organizes literary evenings and discussions in a bohemian atmosphere.

Address: 31 rue Vieille du Temple, 4th arrondissement

Librairie Tschann: This spacious and bright bookstore offers a wide selection of literature, humanities and arts. It is a reference point for book lovers and students in the region.

Address: 125 boulevard du Montparnasse, 6th arrondissement

L’Atelier 9: With its friendly atmosphere and thoughtful book selection, this small bookstore is a paradise for lovers of literature, comics and children’s books.

Address: 9 rue de la Grange Batelière, 9th arrondissement

Librairie des Orgues: This friendly neighborhood bookstore offers a wide selection of books for all ages, with a particular focus on children’s literature and comics.

Address: 101 avenue Simon Bolivar, 19th arrondissement

Librairie Violette and Co: Paris’s first feminist and LGBT+ bookstore, this shop offers exclusive books, magazines and comics on gender, sexuality and feminism.

Address: 102 rue de Charonne, 11th arrondissement

Le Lieu Bleu: A friendly bookstore offering a variety of books, focusing on contemporary literature and works in the humanities. It regularly organizes meetings with writers and cultural events.

Address: 25 Rue de Vaucouleurs, 11th arrondissement

L’Ecume des Pages: Located in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, this iconic bookstore offers a wide selection of books in the fields of literature, philosophy, humanities and fine arts. It is famous for its warm atmosphere and literary events.

Address: 174 boulevard Saint-Germain, 6th arrondissement

Le Genre Urbain: This bookstore specializes in humanities and urban literature and offers a variety of books on architecture, urban planning and social movements.

Address: 60 rue de Belleville, 20th arrondissement

Ofr: Ofr, which is both a bookstore and an art gallery. It offers an eclectic selection of books, art magazines and independent publications. It hosts exhibitions and art events in a creative and inspiring space.

Address: 20 rue Dupetit-Thouars, 3rd arrondissement

Librairie Delamain: Founded in 1708, this store is one of the oldest bookstores in Paris. It offers a wide selection of literature, fine arts and children’s books in an elegant and historical setting.

Address: 155 rue Saint-Honoré, 1st arrondissement

Ici: A large independent bookstore, Ici offers a wide selection of books in every field, as well as meetings, discussions and workshops with authors.

Address: 25 boulevard Poissonnière, 2nd arrondissement

Philippe le Libraire: Specializing in comics and graphic literature, this bookstore offers a wide selection of comics and manga, as well as the opportunity to meet writers and painters.

Address: 32 rue des Vinaigriers, 10th arrondissement

Un Regard Moderne: Cult bookstore in the Latin Quarter known for its selection of underground and avant-garde literature, poetry, art and philosophy. A unique place, a real paradise for rare book lovers.

Address: 10 rue Gît-le-Cœur, 6th arrondissement

Librairie YSL : Pierre Bergé – Affiliated with the Yves Saint Laurent Foundation, this bookstore offers fashion, art and design books, as well as exhibition catalogs and rare books.

Address: 5 avenue Marceau, 16th arrondissement

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