Bookstores
Book a date with your bookstore buddies
Subhadrika Sen
Posted on 17 Dec 2021
12:49 PM
1/11
Crossword: Crossword is heaven for readers. Technology and architecture are the buzzwords here. Exhibiting a range of books for the young and old alike, the collection here has something for everyone. It also displays a collection of merchandise that makes it a one-stop shop for bibliophiles. Where: City Center 2, New Town, Rajarhat PHOTO: Amit Datta
ADVERTISEMENT
2/11
Earthcare Book Store: Here’s a bookstore that caters to a sustainable future. Known for its special collection of books on sustainability, ecology, and environment, Earthcare Bookstores on Middleton Row promotes not only the culture of reading but also the intellect for a brighter future. The store has a unique collection of handicrafts sourced from local artisans. Where: 10 Middleton Street PHOTO: Amit Datta
3/11
Niyogi Books: Nestled on the first floor of a quaint building amid the hustle and bustle of College Street is the first flagship store of Niyogi Books. Known for its wide range of coffee table books, translations, fiction, Hindi books and more, the bookstore offers books from its publication. You can select a book, sit in a corner and spend the day leafing through the colourful pages of art, history, communities, biographies etc. The store also offers special festive season discounts, so hurry up and grab a few books till stocks last! Where: 12/1A Bankim Chatterjee Street, 1st floor PHOTO: Amit Datta
4/11
Oxford Bookstore: For over a century, Oxford Bookstore has been enchanting readers across the city. Here, one can lose one’s way among shelf after shelf of fiction, fantasy, activity books, comics, graphic novels, non-fiction and academic books. A heritage venue on Park Street, the bookstore also hosts a luxury tea boutique, a merchandising section with local brands and an activity space as well. It is also the curator of two of the finest annual literary festivals in Kolkata. Where: 17 Park Street PHOTO: Amit Datta
5/11
Patra Bharati & Bee Books: Patra Bharati is a premiere publishing house of Bengali books, with a chain of bookstores in West Bengal. From ghost stories to humour; from romance to mystery, it caters to the tastes of all readers. Patra Bharati is also famous for supporting Bengali authors. It captivates young audiences though the Kishore Bharati publications. Bee Books specialises in translation and graphic novels among others. A vast collection of English translations of Bengali literature can also be enjoyed here. Where: 3/1 College Row PHOTO: Amit Datta
6/11
Scholastic Warehouse: Heard of art, music and bikers’ warehouse? Now, come and visit a bibliophile’s warehouse. Catering to children and young adults, the Scholastic Warehouse is a reader’s den. From detective mouse Geronimo to the happy dog Clifford; from ghostly Goosebumps adventures to activity books to keep young minds engaged, you can make friends with all in this paradise. Scholastic also organises customized virtual book fairs for schools and an annual Warehouse sale. Where: Shed 11/2, Kasba Industrial Estate, Phase- 1, Near Gate no. 1 PHOTO: Amit Datta PHOTO: Amit Datta
7/11
The Seagull Bookstore: The premiere institution heralding world literature is noted for its myriad range of translated works. Literature from across the world finds a place on the shelves here. Notable works of Mahasweta Devi, Badal Sircar and Utpal Dutt are also available. Over the last one-and-a-half years, translated literature is selling well with the online presence doing slightly better. Where: 36C SP Mukherjee Road (Rupchand Mukherjee Lane), First left after Bijoli Cinema SOURCE: Gurmehar Kaur
8/11
Starmark: The Starmark chain of stores has a wide range of books on offer. Indian writing, mystery, classics, young readers, coffee table books, Bengali books; you name it and it has it all. A unique feature of the spacious bookstore is the New Release and Featured sections. The store displays a variety of merchandise from stationeries and household items to décor and chocolates. There is also an activity space for children within the store. Where: South City Mall, 2nd Floor (also at Quest Mall) PHOTO: Amit Datta
9/11
STORY: This duplex bookstore on Elgin Road has been attracting students galore. Packed with new releases, a variety of merchandise and a quaint café in one corner; STORY has been reflecting on the reading culture among all age groups. Where: 8 Elgin Road PHOTO: Amit Datta
10/11
The Storyteller: The Story Teller is a family-run bookstore. With special interactive book sections, attractive signed copies, mythological sections and translation sections, The StoryTeller captures the young audience like no other. Their regular online and offline events have broadened their dream of spreading books to children, adults and parents beyond city boundaries. It displays a range of academic books also. Where: 171-M Picnic Garden Road, Off EM Bypass, VIP Bazar PHOTO: Amit Datta
11/11
Read Bengali Books: This bookstore is on a mission to revive reading of Bengali literature. New authors and new publishers find place here alongside established names. The store also has on display a wide variety of merchandise like T-shirts, art prints, mugs and coasters. Known for hosting regular events to drive discussions around Bengali literature, Read Bengali Books is currently hosting The Cartoon Mela on its premises. The exhibition will be on till January 5, 2022. Where: 42 A Sardar Sankar Road PHOTO: Read Bengali Books
Last updated on 17 Dec 2021
13:02 PM
ADVERTISEMENT
Similar stories
ADVERTISEMENT
