books

A non-negotiable for the cozy season is a good read — ideally, hundreds. The best books published in January 2026 can certainly fulfill this cold-weather requirement. Whether you're relaxing on the co...

The New York Public Library was founded in 1895, which means this year it has been around for a whopping 125 years! In celebration of the big anniversary, the NYPL went back in their systems to collect interesting bits...

Calling all bar-hopping bookworms! If you're an avid reader and love a themed bar with a classy touch, these literary havens in NYC are the perfect spots for you. You'll feel equally comfortable drinking alone with a g...

JetBlue has just placed six vending machines across NYC's five boroughs that will be giving out free books as part of their "Soar with Reading" initiative. Over the last nine years, JetBlue has been sharing this initia...

Ever find yourself thinking why checking out or returning a book can't be more convenient? It might seem hard to believe, but yes people still frequently go to the library to check out a book and enjoy the peacefulness...

Last week, Westsider Rare & Used Books store announced they’d be closing next month. However, thanks to concerned New Yorkers, this cozy book store will now get a second chance. Originally, the book store at 2246 B...

The Strand Bookstore is a New York staple that has managed to stick around since 1927 despite the soaring rent prices that have pushed out so many longstanding establishments. This has been possible because the Wyden fa...

This year marks the second year of this literary city-wide initiative. The Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment is asking New Yorkers to cast their vote for the book they would like to read with their fellow city d...