Specialized bookstores Ile-De-France

It is becoming rare nowadays to find a proximity trade full of vitality, which more is a bookstore (and also a bookstore specialized in the BD)! This is how Volume 47 is a Dynamic cultural factor in the neighborhood, with its rays of novelties, classics, volumes full of colours and action, hidden dreams and coups, oiled replicas and ink bubbles. Contemporary graphic literature, but also BD Franco-Belgian and manga share the rays. For all, therefore. Go to Volume 47!

This bookshop is an original concept, where visitors can find very recent books at unbeatable prices (between 30% and 50% less than elsewhere). The company buys books off the shelves. All themes are covered: from gardening to fashion, art, architecture... And cheaper doesn't mean lower quality... You can really get a bargain here! Don't hesitate to visit the Potager website to discover its favourites and recommendations.

The two giant wooden cubs keep the entrance door in the way of the English Guards. Inside this store, real estate of Ali Baba, a bookstore with books dedicated to both toddlers and pre-teens. Here you can find the most beautiful tales where you can discover the adventures of rabbits, pig, kitten and other elves. And for wise children, gadgets to take for less than € 1! This is the only address where parents always answer by "if you want".

It's only been open since December 2018, and frankly, it's a little coup de coeur. L'Imaginarium is a beautiful bookshop specializing in children's items, and run by the dynamic Damien Maillard. From books for younger readers to mangas and comics (which suggests that some adults will also find something to satisfy their passion!), the choice is vast, and the shelves are very well stocked! Children will also love the little reading corner. All in all, a great place!

Asian bookshop opened since 1970, You-Feng offers an eclectic selection  : political trials, academic works, martial arts, manga… a host of themes dealing with Japan. You Feng also publishes books on Asia.

While it's now possible to find manga in most bookshops and major distribution groups, this was hardly the case in the 1990s. The Junku bookshop, located on Rue des Pyramides since 1992, was one of the first to offer manga for sale. Today, you'll find all your favourite mangas, in French or Japanese, as well as stationery, Japanese newspapers and many specialised books.

Under the arcades of the Rue de Rivoli, we love to stop at Smith & Son to pick up the latest novel that's all the rage across the Channel. From tourist guides to the great classics, here everything can be read in VO! There's something for every taste and theme, on two levels. Fans of English cuisine will love the^1st floor, where they can pick up a few books by Jamie Oliver or Nigella Lawson, while film buffs will flock to the Entertainment section, which offers a selection of biographical and cinematographic works. There's also a DVD section where you can catch up on some of Britain's greatest classics at home, or catch up on the new releases you missed at the cinema. Last but not least, this bookshop is an inexhaustible source of information on the British royal family! If you're looking for a Kate&William mug, or a pencil case with Queen Elizabeth II on it? No problem! Other cool, kitschy accessories will complete your panoply of UK-loving froggies. A pretty stationery section, with party cards full of English chic, decorated notepads, moleskin, fancy notebooks, little toys and plush toys will keep you happy. Upstairs, you'll also find a grocery section stocked with British specialties: marmalade, sauces, cookies... Finally, there's a pleasant café area where you can enjoy lunch, brunch or the famous tea time!

Le Vieux Campeur is the temple of the traveler. It's also, of course, a bookshop, a veritable institution offering a wide range of books on hiking, documentation to help plan your trip, and themed guidebooks: water, snow, earth, you name it. In the basement, you'll find maps and foreign guidebooks. On the first floor, green tourism with hikes, walks and adventure raids. Upstairs, climbing, caving, sailing and diving. Orders can be placed via the website.

Paris's must-visit English bookshop delights all English speakers in the capital, but not only! Many Parisians and tourists come to enjoy a coffee on the bookshop's terrace, just a stone's throw from Notre-Dame. In addition to its extremely rich English-language stock and its adorable café, the bookshop offers an annual festival where you can meet English-speaking authors, as well as a system of accommodation: tumbleweeding! The concept? In exchange for a few hours' work in the bookshop, you'll be lodged upstairs!

L'Harmattan transports, according to its 3 addresses in the heart of the Latin Quarter, all the culture necessary to the blooming of each one. After extensive renovations, the premises are practical and easy to walk around. Note that Harmattan, which is also a publishing house, has adapted to the demands of its time by offering digital books marketed online. In addition to the international bookshop, located on rue des Écoles, l'Harmattan has two other sales outlets, just next door: one dedicated to humanities, the other to second-hand books.

It is undoubtedly the most famous bookshop for children. And for good reason, Chantelivre concentrates the cream of youth literature, from few months old kids to teenagers. The shelves have thousands of references, not to mention the CDs, DVDs and games. We go to Chantelivre for personalized advice for this particular attention paid to children and adults.

We know Voyageurs du Monde for its trips off the beaten track or to dream places, as well as its agencies which alone give a taste for adventure. The address at 55, rue Sainte-Anne used to offer a small selection of books to help you prepare your trip. From now on, Voyageurs du Monde has opened its own bookshop at 48, dedicated to travel, just opposite the eponymous agency. The setting, chic, sober and warm, is worth a visit, with its central spiral staircase as an invitation to travel... On the shelves, literature to prepare your trip, to escape at leisure, to immerse yourself in other lands - it's magical, without a doubt. Travelogues, guidebooks, adventure stories, children's tales from all over the world, texts by the great explorers of yesteryear or contemporary, and even recipe books from the four corners of the globe, the choice is everywhere, the selection rigorous. Comic books are not forgotten, with the best authors of the genre exploring. The advice is present, with 4 passionate globe-trotters who will be happy to guide you in your reading. More than a simple bookshop, the Voyageurs du Monde store regularly organizes conferences and meetings with authors as well as exhibitions of travel photography. You can also find original moleskines to write down your memories. As for the little ones, they are not forgotten with a reading corner specially designed for them. On the website, there is advice for readers before going to the bookstore. What could be more practical, after having chosen your trip at the agency, than to cross the road to find all the possible literature on the destination in question, and novels to accompany your journey?

Authentic online, thematic and cultural bookshop, which is particularly attractive to a field of scholars or curious. If the large catalogue of works, for the least rare or specific, is primarily intended for the great specialists, the layman may still be at risk. Old books are collationnés, complete and in good condition. Any defects are reported. On the site, discover in addition to many references, the agenda of fairs, fairs or market. An authentic and unique address, as you love, by a passionate lover!

A nice address to discover in Paris to buy books about cars and the car world. You can find a vast choice of books on the circuits, the drivers, the different brands and models, retrospectives by year of the Grand Prix. The Librairie Passion Automobile also offers books on motorcycles, French and foreign, on planes, boats, trains, military, agricultural or utility vehicles.

In this Parisian bookstore in the 15th arrondissement, you will find a wide selection of books on cars and motorcycles, both modern and old. They have a complete range of books dedicated to competition with biographies of drivers, rallies, circuits, F1, endurance races and various competitions. Vintage owners will also find technical magazines, brochures and catalogs. It is possible to order online directly on their website. A lot of choice to get information!

This Parisian bookshop is specialized in books and documentation about cars, motorcycles, planes, trains. Among the many books on cars, enthusiasts can find new or used books on different models, racing cars, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Formula 1 ... They sometimes stock magazines, brochures, technical documentation, posters, badges ... The choice is vast since the bookstore has more than 100,000 items in stock and it offers shipping at home.

In Versailles, this bookstore is sacred. These are more than 10 000 references of books for youth that are listed here, in a place where one conveys his passion to the smallest. The spokes are loaded with company games. Space is colourful, dynamic and employees are always looking for rare species in the field of books for youth. Most: manual activities and animations regularly organised, around a meeting with a children's author or a chosen theme.

This address has existed since 1919! If La Procure is the reference bookshop for religious works, it is also a generalist bookshop with a strong focus on literature, human sciences, children's books and fine arts, with a collection of around 300,000 books. It also has a CD and DVD area as well as a gourmet area "Saveur des Monastères" with jams, cookies, wines and caramels. In addition, La Procure organizes round tables on books on social topics.

It's the oldest travel bookshop in France and the "kilometer zero of the world", thanks to an extraordinary collection of books dedicated to travel. Catherine Domain, the bookseller and founder of the store for forty-five years, is there to help you with your research, especially if you want to read up on travel before your trip. A member of the Société des Explorateurs, the Club International des Grands Voyageurs, founder of the Cargo Club, the Club Ulysse des petites îles du monde and the Prix Pierre Loti, she is a true travel specialist.

The exact address is 73 Avenue de Paris, 94160 Saint-Mandé. IGN offers various services such as Afigéo and Drias. IGN is also present on social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.