Specialized bookstores Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur

Behind a somewhat dusty and outdated storefront hides a treasure. Nestled on the lively Place Jean Jaurès, this bookshop specializing in comic books is a real Ali Baba's cave for lovers of the 9th art. You can find rare first editions, unique pieces, sold at the side price and some even discounted. The bins of second-hand comics are overflowing with marvels, there are some for all the prices and all the tastes. We were moved by the original editions of Asterix, Tintin, that we can hold in our hands. A real pearl.

This store with an unmistakable front in the streets of Cours Julien, is in fact much more than a simple bookshop specialized in comics. It is the den of the editions of the same name, Même pas mal, which has been raging for a few years in the Marseilles comic book scene and beyond. Comic strip titles that are willingly satirical, often with a protesting and denunciatory tone. A catalog that you will find in the store as well as on the website, as well as derivative products, fanzines and illustrated objects. We can find at Même pas mal some very talented authors like Margaux Chetteau, Hila Noam, Karl Stevens or Emre Ohrun to name a few.

A religious bookstore that offers a large choice of reference and current works, and a section of DVDs and CDs. For children, board games to learn the Bible while having fun, and also a large choice of objects: crosses, rosaries, prints, santons and religious statuettes, which are offered on the occasion of baptisms, communions and religious events. The booksellers are very friendly and have excellent advice, so you won't come away empty-handed! Do not hesitate to ask for advice.

Founded in 1876, this bookshop is one of the oldest in the city, offering maps and guidebooks from all over the world, including many Petit Futé guides. If you're tempted by the idea of going on an adventure, there's nothing to stop you checking your natal chart or having your cards read, with all the esoteric and astrological material also available. The bookshop has also developed a complete department specializing in law.

" CLC's goal is to make Christian literature available throughout the world, so that every man can gain access to faith and spiritual maturity in the Lord Jesus Christ. " This approach is based on 4 indéfectible pillars of Christianity, faith, sacrifice, sanctification, fraternal communion. The proposed works are all in this direction and are very numerous. Bibles in several languages, Bible commentaries, testimonies, doctrines, church history and mission, meditations, novels… The bookshop also offers gifts, stationery, games, cds and dvds.

Specialized in Judaism, you will find several themes ranging from the history of Israel's state to Jewish cuisine through philosophy, biographies of famous policies such as Moshe Dayan, Theodore Herzl, Golda Meir, works dealing with anti-Semitism, the Shoah, the specificity of the world ashkénaze or sephardic. For nuns, Bible, Talmud, Hasidism or Children will complement their knowledge. And for everyone very beautiful novels, news and even comic strips.

Since 2010, in a lively pedestrian street, this Bédérie has been the home of Grüt, the mascot, a friendly little furry creature drawn by Didier Tarquin, a local comic book artist and Bédérie regular. So this is the temple of international comics, with some 10,000 references: Franco-Belgian albums, erotic comics, comics, mangas, Art Books, illustrations and also role-playing games, figurines and pop culture goodies, posters... You're in good hands with Guillaume and Dalila's passionate team, and you'll come across other enthusiasts and novices just waiting to get in on the action! From book signings to introductions to role-playing games, there's always something going on at La Bédérie.

Bubbles at low prices! Bargains and finds to be had at this bookseller specializing in comics. Eric Roux offers a large stock of second-hand comics, mangas and graphic novels, as well as new titles, recent releases and publisher returns. Franco-Belgian comics fans come from far and wide to find nuggets at low prices. Futé: here, you can resell your own albums or exchange them. This is the oldest independent address for 9th art fans in Aix.

Just down the road from Place des Cardeurs, here's a lovely find. This little store dedicated to music is a real treasure trove. You'll find a variety of instruments, from guitars to Jew's harps and harmonicas, as well as accessories for musicians: reeds, shoulder pads, mutes, music stand lamps... As for sheet music, all musical trends are represented. French variety, of course, but not only... Impeccably lined up, numerous French and foreign editions await you. The bookshelf features works on the history of music and famous composers. In addition, you'll find learning methods, magazines and music paper, as well as some amazing little music boxes. There's also a display of musical games for the little ones. This store is a treasure trove... The icing on the cake is that when you visit this Ali Baba's cave, you'll be able to sample the sound advice of Perceval, a music fan whose enthusiasm will transport you!

The Bible in all its states! As his name indicates, this Protestant Protestant library makes the Bible beautiful. It is degraded in several languages, several versions, several translations. Religious itineraries are pursued with books of Christian construction, apologtics (defense of faith) or biblical dictionaries. Children will find books adapted to their age. There are even Christian comics! Also in music, song partitions, postcards, stationery and historical atlases, as well as a radius of CD and DVD. An address that celebrates the faith where social sciences and humanities works are also offered. Among the publishers released here are Bibli 'o, Footprints, Vida, the Line for Reading the Bible or the Evangelical Editions Farel.

Les Éditions Parentheses has a space dedicated to the sale of books that they have been publishing for over 40 years, in the vast premises of a former banana kiln. You will find many books and treaties on contemporary or old architecture and urban planning, others on art and music. These include the Eupalinos collections, the Mediterranean courses, knowledge and works, meetings of Averoes, and numerous works on Le Corbusier. Also worth mentioning is their production and sale of postcards and unpublished posters on the theme of the Marseille architecture. Their catalog can be accessed online on their website. Above all, a friendly welcome and their spontaneous propensity to offer wise advice for all those who wish to visit or better know Marseille. A place to go without hesitation!

Contrebandes is a library that caters to all lovers of book and image (mainly drawing), with illustrated books for children and "old" children and comic strips for adults and future adults. You'll discover books you don't see elsewhere, automates and paper dolls, folioscopes (also known as "flip movies" or flip-books), and fine stationery and character, nice maps… A beautiful address that offers children's entertainment and workshops!

In this place specialized in the comic strip, everything is devoted to the art of these small bubbles. Amateurs will find Belgian comic, comedy, science fiction, Japanese mangas, comics, children's comics, BDM… All editions and large collections are here! You will find your favorite heroes and all the novelties from the world of comic books to limited editions.

How would you define this place? It's at once a bookshop stocked with books on ancient life, an exhibition space for photographic works and even a superb collection of craft beers brewed in Provence. In short, an unusual place and a promising program to be discovered as a matter of urgency.
Add to this a really warm welcome and excellent reading advice, and you'll have no excuse not to run to De Natura Rerum.
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Le Kiosque à Musique is a sheet music store located in Avignon. They offer a wide selection of sheet music for different instruments, including guitar strings, Vandoren reeds and accessories for clarinet and saxophone. The store also offers online purchasing, in-store pick-up and delivery. Le Kiosque à Musique also offers second-hand sheet music, CDs, opera librettos and children's musical ensembles. They also have a section dedicated to Studio Ghibli scores for flute and piano. Customers can buy these scores online, and they come with a piano accompaniment CD. Le Kiosque à Musique also offers secure PayPal payment and 14-day return policy.