General bookshops Saint-Etienne

Founded in 1961, Librairie de Paris has just been voted ^22nd independent bookshop in France (according to Livre Hebdo 2020). Here, you'll find books of the moment, booksellers' favorites and the great classics. Among the countless references, absolutely every type of work is available: French literature, fine arts, children's books, school and university books, comics, mangas, comic books, craft books, foreign literature... Regional books remain the house specialty, with a wide selection of local historical books. The staff are passionate and knowledgeable, so don't hesitate to ask for advice or a little help in finding your item!

Covering 1,000 m², just a stone's throw from the town hall, the Forum bookshop is the culture shop in the centre of Saint-Etienne. On two floors, you can browse through the bookshop, stationery, music, video and games/toys departments. The book world is very rich: from essays on ecology to fine arts, from children's comics to Montessori education... all audiences can find something for everyone. Literature is particularly represented: great authors, youth, translations, a pleiad, detective novels, fantasy? Relaxation and strolling will be at the rendezvous in this place always so appreciated by artists and bibliophiles. Please note that the bookshop offers online booking or purchase.

The most famous cultural superstore in France has a store in Saint-Etienne. Fnac is the place where you will find everything you need, from classics to travel and cookery books, science fiction, comics... At Fnac you can also buy all the hi-fi, computer and photo equipment of your dreams. If you are interested in purchasing an Apple product, a dedicated brand space will allow you to test it with an experienced employee. In recent years, the company has also been selling toys and board games. The salespeople are of good advice, and the Fnac card is really interesting, especially for shows.

The storefront in the Latin Quarter, looking as if it had stepped out of ancient times, is a real eye-catcher. The interior, in successive universes with books up to the ceiling, is a reader's dream. Silvia Aulagnon, originally from Eastern Europe, opened this bookshop in 1995. It is very well stocked, especially in literature, history and poetry, but also in books on spirituality, theater, music, art, literary correspondence, detective fiction, science fiction... On the tables, you'll find works not always featured elsewhere. You'll also find an in-depth selection of books on the humanities and social sciences. Don't hesitate to ask for advice - the bookseller knows her stuff!

The Lune et l'Autre bookstore encourages the pleasure of reading. The shop is divided into two parts. One is dedicated to books for adults, with the latest literary news of the moment, but also an interesting selection of beautiful books, ideal for gifts. The other is dedicated to books for children. The cosy atmosphere makes you lose yourself in the shelves in search of your next reading. The composition of the shelves changes regularly. Don't hesitate to come in often to discover all the new items. French literature, foreign literature, humanities, poetry, art books: here you'll end up finding what you're looking for and get good advice.

Located on rue Notre-Dame, the Mauvais Genres bookshop specializes in popular literature, including thrillers, science fiction, fantasy, comic books and American comics, in French translation or the original... All books, recent or older, are second-hand but in very good condition. Buying and selling takes place in a friendly atmosphere. Thierry Araud is a captivating and culturally-savvy bookseller who will guide you through the stacks of books, giving you personalized advice and unearthing the rarities he knows best. There's nothing like an enthusiast to find you a pearl that will make your sleepless nights tingle!