DOWNTOWN. It's the quintessential specialty bookstore: hardwood floors, inviting couches and armchairs, and shelf upon shelf of the printed word. British books are a specialty, but the variety is impressive, and if they don't have it in stock they will do their best to get it for you. The shop hosts occasional signings and readings, and they have a fun special series called Books and Brunch which takes place at the King Edward Hotel.

MIDTOWN. Bring your deerstalker and magnifying glass, you just may be inspired to do some sleuthing of your own when you step foot into this fantastic shop. The shelves are stocked with new, used and out-of-print hardcovers and paperbacks from the gamut of mystery and thriller writers. And if all your detecting doesn't turn up that out of print gem you've been searching for all over the country, the friendly and knowledgeable staff may be able to find it for you!