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Spotlight Titles: 20% off all year long
Thank you to all of our customers who made this weekend’s sale a success. It’s extremely heartening in this economy and with all the “dire” predictions we hear about the book industry to see how many people there are who still enthusiastically read and buy books.
I know that the 20% discount during the sale makes a difference, and so I want to make sure that everyone is aware of our Spotlight Titles program. It’s an opportunity to get the sale discount on a rotating selection of our newest and most popular titles.
These are some of our current Spotlight Titles:
Prices on our website reflect the discounted price.
Add comment May 17, 2009
Buyer’s Picks: Children’s Books
2 comments April 24, 2009
Spring in Morningside Heights!
Spring has finally come to Morningside Heights and the Columbia neighborhood is suddenly awash in color. This is possibly the most beautiful moment of the year in New York and this cozy area of the Upper West Side that feels almost like a town within the city is a great place to experience it.
The tree in front of our store is in bloom and inside we’re excited about all the new spring titles that are flowing in. A few of the highlights so far:
These are some of our favorite books from the past year that have just been released in paperback:
And if you mix in academic circles, you might want to check out the new (and popular) How Professors Think: Inside the Curious World of Academic Judgement.
Many more new spring titles are due in over the next several weeks, so come back regularly to see what new “must reads” are in store for you this summer.
Add comment April 18, 2009
Where can you find a great book for under $10?
At Book Culture, of course!
Hit the stairs first, which are lined with stacks of remainders. On the first landing you’ll find Mark Mazower’s recent book Hitler’s Empire for only $8 and Tony Judt’s Reappraisals for $7. Turn the corner and check out the literary criticism section, where you’ll find Michael Wood’s The Road to Delphi for only $4.99 and the timely Panic! Markets, Crises & Crowds in American Fiction for $5.98. There are several gems lining the stairs, including two titles by Pamuk, Snow and Other Colors, each for $7.98. Stop at the next landing to browse the philosophy sale books and then continue on up to the tables on the 2nd floor. Here you’ll find, among many other things, a new crop of architecture titles, more literature and poetry (look for DeLillo’s Falling Man and Coetzee’s Inner Workings), and an overflowing table of history and african-american studies books.
Don’t miss the carts featuring a selection of the very newest remainders (on the carts now: Putin’s Russia by Anna Politkovskaya, Untapped: The Scramble for Africa’s Oil by John Ghazvinian, Vishnu’s Crowded Temple: India Since the Great Rebellion by Maria Misra).
If energy and time allow, head on to the cases of bargain books, where you will find a wonderful mix of mostly used books on every topic, all at excellent prices.
More new remainder titles to watch for while browsing at Book Culture:
Add comment March 26, 2009
Book Culture has Chico Bags!
These eco-friendly compact bags are large and sturdy enough to carry books or groceries. When you’re not using it, stuff the bag into its attached pouch and tuck in your purse or pocket. Pick one up at Book Culture for $5.95 (or order by phone/email)

Add comment March 13, 2009
Book Culture’s Spotlight Section
Our spotlight titles (20% off) are now located all together along a rear wall of the first floor of the store. Look for the two bays of books next time you visit.
Great titles discounted!

1 comment December 18, 2008
Book Culture Gift Ideas – Totes and Tees!
WE have a variety of tee shirts and tote bags for sale – perfect to package with a gift book!
Just ask a bookseller for assistance if you don’t see the color or size that you like.
All of our tee-shirts are $7.50:

We’ve recently lowered the price on some of our tote bags, to encourage “green” shopping and less use of plastic bags (although we still have them if you prefer).
A large selection of our totes are now available for $2.95:

Add comment December 10, 2008
Salman Rushdie Signed Short Stories!
We have about 30 Salman Rushdie signed copies of The Best American Short Stories 2008 in the store right now. At $14, it is a great buy – for yourself, or as a gift. The books are on a downstairs table in the store — look for the ones with the “Signed by Author” sticker on the front. They’ll go fast, so stop by this weekend and pick up your copy! (Or copies!)
Add comment October 3, 2008
Come Visit Our New Children’s Section
We’ve dedicated a large upstairs area to children’s books. You’ll discover new titles, classics, foreign language titles and and some great discounts. Check out our recommended children’s titles and search our website for many more excellent selections for kids.
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