The number one family owned bookstore in the country! I flew into the city only to visit this bookstore and it was worth every minute! Thank you Kala for all that you do and for being who you are!
January 2022
Definitely a hidden gem! Great bookstore with a great selection of books. The owners, Kaila and Ray are extremely helpful and dedicated to the empowerment of the community through literature. Will definitely be visiting again soon.
December 2021
It is the retro bookstore of the future. It combines the best of the past with a reading community of the future. It is a Hidden Rutgers Gem.
Hidden Gems Literary Emporium is a non-profit, community bookstore with a goal to spread love through literacy. Our collection of used and new books, plus special selections from independent authors, come from all genres! Come by and find your Hidden Gem!
