Outstanding, well curated neighborhood book store with friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful collections of female and African American authors. Great vibe.
October 2023
I grew up in washington heights and I would love to know what year this place opened? I would pass it a lot and never think to go inside. It's a good quality book store. There's a small section of manga. I love that my community has access to books!
June 2023
So many great literary sections. Looks like a real community hub with local authors, free Covid tests, a community fridge outside, and many other resources. Such a pleasure to have in the neighborhood
About Word Up Community Bookshop/Librería Comunitaria
Word Up is a volunteer-powered, multilingual, general-interest, nonprofit community bookshop and arts space in Uptown NYC. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation will help support our mission of making books more accessible to communities and, in turn, building community.