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    The Ultimate Guide to Hong Kong Book Stores

    The HK HUBBy The HK HUB2017-07-25Updated:2018-11-22No Comments13 Mins Read
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    Unleash Your Inner Literati
    The book that keeps on giving – secondhand bookstores
    Books & Co
    Booksmart
    YWCA on Macdonnell Road
    Something for everyone – All-purpose bookstores
    Swindon Book Co. Ltd.
    Hong Kong Book Centre
    Booktique
    Beachside Bookstore
    Bookazine
    Eslite
    Kidnapped Bookshop
    Bleak House Books
    For the wee-ders – children’s bookstores
    Metrokids By Metrobooks
    Fun to Read Book Outlet
    Book Castle
    Book Buddy
    For the love of…art! – Design, photography, film, architecture, fashion & advertising books
    Kubrick
    Kelly + Walsh
    Into specifics – speciality bookstores
    Lok Man Rare Books
    Hong Kong Reader
    Bloomsbury Books
    Tai Yip Art Book Centre
    Parentheses
    Straight to your door – online book shopping
    Shopinhk.com
    Asia One Books
    Book Depository
    Fishpond
    Bookwise
    Something borrowed – libraries in Hong Kong
    Central Library

    Unleash Your Inner Literati

    No one can deny that reading is important. Reading enriches our world, expands our vocabulary, stimulates the imagination and can increase the attention span in children who might otherwise be distracted by electronic games, TV and the Internet.

    At a glance it might seem that the reading culture here is non-existent and that people would rather disengage into a game on their mobile rather than literature. But if you dig deeper you will discover that Hong Kong’s inclination for books and reading is far from dead; it’s actually emerging and this city has a lot to offer in terms of the quantity and selection when it comes to its bookstores, mainstream and speciality.  This is the ultimate guide to unleashing your inner literati.

    The book that keeps on giving – secondhand bookstores

    Books & Co

    Where the true bibliophile hangs out. Browse for hours and revel in that tell-tale used book smell, trawling through the piles and shelves of dog-eared copies (the place has a feel of a jumble sale at times). The shop is very chill, inviting you to relax with a tea or coffee in cosy surrounds.

    Address: 10 Park Road, Mid Levels

    Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 11.00am – 7.00pm; 2559 5199

     

    Booksmart

    Readers can shop online or visit BooksMart’s Sai Ying Pun shop for a selection of both new and used books. Books are relatively inexpensive; the website even offers a category of $20 steals. Delivery is free with orders over $250.

    Address: Flat 212, 11/F, Glorious Commercial Building (sign outside building in Chinese only “浩榮商業大廈”),No. 210-212 Des Voeux Road West, Sai Ying Pun

    Opening Hours: Monday-Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 11.00am – 6.30pm (closed Wednesday, Sunday and public holidays); 2620-5035

     

    YWCA on Macdonnell Road

    The YWCA on Macdonnell Road has a small selection of English second hand books for sale and accepts donations. The small second hand book shelf features a mixed genre of all kinds for both children and adults. A book costs $20 and goes to YWCA charitable donations.

    3/F No. 1 Macdonnell Road, Central; 3476 1340

     

    Something for everyone – All-purpose bookstores

    Swindon Book Co. Ltd.

    One of the oldest booksellers on the block, Swindon Book Co has been helping Hong Kongers happily flip through the pages since 1918. Approachable staff will help you find the more obscure titles, and if they can’t get it off the shelf, you can order online.

    Address: 13-15 Lock Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

    Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10.00am – 8.00pm; Sunday and public holidays 12.30pm – 6.30pm; 2366-8001

     

    Hong Kong Book Centre

    Affiliated with Swindon Book Co and Kelly & Walsh, Hong Kong Book Centre is in good company in the local book scene. It offers a diverse selection of special interest books, covering art, design, business and travel. You can also find the latest best sellers here, and the little ones will enjoy the kids’ section.

    Address: 25 Des Voeux Road, On Lok Yuen Building Lower Level, Central

    Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 9.00am – 6.30pm; Saturday 9.00am – 5.30pm (closed Sunday and public holidays); 2522-7064

    Booktique

    Independent bookstore in Wan Chai specialising in English books mainly from the UK for young and old, but with an emphasis on children’s books. It’s also a good one stop shop for cool gift ideas, like brightly-coloured Penguin book bags. Delivery is also available, with charges waived on purchases over $800. They also offer online shopping on their new website.

    Address: Shop 1706-09, 17/F, Hopewell Centre, 183 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai

    Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 9.00am – 8.00pm; Sunday and public holidays 10.30am – 8.00pm; 3527 3560

     

    Beachside Bookstore

    Good little bookshop in Stanley over two levels selling English books, magazines and stationery on the ground floor, with the top floor reserved just for the kiddies.

    Address: Shop A1, G/F, No. 80 Stanley Main Street, Stanley; 2813 8266

     

    Bookazine

    A very dependable selection of English language books, magazines, stationary and gifts. In their biggest store they stock over 900 magazine titles and over 20,000 book titles. All shops have a children’s section and in some they will host book readings, puppet shows, face paintings, competitions and other events for children of all ages.

    Address:

    Landmark Prince’s: Shop 326-328, Landmark Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Road, Central; 2522-1785

    Discovery Bay: Shop 104B, 1/F Block A, DB Main Plaza, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island; 2987 1373

    Ifc Mall: Shop 3092C, Podium Level Three, Ifc Mall, 1 Harbour Street, Central

    Lyndhurst Terrace: Shop 1, G/F, Oriental Crystal Commercial Building, 46 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central; 2970 3999

    Repulse Bay: G/F, Shop 107 C-D, The Repulse Bay Arcade, 108 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay; 2750 1136

    Exchange Square: Shop 305-07, One Exchange Square, Central; 2542 1133

    Pacific Place: Shop 4, Level B3, Three Pacific Place; 2997 3018

     

    Eslite

    Founded in 1989, ESLITE is a bookstore chain that hails from Taiwan. Originally their focus was on art and humanities but the company has since expanded their selection. The shop in Causeway Bay opened in 2012 and has 3 floors chock full of good reads. ESLITE also has a children’s book section, in both English and Chinese titles. It’s also the only bookstore that caters to night time book browsers and shoppers leaving its doors open on weekends till 2am!

    Address: 8/F-10/F Hysan Place, 500 Hennessy Road, Causeway Bay; 3419-6789

    Opening Hours: Sunday -Thursday 10:00am – 11.00pm Friday, Saturday and eve of Public Holiday 10.00am – 11.00pm

     

    Kidnapped Bookshop

    Previously Dymocks in Sai Kung, Kidnapped takes its name from the timeless adventure classic by Robert Louis Stevenson. Store owner Urusla Huber, is passionate about sharing books as a way to captivate the imagination and take readers on an adventure and spirit of discovery. The store offers a wide range of children’s books including those by local Hong Kong authors.

    Address: 7 Man Nin Street, Sai Kung, New Territories; 2791 9110

    Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 9.00am – 7.00pm

     

    Bleak House Books

    Bleak House Books is one of Hong Kong’s newest English language bookshops. They specialise in vintage fiction and comic, classic children’s books and quality contemporary fiction and non-fiction and their inventory is hand-curated and wide ranging. Founded in early 2017, they sell books out of their brick and mortar shop in Kowloon, online via their website and occasionally participate in street markets. More than just a retail operation, Bleak House Books is a space for the community where folks can go read a book in peace and quiet, listen to a poetry reading, or browse its growing collection of works by Hong Kong’s own writers and artists.

    Address: Unit 2705, Welltech Centre, 9 Pat Tat Street, San Po Kong, Kowloon

    Opening Hours:  12-5 pm Sunday and Monday, 12-6 pm Wednesday and Thursday, 11 am -6 pm Friday, 11 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 7 pm Saturday; 3705 0251

     

    For the wee-ders – children’s bookstores

    Metrokids By Metrobooks

    This colourful and large store (3,000 sq. ft.) is a great way to spend a rainy day with the kids and stock up on a variety of reads. Although billed as the largest and most specialised English language children’s bookstore in Hong Kong, mom and dad can get informed with a good selection of parenting and early learning books, and teens will no doubt find the latest trending novel in the young adult section. Lots of fun toys, stationery and gifts too.

    Address: Shop A, Square on 9/F, Times Square, 1 Matheson Street, Causeway Bay

    Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10.00am – 10.00pm; 2154 1339

     

    Fun to Read Book Outlet

    With stacks of discount books at two locations, not to mention a space large enough for the kids to wander, this shop is a favourite with local parents. Mum and dad are spoilt for choice with affordable English language books for babies, kids and teens, along with creative games to keep their imagination ticking.

    Address:

    Kwun Tong: Unit 806, 8/F, Hewlett Centre, 54 Hoi Yuen Road, Kwun Tong; 3105-3588

    Causeway Bay: Unit 1703-06, Causeway Bay Plaza 1, 489 Hennessy Road, Causeway Bay; 2895-0006

    Opening Hours (same for both locations): Monday-Friday 11.00am – 7.00pm; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 11.00am – 6.30pm

     

    Book Castle

    This whimsical shop, with three locations in Hong Kong, has something to delight princes and princesses of all ages, from infant storybooks right up through reference materials and novels suitable for teens.

    Address:

    Lee Gardens Two: Shop 217-218, 28 Yun Ping Road, Causeway Bay

    Ocean Terminal Harbour City: Shop OT G45, Ground Floor, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, Kowloon

    The Pulse: Shop 201F, Level 2, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay

    Opening Hours:

    Lee Gardens: Monday-Sunday and public holidays 10.30am – 8.30pm; 2915-6228

    Ocean Terminal Harbour City: Monday-Sunday and public holidays: 10.30am – 10.00pm; 2737 2343

    The Pulse: Monday-Thursday: 10.00am – 7.00pm; Friday-Sunday and public holidays: 10.00 – 8.00pm; 2698 1090

     

    Book Buddy

    Book Buddy goes above and beyond with a fun range of storybooks, Novelties, Pillow Storybooks, Workbooks, Flash Cards, Educational Games & Materials, Puzzles, Infant Toys, Stickers and stationery.

    Address:

    Stanley Plaza: 23 Carmel Road, Stanley, 3197 0388

    Windsor House: 311 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, 2376 2230

    PopCom 2: 9 Tong Chun Street, Tseung Kwan O, 2737 2343

    Opening Hours:

    Windsor House and PopCom 2: 11.00am – 7.00pm Daily

    Stanley Plaza: 9.00am – 8.00pm Daily

     

    For the love of…art! – Design, photography, film, architecture, fashion & advertising books

    Kubrick

    Most likely named after Stanley Kubrick . When it comes to film and music Kubrick takes the crown; a visit to this shop will inspire you to get matinee tickets for the next art house movie. Although mainly Chinese, there is a good selection of English language books, graphic novels and magazines. Their support for the arts can be seen first hand as they sell art, design and handcrafted accessories from local and foreign artists. You can linger at their nice café which has an all day menu at affordable prices.

    Address:
    Kubrick Yau Ma Tei: Shop H2, Prosperous Garden, 3 Public Square St., Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong; 2384-8929

    Kubrick APM: 418, APM 6, Shop L6-1A, 6/F, Millennium City 5 – APM, 418 Kwun Tong Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon

    Opening Hours:

    Yau Ma Tei: bookstore: Monday-Sunday 11.30am – 10.00pm; café: Monday-Sunday 11.30am – 9.30pm; discs store: Monday, Tuesday, Friday-Sunday 12.00pm – 10.00pm; Wednesday, Thursday 2.00pm – 10.00pm; 2384-8929

    APM: Monday-Sunday 1.00pm – 10.00pm; 3148-1289

     

    Kelly + Walsh

    Formed in 1876 through the partnership of two local Shanghai booksellers and then established itself as a local retailer in Hong Kong in the 1950s. [pendant alert!] This bookstore offers a well rounded selection of topics but mainly focuses on art, architecture, design and fashion. It also is keen on satisfying speciality interests by stocking a comprehensive and professional selection of cookbooks, books on automobiles, philosophy, travel as well as a fun children’s section.

    Address:

    Admiralty: Shop 204, Level 2, Pacific Place, Admiralty

    Central: Shop B59-60, The Landmark, Central

    Opening Hours:

    Admiralty: Monday-Sunday 10.30am – 8.00pm; 2522 5743

    Central: Monday-Sunday 10.00am – 7.30pm; 2801 6131

     

    Into specifics – speciality bookstores

    Lok Man Rare Books

    One of the more handsome stores on the list, with plush chairs to lounge in as you savour the wide range of rare books, first editions and important folios. A great place to hunt down the perfect gift for those hard-to-buy people in your life, as they also have signed books on hand. The inviting setting doubles as a party destination, where you can attend private cocktail gatherings, whisky or wine tastings and author readings.

    Address: Ground Floor, 6 Chancery Lane, Central

    Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10.00am – 7.00pm; Sunday 10.00am – 5.00pm (closed Monday and public holidays); 2868-1056

     

    Hong Kong Reader

    Most of the books here are in Chinese and academic-themed, however, it’s a great place to learn more about local culture as they often hold talks and community events in English. The bookstore was opened by an aspiring group of young people who wanted to provide a space for discussion, increase social and cultural consciousness, and promote reading. Drop in, meet some interesting people, and walk away with a rich read too.

    Address: 7/F, 68 Sai Yeung Choi Street South, Mong Kok, Kowloon

    Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 1.00pm – 11.00pm; 2395 0031

     

    Bloomsbury Books

    It’s business as usual (pun intended) at this store which has a mammoth selection of books on law, business, human resources, finance and other professional titles. To switch gears it offers a brilliant selection of children’s books and other literary titles.

    Address: Room 1202, 12/F, Chung Sheung Building, 9-10 Queen Victoria Street, Central

    Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 9.00am – 7.00pm; Saturday 9.00am – 6.00pm (closed Sunday and public holidays); 2526-5387

     

    Tai Yip Art Book Centre

    Tai Yip has a terrific selection of books about Chinese history, symbolism and art including titles about archeology, lacquer ware, jade, snuff bottles, ceramics, costumes, tea ware, etc. This is a good place to look if you are planning to collect Chinese art or antiques.

    Address: Room 1, 3/F Conwell House, 34-38 Stanley Street, Central; 2524 5963

    *this is the address on their website but can’t find opening hours anywhere online

     

    Parentheses

    This store is dedicated to promoting French language and culture. It opened it doors in 1987 and since has remained the only French bookstore in Hong Kong. In addition to books the store sells comics, textbooks, dictionaries, travel guides, stationery and DVDs.

    Address: 2/F, Duke of Wellington House, 14-24 Wellington St., Central

    Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10.00am – 6:30pm (closed Sunday and public holidays); 2526-9215

     

    Straight to your door – online book shopping

    Shopinhk.com

    You’ll recognise this one if you’ve ever been on GeoExpat.Com or GeoBaby.Com, where it started life in 2004 selling baby and parenting books, toys and gift items to expats. Several years later, ShopInHK.Com has grown to offer around 3 million of the above products. Shipping rates range from $40-$90, depending on the total weight of the order. Orders over $388 are free Hong Kong-wide.

     

    Asia One Books

    Lovers of art with a Hong Kong touch will revel in the selection at Asia One Books, which publishes and distributes books on the city’s developing art scene. Chic accessories and cute gifts for children are also available. Deliveries to Hong Kong addresses are free, and also no charge worldwide if you spend over $1200.

     

    Book Depository

    The UK’s largest dedicated online bookseller, the Book Depository site offers free worldwide delivery on an enormous range of titles.  There is an option to shop (and pay!) in a variety of currencies including Sterling, Euros, and US or Australian Dollars, so no tricky price conversion is required.

     

    Fishpond

    A one-stop shop for competitively priced books, movies, toys, music, and more. Shipping is free; most orders arrive within 6-10 days. Requires (free) registration to browse the site.

     

    Bookwise

    Owned and operated by a British expat, this family-run online bookstore offers an affordable option for children’s books, toys and other products. The books and play things sold at Bookwise are carefully hand-chosen by owner Sara Young and only include things she would choose for her own children. As an added bonus, everything can be delivered to your residence at no extra cost excluding a few large items.

     

    Something borrowed – libraries in Hong Kong

    Central Library

    The Central Library (located in Causeway Bay) is a public library with English sections of books available on loan for adults and kids. English ebooks and audio books are also available. This branch of the library is also home to the Toy Library, an indoor play space for children aged 0 – 8.

    Address: 66 Causeway Road, Causeway Bay

    Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10.00am – 9.00pm (*opens at 1.00pm on Wednesday); Public holidays 10.00am – 7.00pm; 2921-0208

    In addition to the Central Library, there are public libraries throughout Hong Kong. Here is a full list.


    Nancy Matos is a lifestyle and culture writer from Vancouver, Canada currently based in Hong Kong and London, who refuses to buy a Kindle.

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