Books of Wonder

Book store · Chelsea

Books of Wonder

Book store · Chelsea
42 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011

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Children's bookstore with rare books, storytime, and great advice  

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42 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011 Get directions

booksofwonder.com

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42 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011 Get directions

+1 212 989 3270
booksofwonder.com

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Aug 21, 2025

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Lisa Lauderdale

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Books of Wonder found an out of print book for me that my grandson loved! I know it was hard to find, and took quite a while, but they were quick with communicating updates and always gave me options on how to proceed. Very professional, patient people! I highly recommend this bookstore, and I know my little grandson does as well! Thanks so much, Books of Wonder!!!

Hawkeye

Google
Came here for a friend's book signing and was wonderfully impressed with what a lovely store it is. I don't have kids, but if I did, we'd be here all the time. I'm sure many people who come here wonder if the bookshop in "You've Got Mail" was inspired by Books of Wonder and the answer is yes. Bookshops need love more than ever and you can't go wrong bringing your young loved ones here.

Tricia Prentice

Google
Superb tiny great book store. Very welcoming workers and always polite, wonderful and helpful. There’s also a little rest room if needed to use while in the store and it’s well kept clean. Huge collection of children story books and more, even little printed tote bags you can get and stuff for little token gifts to give. Check them out - I always go there

Maureen Roberts

Google
This gem of the city is worth visiting. In the heart of Chelsea close to other tourist attractions and worth the diversion. The displays and knowledgeable staff make browsing through the shelves a joy. If you love books, story time and author visits take time out of your day to drop in. Make sure you talk to the staff. They make any book sound magical. Books are new with exception of the rare books section.

Cheryl

Google
I love supporting independent bookstores because of its unique book selections and offers supported by authors and oublishing houses...and BOW is no exception! I have purchased via online and branch visits (finally). Communication is seamless and easy - online and off. They give great book recommendations and have wonderful visiting authors. The shop has ample seating to help you review books before purchase. They also have rare book sets, limited edition posters, etc. The staff are nice, respectful and lovely. I cannot wait for my next book order, BOW!

Irene Han

Google
Such a wonderful shop! As a lover of children’s books this was a dream of a place, to visit and we found so many new and classic books to bring home from their lovingly curated selection.

Brad Winer

Google
Incredible bookstore for kids books. I was looking for modern illustrated books for my niece and the selection here is vast! While browsing on a weekend, I listened to an author reading her book to the kids in the store. The staff are super helpful and knowledgeable…. these are the kinds of businesses we must support!

jrrivkin Rivkin

Google
I like everything about this shop. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly, the selection is the best I have ever seen, the decor is charming, even the music is just right. Stop in for 5 minutes and a baby gift, and you will stay an hour and painfully restrict yourself to only 4 books.