Your Guide to the Best Libraries and Book Stores in Albuquerque
Bookworms rejoice! There are plenty of outstanding libraries and unique bookstores in the Albuquerque area. If you are the type of person who can't help but pick up the next page-turner for your bookshelf, then you need to know where to locate all of these incredible locations.
Here at La Vida Buena, Albuquerques premier apartment community, we love to help residents discover hidden gems throughout the city. Thats why weve put together a list of our favorite libraries and bookstores in Albuquerque. Lets dive in!
Albuquerque and Bernalillo County Public Library System
You are never too far away from a public library location in the city of Albuquerque. If you are a taxpayer living within Bernalillo County, then you can apply for a free library card to grant yourself access to check out books and other materials from within the library system. Additionally, there are other resources that the library offers that you can tap into as well if you are a library cardholder.
Explore their large collection of virtually any type of book or resource that you might potentially need. When borrowing from the library system, be mindful of the fact that you will need to return your materials within the designated amount of time. That being said, it is completely free of charge for you to do so as your taxes have already paid for the services!
Distance from La Vida Buena Apartments: 4 mins (closest branch)
Quirky Used Books and More
The name is fitting to the store that it belongs to. This business is indeed quirky, and they like it that way. Boasting of an inventory of more than 24,000 books, you can find something to meet virtually everyone's interests. Even better than that is the fact that the majority of the titles are priced at under $10 per title. In fact, they have hundreds of bargain titles that are priced at $1 or less. Therefore, you can grab entire stacks of books to enjoy without having to spend much to do so.
Patrons also note that Quirky Used Books and More is an inclusive space and offers 4,000-square feet of space for you to explore. Contained within that space is a quiet reading nook so you can enjoy some reading even while you are still on site. Enjoy this cozy spot and find your next great read.
Distance from La Vida Buena Apartments: 14 mins
Page 1 Books
The distinction of New Mexico's largest independent bookstore is bestowed on Page 1 Books, and that is something that should pique your interest as a book lover. You can explore their extensive and ever-expanding inventory on their website, or you can simply glide through the aisles and see which titles reach out and speak to you. Either way, you should allow yourself the opportunity to get lost in the literature.
One fun thing that Page 1 Books likes to do is offer up some of the staff's favorite selections so that you can choose which books you might want to explore next. This is an outstanding way to find something new or perhaps challenge yourself with a genre that is outside of your norm.
You also have the option of selling your books to Page 1 Books as they are always in the market to add more to their collection. Simply bring your books to the store and allow the staff to review all that you have brought. They will then make you an offer based on the quality and value of the selections that you present to them. It is totally up to you to choose to move forward or not, but it can be a lot of fun to sell or trade your old books for something new.
Distance from La Vida Buena Apartments: 12 mins
Organic Books
A family-owned bookstore, Organic Books has a special place in the hearts of the people of Albuquerque. It is the kind of place that supports local authors and truly tries to help the community of authors in the area do what they do best (create amazing stories).
They sell both new and used books, and you can certainly find plenty of bargains on their shelves. It is the type of place where you can feel good about every purchase that you make and where every purchase that you make benefits local people. Make sure you stop by to see what the local literary scene is like in the area.
Distance from La Vida Buena Apartments: 15 mins
Check Out La Vida Buena Apartments
There you have it folks! We hope you find a library or bookstore to love within this list.
If you’re looking for your next home in Albuquerque, visit us at La Vida Buena Apartments. We offer beautiful 1 and 2 bedroom floor plans designed to maximize comfort, style, and spaciousness. Residents gain access to exclusive amenities like our heated indoor swimming pool, well-equipped fitness center, and community lounge & library.
Schedule a tour today and discover your next home at La Vida Buena Apartments— the good life lives here.