Bookstores in the United States that Specialize in Black Literature
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Liz’s Book Bar
315 Smith Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231
Owner/Proprietor: Maura Cheeks
Phone: 718-210-2222
Store Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Opened: 2024
Notes:
Liz’s Book Bar carries 4,000 titles of literary fiction, romance, philosophy, biography, children’s books and more. We serve coffee from Black Acres Roastery, tea from SerendipiTea, and pastries from Bien Cuit. In addition to our coffee and tea menu, we serve exceptional wines from France and Italy and beers from local breweries.
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