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When you find a book that intrigues you, you’ll stop at nothing to find it
Picture this: You just got a new (or old) book. You open it up and immediately smell that fresh woody aroma. For a bookworm, that feeling is only rivalled by a book that challenges every emotion and rational thought they have.
So what happens when the book you’ve been looking forward to isn’t available in your local bookstore? The easy answer, go online! Whatever genre you’re looking for, whether it be heartwrenching dramas or spine-chilling horror stories that’ll keep you up at night, these five bookstores are treasure troves of new experiences for you to explore for yourself.
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Librodega
Offering affordable and mostly pre-loved books, Librodega celebrates the love for reading inexpensively. The books you see and order are what you get. Every loving flip of the page the previous owner did is felt when you receive it. Immediately, you’ll know that a book was loved and read extensively.
Uncommon Books
An independent bookstore specialising in contemporary arts, design, critical studies and modernism, Uncommon Books offers what its name says—books you won’t find anywhere else. Each title is for pre-order, and delivery is as easy as shooting them a message.
Tsundoku Books
As their name suggests, it's easy to fall into the habit of tsundoku—the art of buying a lot of books but never reading them—when you explore their shop. Tsundoku Books hosts a wide array of carefully curated reads, with each title rarely exceeding the 500 PHP mark. The store usually holds books from Japanese authors but is no stranger to diversity.
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Fully Booked
Every bookworm’s go-to for any piece of literature ever written, Fully Booked has it all. From fiction and non-fiction to manga and self-help books, the possibilities are endless. This bookstore’s online service makes for quick and easy deliveries and remains the standard for consistency and diversity.
Bookshelf PH
The online bookstore that empowers Filipino authors with a platform, Bookshelf PH is run by tech-savvy writers who love their passion. With original books published by their in-house imprint and third-party titles from authors they love, bookworms who feel adventurous can expand their horizons with their offerings. Not sure what to get? Check out their monthly picks to get an idea of what genre to explore.
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About
Gabriel found his passion for writing through poetry in high school. He sharpened his skills at Ateneo de Manila University and hopes to write a play worthy of Broadway one day. A self-proclaimed geek, he loves to spend his free time playing video games and board games. When he's not clicking heads on Valorant or roleplaying as a barbarian in Dungeons and Dragons, you can find him exploring art galleries or watching stage plays.
Work
A creative writer who writes about anything and everything, Gabriel loves to dive deep into the arts and culture scene—as well as going on long road trips for travel pieces.
You can reach him on Instagram at @gbohol for any leads, casual conversations or game invites.
