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Calling all book lovers! Are you looking for some independent bookstores to support in Toronto? In this blog post we’re rounding up 5 independent bookstores to check out in Toronto. Keep reading to learn more:
Another Story Bookshop
Located in the West end of Toronto, Another Story Bookshop is an independent bookstore with 30 years of history. This bookstore sells a broad range of literature for children, young adults, and adults with a focus on themes of social justice, equity, and diversity.
Website: https://anotherstory.ca/
Address: 315 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto, ON M6R 2M6
A Different Booklist
A Different Booklist is an African-Canadian owned bookstore that specializes in showcasing the literature of the African and Caribbean diaspora, the Global South, and all of the major publishers and small presses.
Website: https://adifferentbooklist.com/
Address: 779 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON M5S 0B7
Queen Books
Located in Toronto’s East end, Queen Books is a general interest, community bookstore with something for everyone.
Website: http://queenbooks.ca/
Address: 914 Queen Street East, Toronto, ON M4M 1J5
Type Books
With three locations across the city, Type Books is an independent bookstore that you don’t want to miss. Along with a vast inventory of books to choose from, TYPE is also a welcoming venue for literary programs and events.
Website: https://typebooks.ca/
Address: 883 Queen Street West, 2887 Dundas Street West, and 427 Spadina Road
Glad Day Bookshop
Recognized as the oldest queer bookstore in the world, Glad Day Bookshop has been serving the LGBTQ community in Toronto since 1970. This bookstore offers a wide selection of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, two-spirit, and queer literature.
Website: https://gladdaybookshop.com/
Address: 499 Church Street, Toronto, ON, M4Y 2C6
