What a wonderful place to pick up books, have social distancing events. I even have my childrens books displayed there. Definitely stop by and the staff and volunteers are super friendly.

At this critical juncture in history, this bookstore is essential. I have found nothing else like it. Outstanding, relevant selection. Knowledgeable and helpful staff. I make a point of stopping here whenever in NYC! The events held here are also amazing.

This is not Black owned!! False advertising and so disappointing. They know I had to have paid online because I kept giving my order; they held the books in a bag off to the side, pretending they couldn’t find it, stalling to check in the computer if I paid. After getting tired of waiting for people who came in the store after me to be serviced, I said, “do you want me to show you my receipt?, then suddenly she say, “Oh no.” I picked up the bag and said, “both books are in here, am I free to go now?” Will not make any further purchases.

I thought the reviews were bugging but they legit do not stop bugging you about the revolution and this Bob Avakian dude. Good selection of books but I would not come back to be lectured again about this Bob Avakian guy

I know of no other independent bookstore in Harlem. The book selection is well curated, and the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. They have a great collection of books on climate, environment, race history and politics. Probably the only book store that carries books on the local history of Harlem. The second hand book shelf is usually well stocked and a fun treasure hunt activity for those inclined.However, this is not a big store and would not cater to everyone’s interests. The collections are limited, though excellently curated.Pro-tip: sign up for the stores mailing list to get updates on book signing and other events.

Excellent selection of books and a staff that knows Marx and his theory and praxis. However, they will follow you around the store and try to get you into Bob Avakian. Bob’s RCP degenerated into a personality cult in the past couple decades. The members of the RCP are kind of cultish, so beware.

Revolution Books has a lovely staff and a good selection of radical literature. I got a copy of the Ben Fowkes translation of Das Kapital, which is hard to find online these days. The only downside is that you probably will pay MSRP (if not more!) for used books.

Very nice neighborhood bookstore. The staff is kind, helpful and passionate.

Theyre very knowledgeable but its quite niche. All for communism and Im not that, Im a socialist. But if you want communist literature and a few other things, go here.

Like the bookstore like the selection of books seems theyre always hard pressing for donations....

Such ease in getting my book and the people working there were so kind, all wearing masks, and immediately gave me some hand sanitizer when I arrived. I highly suggest supporting local and checking them out!

Great place to expand worldly knowledge and education

Well kept store, they will order whatever you need! Support your local bookstore!

Socially conscious bookstore that goes beyond the utility of just a bookstore. Highly recommend u drop buy and support by buying a book.

A novel experience for those who speak truth to power.

Very important books here! Fiction and nonfiction representing various socioeconomic inequality, social justice, and race issues; as well as history, politics, and the environment. Also a fantastic place to engage in stimulating discussion and attend educational events. Hard-to-find kids books can be found here too! I hope to see you there soon!

Super cool independent bookstore mostly Revolutionary topics as the in the Namesake Everyone who works in the store is knowledgeable about the Materials, on the day that I visited the staff was planning a rally it’s a really cool spot ... Check them out and you’re welcome

Great staff and selection.

Great collection of books.

Wonderful selection of books and the staff was super friendly!

Unique selection of books.. super duper staff... and it always feels so vibrant and clean in there. Great for harlem as book stores are scarce these days..

Love the bookstore! For anyone who wants to read books or reading materials that actually matters...please go to Revolution Books. Nice people and they helped me find the books i was looking for. Im currently reading a book i just purchased while Im enjoying my hot coffee.

Cool bookstore, in the world of Kindles and Amazon, this place is a nice gem, decent selection of books, engaging staff that will help you navigate. Events and speakers are a weekly thing here but I cant speak to that as I have never attended. Overall definitely a nice place to check out if you are looking for a local bookstore.

One of my favorite book stores in the city. they have a great selection here believe it or not. youll always get great service

Havent had much luck here. Always trying to support my small business folks but literally every time I go to support they have a private event going on and I cant get to the books that I want. Just bad timing on my part. But a much needed resource in the community. So I will keep trying.

Great place. They have rare and interesting books. They also have a wide variety of documentary films. I learned a lot from the friendly staff. Its the last bookstore of its kind in the city. I wish more people realized the value in that place. Book stores are shutting down all over the country and its going to be harder to find or discover great authors and their creations. Take advantage!!

If youre just there for the books, Revolution Books has an amazing selection of books. However, the Revolutionary Communist Party, of which the bookstore is affiliated to, is essentially a cult of personality around Bob Avakian. As well, the RCP, until very recently has been very homophobic and transphobic. I would strongly recommend avoiding the bookstore if you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community.As well, the RCP is incredibly sectarian and refuses to consider the IWW a revolutionary organization. The RCP refuses to participate in liberal democracy, even for damage control, because they claim it legitimizes it. (which is absolutely hillarious)If you want to actually learn theory there are many good resources online. If you want to do praxis, the New York City Food Not Bombs meets every week on Sundays at 1pm. Otherwise, stay away.

Great place 4 families w/kids & people who likes 2 read

I never fail to learn something related to social justice when I visit. Volunteer run by people who care about the issues and what to educate the public for change

One of the the best gems of the city! Hard-to-find indie works, activist classics, and an impressive schedule of excellent documentary films, often with a guest speaker!

Pretty good selection of books, but they won’t stop following you around and lecturing you about Bob Avakian long enough for you to browse. I won’t be back, but from what they explained, they don’t need my business. They are “volunteers” and are funded privately (very likely through the RCP). The whole selling books thing seems to be an after thought. Go to Sisters Uptown instead.

Amazing .. I even told them what I wanted to pay

Great bookstore with a nice collection. Prices were even reasonable for a niche place in NYC

The best for them was to Harlem. The staff is friendly and the vibe is where you want to spend your money

Very cool and cozy its a very cool environment that piqued my interest its accessible via subway

A very informative and cunning setting, REVOLUTION BOOKS provides a comfy, homelike armosphere for those interested in the history and current events, revolutionization and diversity of the United States. I currently volunteer at the shop and I find that every time Im there, my mind opens to so many possibilities of what can be my full potential. Theres coffee, tea and a little nook towards the back of the shop where you can grab a book you fancy, plop down and read for as long as you want. The shopowners also play informational clips and films during hours of operation that you can also sit and watch. They are currently seeking 50 volunteers to help out at the bookstore since the store is run on donations and sponsors; no one gets paid to work there so help is greatly needed and appreciated. The store is settled conveniently 2 blocks away from the 135th St. stop on the 2 and 3 line, across the street from McDonalds. Highly recommend it as a pit stop on your way around the beautiful West Harlem neighborhood.

Djeliba Mann Puppetry show once a month brings joy and knowledge to Children and adults

Nice people they are a small family run business,even bought a few books help support the neighborhood.

This bookstore is one of a kind, Rev Books is such a great Place to find quality books and information, In fact it’s the most intellectual bookstore in Manhattan, NY.

This place is an embarrassment. Communist propaganda and terrifying that it even exists. It makes me ashamed that people actually believe this stuff when so many people have died and continue to suffer from communism (Venezuela). If they really believe in communism their pinko trash should be free.Shame on this place.

I like the selection, but the staff is a bit cultish about their Bob Avakian.

Nice selection of reading material.

Good prices on used books but young kids section needs work.

This is the new location (opened in November 2015), having lost their lease in Chelsea, but Jane and Revolution are still going strong hosting readings, and providing New Yorkers and the neighborhood with politically minded books, ethno-centric literature, and a meeting place for discourse in Harlem.

Interesting books and a huge variety

Nice people. Lots of great books.

Cozy place to read books and drink coffee.

Best book store on the planet ✊

Great library! You get more than books there.

GREAT CONTENT, FRIENDLY AND KNOWLEDGEABLE EMPLOYEES

Great Place to find quality books and information.

Glad to see this type of bookstore in the neighborhood.

Brett loves this store.

Awesome everybody should go

I have to go back they have hidden gems

The bookstore is a one of a kind.

It not a good place for kids under the age of 10

Its pretty much just a propaganda store.

Please come, & become Enlightened .....

Not much going on, too many micro agenda books. Very narrow selection.

Great customer service

Educational book store

Home of knowledge.

The Best

Wonderful books

They have lots of suggestion on variety books

Love this place

Expenssive though

Lovely

Mass variety

Do not agree with their philosophy

New & Used books of the Revolution

Most intellectual bookstore in the neighborhood!

Good for the mental

Best

Events, Books and more

Awesome Books

Black books

An oasis in the middle of this “America first” forest.

Community bookstore which operates with volunteers. We discuss it a lot and we come out with a book by James Baldwin or on the Palestinian cause.

Funny

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