Independent bookstore initiative

Independent bookstores are places to explore and connect, essential spaces in our communities run by people who know the power and promise of a good book. 

In addition to the books you'll receive through Nu Reads boxes, we hope you'll continue to add to your home library through our partners. Whether you take one of our Nu Reads' author's book recommendations, find one that sounds interesting on Jewish Book Council's website, or hear about a great read from a friend, we encourage you to support one of our featured independent bookstores when you buy your next book.

Books & Books
South Florida

Special offer! Nu Reads subscribers will receive a 10% discount for online purchases at Books & Books using code JBC10. Books & Books is South Florida's premier literary destination and a haven for independent readers and thinkers.

The Common Good
Ellenville, NY

The Common Good is a general purpose bookstore, cocktail forward-bar, cafe, and events space nestled in the foothills of the Shawangunk mountains and the southern Catskills in Ellenville, NY.

Godmother Books
Summerland, CA

Godmothers is a local bookstore with a global dream. We believe in our bones that authentic storytelling is the magic medicine our world needs to connect. We are fiercely passionate about bringing diverse people together to share stories, ideas, wisdom, and tools for transformation. Welcome to your home away from home. You belong here. Come in, get lost, be found.

Gramercy Books
Bexley, OH

Gramercy Books is a locally-owned, independently-minded neighborhood bookstore in the heart of Bexley, Ohio, just three miles east of downtown Columbus that opened in 2016.

Parentheses Books
Harrisonburg, VA

Parentheses Books is a cozy general interest bookshop located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.

Zibby Books
Santa Monica, CA

Zibby Books is an independent bookstore in Santa Monica, CA with frequent author events, unique curation (the Zibbacle system), a book club, expert booksellers (think: authors, literary agents, and screenwriters), and a warm, community feel.