Five original and different bookstores in Zaragoza where you can find your next summer readings

With the arrival of summer , and after a long year of work, we all look for a moment of relaxation on our days off. Reading is one of the most relaxing hobbies as well as stimulating for the brain . If you still haven’t chosen your book  for this vacation, here we bring you five bookstores in Zaragoza with lots of personality so you can find your ideal travel companion.

CALAMO BOOKSTORE

Located at Plaza San Francisco n.º 4, this independent bookstore has been operating continuously for over 40 years. With a “fun and different” book sale, Cálamo has two main objectives: “to sell good books”, carefully selected for its bibliographic collection and “to actively participate in the social and cultural development of Zaragoza”.

In the city, it has established itself as one of the most renowned bookstores in terms of awards, but also for its popularity among Zaragozans who love literature. One of its philosophies, in addition to social commitment, is what has made it so famous among readers, and that is that at the Cálamo Bookstore they strive to achieve 
real and personal communication with the people who visit the establishment, doing everything possible to get to know them and advise them.

For their customers, in addition to the committed and personalized service, they offer some advantages such as their Cálamo Newsletter, the Cálamo Agenda, with recommended books, or the Impenitent Customer Card, not at all Impertinent , for the “friends” of the bookstore. In addition, they have occasionally held training courses and conferences in Spain and other countries such as Argentina, Peru or Mexico, among others.

RE-READ

If you are one of those who read a lot and your pocket does not keep up with your reading speed, Re-Read is a chain of bookstores with very affordable prices. In Zaragoza it has two stores, one at Paseo de Fernando el Católico No. 58 and another at Coso No. 97, in the heart of the city.

Their activity is based on second-hand books. If you are a member, all books are priced at 2.40 euros, but if you are not, you can buy them individually for four euros or take several, for six euros for two books or twelve euros for five units . And under the motto “there are always books read and to be read”, you can not only buy books, but also take the ones you have at home to sell them and give them a second life.

Here you can find a wide variety of books separated by sections and they have a language section where you can find international authors. In addition, they also have a shelf dedicated to the latest releases , so you don’t miss any literary news.

THE RED PANTHER

La Pantera Rossa is a social and solidarity bookstore located at San Vicente de Paúl No. 28. It opened its doors after the 2008 crisis with the philosophy of calling for “reflection and protest” and a sign announcing “soon opening due to crisis. ”

Today, their selection of books is focused on social and political themes. They mainly feature essays, but also have sections dedicated to novels and poetry.

Here you can find books on feminism, history, politics, economics, sexuality and ecology. In addition, the bookstore actively participates in multiple calls and social movements and also organizes activities on its premises, such as book presentations, debates, exhibitions and cultural events.

THE ILLUSTRATED ARMADILLO

If you enjoy both literary and graphic art, this bookstore is your place. El Armadillo Ilustrado, located on Mariano Royo Urieta street no. 9-11, specializes in illustrated books , especially for children and young people, but they also have sections on narrative, art, and comics for all ages.

Bea and Víctor are the owners of this bookstore that has been offering its services to the city since 2011. They have participated in multiple fairs and activities related to literature , such as workshops or presentations, always maintaining their personal stamp: the illustrations of the books.

The shop, where they have only a few of the titles they work with on display, is a paradise for the youngest readers, who will be able to find a multitude of options to read during the holidays before the school year starts. However, if you are looking for a title that they do not have available, you can order books to order through their email address and they have the option of home delivery, with free shipping costs for orders over 50 euros.

ALBAREDA BOOKSTORE

Three floors of self-knowledge and self-help in the heart of the city. This is what awaits you at Librería Albareda, a center specialized in healing and inner growth with books as its central axis, located at Calle Albareda, No. 19.

Here you can find books related to self-help topics, but also spirituality and psychology. In addition, they have other items such as minerals and stones, Tibetan bowls, pendulums, incense or tarot cards.

Beyond theoretical information, Albareda offers comprehensive care in different therapies. On the second and third floors, activities, training, workshops and consultations are held so that you can take your healing and personal growth practices from paper to reality.