Three Lives & Company — Local services in New York

This review is for their new curbside pickup process. There's a link on the website now to a straight-forward google form where you can request a book. I filled it out over the weekend, looking for a copy of Dune. I got a cheerful phone call on Monday morning telling me that it was in stock and that I could pick it up as soon as half an hour from then. We confirmed my order, discussed price, and then they took my payment details over the phone. Quick and painless.

When I swung by at lunchtime, all I had to do was step in the front door and give my name, and a staff member brought the book over for me. The brown paper wrapping with a custom sticker was a nice touch, as was the Three Lives & Co. bookmark they tucked inside the front cover. I'm excited to have the store back! Definitely give the curbside pick-up a try if you're in the...

My favorite bookstore in NYC. It’s small, but very well curated. The space is beautiful and the staff is knowledgeable and friendly.

I’m often pleasantly surprised that Three Lives has exactly what I’m looking for and, when they haven’t, they’re more than happy to order it. They have lots of signed books and several events with authors throughout the year. They also have a selection of cards and offer gift wrapping, so it’s a great place to shop for someone else too!

I think it’s important to support local businesses, and this is always the first place I check for used books, even over local chains I like such as McNally Jackson. Not to be missed if you’re in the West Village or doing a bookshop...

I love Three Lives! I am in the area frequently so it has become a regular stop for me to pop in and treat myself— whether I actually purchase something or not, I consider it a treat. The staff is friendly and helpful and there is definitely a sense of community inside. From regulars to tourists, you can tell everyone feels intrigued and welcomed.

It is very small and FULL of books so I always ask to leave my coffee at the counter and keep my gigantic backpacks to a minimum.

Like I said the staff is helpful and communicative. They are happy to order a book for you if they don’t have it in stock.

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