A Review of Half Moon Books (Tivoli)

48 Broadway, Tivoli, NY

I found this shop tucked away in the quiet village of Tivoli, maybe a twenty minute drive south of Hudson, NY, and when I say this shop was a pleasure to browse, I truly mean it. Half Moon has a sister shop over in Saugerties, and while that one is bustling and busy, this one has an art gallery vibe to it, the kind of bookshop equally suited to hosting an exhibition as often as a reading. But the most important aspects, the books and diversity, are still great draws no matter the space.

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A Review of Half Moon Books

35 N. Front Street, Kingston, NY

I stopped into this curious little shop at the end of a long day of browsing, and even though I was getting tired after trekking through the rain and wind, this shop still surprised me with their eclectic selection and the deep cuts they had hidden within. And the books were organized in interesting ways too, like the excellent cultural- and science-focused section called “smart, but not exhausting.” They really make good use of their space and there’s a lot more happening inside than you may expect at first glance. They have a thrift shop too, so if you go I assure you that you’ll be in for a pretty diverse mix of topics and editions.

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