Amanda S.
1/5/2026
A good bookstore is always on my list when visiting a new city & The Ripped Bodice was my Brooklyn bookstore choice! The decor is honestly one of the best I have ever seen, they have tons of...
The Ripped Bodice - Brooklyn
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218 5th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
The Ripped Bodice is an independent bookstore located in Brooklyn, NY, dedicated to the celebration of romance novels. As the first romance-only bookstore in the Northern Hemisphere, it features a diverse selection of romance fiction and a wide array of gift items that emphasize support for independent women-owned businesses.
Founded by sisters Leah Koch and Bea Hodges-Koch in 2016, The Ripped Bodice is proudly woman and Queer owned. The store not only offers an extensive collection of new releases and bestsellers but also engages the community through events and book clubs, fostering a love for the romance genre.
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4.5(48)
Adelina M.
11/4/2025
I was so excited on our trip to New York that we were able to stop by this bookstore. I love reading and romance is definitely one topic that is always fun to read. So this is a bookstore that...
Michael C.
10/18/2025
I loved this place so much! They had the cutest interior, fully decked out in all things romance and books. They had a surprisingly massive selection of books to look through. One thing I really...
Kimberly K.
9/14/2025
Loved the store, but the service could have been better. Visited this bookstore during our last trip to NYC, and the store itself is so cute! They have a huge variety of books and merch inside....
Melanie M.
11/13/2025
What a great store! This was my first time visiting this neighborhood in Brooklyn and I already can't wait to go back. The Ripped Bodice was filled with so many books. I had tickets to an author...
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