City of Asylum Bookstore | An independent bookstore specializing in works in translation and world literature

Featured Event

Kathleen George / The Blues Walked In

Sunday, July 8, 2018 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Join us for a reading with mystery writer, Kathleen George, who will present her new novel, The Blues Walked In.

For more information and to RSVP to this free event, please visit: http://www.alphabetcity.org/events/kathleen-george/

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Our bookstore is the project of City of Asylum Pittsburgh, a nonprofit commited to promoting freedom of expression. All sales directly support the organization. Search for your favorite books using the search bar above. You will find titles that we carry on our shelves, as well as many that we can order for you. We are happy to hold an item for you to pick up in the store or to ship to your home.

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Author Event Calendar: Upcoming

City of Asylum Book Club

06/26/2018 - 6:00pm
Kathleen George / The Blues Walked In

07/08/2018 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm