In France, one out of every four books sold is a comic book, and one out of every two comics sold is a manga. That's tens of millions of copies sold every year, and this figure doesn't even take into account the second-hand market, which is particularly popular with comics fans. Whether because of their price (€15 to €20 for a classic Franco-Belgian comic) or the length of the series (most mangas have over 30 volumes, some over 100), comics, mangas and other graphic novels are particularly popular with second-hand bookshop customers.
In this guide, you'll find a selection of Parisian bookshops specializing in the sale of second-hand comics and mangas, as well as general bookshops with a section dedicated to the 9th art. You'll discover great deals that will change your wallet's life.
Manga Story and Tsume Store: the temple of used and new manga bookshops
In the heart of Boulevard Voltaire, you'll find a bookshop familiar to all manga fans. Manga Story, and its extension Tsume Store, are brimming with books, both new and second-hand, as well as figurines, plush toys and other products derived from your favorite anime. [Read more]
Aaapoum Bapoum, the second-hand bookshop specializing in comics, manga and graphic novels: photos and reportage
Aaapoum Bapoum is one of the essential second-hand bookshops for all comic book readers. On the shelves of Aaapoum Bapoum, in the Latin Quarter, you'll find franco-belge, manga and comics at knock-down prices, as well as rarities, antiquarian books and first editions. [Read more]
MCBD Shop, the used manga and retrogaming bookshop near Bastille: report
Near the Faubourg Saint-Antoine, you'll find a small, unassuming manga store that's a must for fans of the genre. MCBD Shop offers second-hand books, complete collections and retrogaming. [Read more]
Manga Dori, the second-hand manga and cosplay bookshop a stone's throw from Bastille: photos and report
If you're looking for second-hand manga, the Manga Dori bookshop in the 11th arrondissement is the place for you! [Read more]
Book Off, the best second-hand bookshop in Paris: photos and report
With its three stores dotted around Paris, the Japanese brand Book Off is well established in the capital. And with good reason: it's one of the best second-hand bookshops, with its vast selection and ultra-affordable prices. [Read more]
Antique and second-hand book market, every weekend in Parc Georges Brassens - Our photos
For over 35 years, the halles du parc Georges Brassens have been transformed into an open-air bookshop every weekend, for the antique and second-hand book market. [Read more]
Gibert Joseph, an entire building dedicated to culture in the heart of the Latin Quarter: report
With its wide selection of new and second-hand products, Gibert Joseph is a long-established address for Latin Quarter regulars, selling books, CDs, DVDs and much more. [Read more]
Recyclivre opens an ephemeral second-hand bookshop in Paris, selling books for as little as €2.
To take advantage of hundreds of books for as little as 2 euros and literary events, head to Pop'hope helios, in the 2nd arrondissement, from October 13 to 15, 2023, to immerse yourself in Recyclivre's ephemeral second-hand bookshop! [Read more]
Boulinier: the second-hand bookshop with unbeatable prices in the Latin Quarter
One of Paris's best-known bookstores, Boulinier was founded in 1845 and has seven locations in Paris and the Paris region. The best-known is, of course, the one in the Latin Quarter, on boulevard Saint-Michel. [Read more]
Librairie L'Odyssée: the ideal place to buy second-hand books in the 10th arrondissement
Located on Avenue Parmentier, in the 10th arrondissement, L'Odyssée bookshop awaits you with a huge selection of second-hand books and comics. [Read more]
"Quinze.bis": the Gibert bookstore concept store in Paris
The historic Gibert bookstore chain, despite difficulties in recent years, is hoping to capitalize on the second-hand boom and is inventing new bookstore concepts with the opening of its "Quinze.bis" store from September 30, 2021 in Paris. [Read more]
Bouquinistes des quais de Seine: a historic institution for art lovers - Photos
Constantly threatened with closure, the kiosks on the quays of the Seine have been part of the Parisian landscape for over a century and a half, and are a treasure trove of culture and art at low prices. [Read more]
The historical comics fair this Sunday, April 28
Sponsored - Join us at the Musée de la Grande Guerre du Pays de Meaux on Sunday April 28 for a meeting with authors of comic strips dedicated to history! [Read more]
L'Amour du Noir, the second-hand bookshop that celebrates bad genres - Photos and reportage
Thrillers, pulps and noir novels take pride of place at "L'Amour du Noir", a wonderful second-hand bookshop with shelves overflowing with treasures. It can be found on rue du Cardinal Lemoine, a stone's throw from the Institut du Monde Arabe. [Read more]
Salon International du Livre Rare et des Arts Graphiques 2023 at the Grand Palais Éphémère
An exceptional book fair will be held at the Grand Palais Éphémère from September 22 to 24, 2023, the only one of its kind in the world to bring together rare and antiquarian books, accessible to all budgets, for collectors and novices alike. [Read more]
And for more good deals, check out our other guide to second-hand bookshops.
Bookshops: where to buy second-hand novels and essays in Paris?
Attention literature fans! Paris is bursting with second-hand bookshops, full of bargains. If you want to fill bags with novels or essays for a handful of euros, these are the stores for you. [Read more]
Bookshops: where to buy second-hand novels and essays in Paris?
