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This is like the younger sibling of the bigger chains. It holds a comfortable spot that carries a huge selection of books at affordable prices but is not as overwhelming in size. It has 10 outlets across Singapore but the one at Waterway Point in Punggol is a must-visit. With 1,600 square feet dedicated solely to a childrens' section dubbed Times Junior, featuring not only educational books, toys and activity books but also a fun area for kids to read or interact with other kids.

This is by far the largest bookstore chain in Singapore and a paradise for any booklover regardless of age and background. You can practically spend hours scouring the numerous ceiling-high shelves filled with thousands of titles from all over the world. Not that anyone can ever get bored, but on the off chance that you do, a well-stocked stationery store and cafe are sure to relieve the problem right away. Although there are several locations, the one at Ngee Ann City is a pleasure to manoeuvre around.

This is by far the largest bookstore chain in Singapore and a paradise for any book lover regardless of age and background. You can practically spend hours scouring the numerous ceiling-high shelves filled with thousands of titles from all over the world.

This little gem is exactly what all bookstores should look like. Housed in a conservation shophouse, the space is just what the name implies, littered with books but in a somewhat orderly fashion of course. It doesn't matter if you don't know what you are looking for because the owners will be more than happy to recommend titles and authors. All you have to do is grab the book and go, or stay for that matter.

It may not exactly be in the woods but a walk through this store will make you lose yourself as if you may as well be. Placed in between all the quaint shops in vibrant Tiong Bahru, the bookstore makes its presence felt by the vibrant life-size paintings of all the fictional characters on the glass door and windows. Their success pushed them to open another branch in Forum Mall by the name of Books Ahoy!

A new kid on the block, it is the perfect addition to the warm and cozy neighborhood. This 3-storey bookstore cum cafe cum event space is all about making readers feel engaged, comfortable and lost in imagination all at the same time. There are plenty of popular works, old and new, milling about. Grab what interests you and head to the third floor to settle yourself among the string of fairy lights and big throw cushions. When your tummy starts to rumble, take your pick from a range of healthy gluten free nibbles and a glass of warm tea.