Welcome to the 18 August Ave Bookshop Collection

Listed are some of our recommended reads on our bookshop.

Feel free to browse our curated book list or search millions of titles that you may not see listed on our site on our bookshop.

At 18 August Ave, we believe every child deserves to see themselves in the stories they read. Our curated children’s book collection centers BIPOC authors, family literacy, and wellness, giving parents, educators, and caregivers the tools to build inclusive home libraries.

Our Bookshop Collection is designed for families who want more than just books — they want meaningful stories that affirm identity, celebrate culture, and encourage wellness. From joyful picture books to thought-provoking middle grade adventures, young adult favorites, and grown shelf picks for parents, we offer titles that reflect the real experiences of diverse communities.

What You’ll Find in Our Bookshop

  • Picture Books that nurture imagination and representation for young readers.

  • Middle Grade & YA stories that inspire resilience, self-expression, and identity exploration.

  • The Grown Shelf with impactful reads for parents, guardians, and educators.

Every purchase supports our mission to bring family literacy programs, enrichment events, and mental health resources to the Brooklyn community and beyond.

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Why Choose 18 August Ave on Bookshop.com?

We are more than a bookstore — we’re a Brooklyn-based hub for diverse stories and family growth. Our pop-up events, book clubs, and curated subscriptions make reading accessible, fun, and healing. Whether you’re shopping for a child’s first picture book, a teen’s next favorite series, or a parent-child read-together pick, you’ll find it here.

👉 Browse the Bookshop Collection today and discover stories that empower, uplift, and connect your whole family.

Every child deserve to Play Read Grow.

Find Your Next Favorite Read at Our Bookshop.