“A room without books is like a body without a soul.” ― Marcus Tullius Cicero
As every part of the world acknowledges, books are always a source of learning and obtaining education. So whether it is a bookstore or a library, it is one of the place that we should be there for lifelong learning.
These days, these book spots are not only places to get the books that we wanted, but many of them are designed beautifully and makes a good photo for the social media.
Some argued that certain people are there just to snap some photos, but let’s look at the bright side that it gives some non-book lovers a reason to visit the bookstore and library; and one day they will join the tribe and pick up reading.
We have compiled a list of paradise for book lovers around the Greater Kuala Lumpur. Which one will you visit soon?
BookXcess Sunsuria Forum
BookXcess is one of the bookstores that sells cheaper books compared to other major bookstores. Their concept is to purchase overprint books from publishers at a discounted price, and that is why they can sell it at a low price.
On top of that, the team at BookXcess have been creative with the interior design of their stores that it has become an Instagrammable spot which attracts many young people to snap some photos for their social media.
SB-1, Sunsuria Forum,
No.1, Jalan Setia Dagang AL U13/AL,
Seksyen U13, Setia Alam,
40170 Shah Alam, Selangor.
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BookXcess REXKL
Inside the reborn 1940s REX cinema, BookXcess built towering, maze-like shelves that climb the old auditorium—one of the most photogenic bookstores in Malaysia. The wider REXKL ecosystem adds cafés, pop-ups, and arts events.
REXKL
Jalan Sultan, 50000 Kuala Lumpur.
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Junk Bookstore
Junk Bookstore is one of the oldest and biggest second-hand bookstore in Kuala Lumpur city. Located in one of the old shophouses of the city, they have approximately 3 million books in stock.
If you spend some time there, you might find some treasured books that could earn you some good money.
78, Jalan Tun H S Lee,
50050 Kuala Lumpur.
Monalisa Bookstore
Located in Bukit Jalil, the Monalisa Bookstore is an independent bookstore with a vibes that attracts customers to spend a good time there. The first floor that comprises of the bookstore and a dessert cafe, while the second floor features chairs and more books for you to read through the afternoon.
F-8-1, Pusat Perdagangan Bandar Bukit Jalil,
Persiaran Jalil 1, 57000 Kuala Lumpur.
Lit Books
Lit Books is an independent bookstore that specialises in English literary titles with their curated collection of acclaimed fiction across genres and complemented by a robust selection of non-fiction as well.
More than just a bookstore, Lit was conceived to be a haven for book lovers, where conversation and discourse are encouraged and welcomed.
P-1-11 Tropicana Avenue,
12, Persiaran Tropicana,
47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
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Monsoon Books
A beloved indie perched on the first floor in Seksyen 17 with a strong Mandarin selection and a niche English shelf. Simple, retro interior with a small reading corner—great for unhurried browsing.
1st Floor, 605,
Jalan 17/12, Seksyen 17,
46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Raja Tun Uda Library
The modern library located in Shah Alam is named after Raja Tun Uda bin Raja Muhammad, the first Governor of Penang appointed on August 31, 1957, Malaysia’s independence day.
Besides the great views, the well-equipped library has good facilities including spacious and comfortable workstations, a cafeteria and a popular children’s zone.
The park behind the library surrounds a lake and is lined with trees and plants labelled with informational plaques, making a stroll here quite interesting.
Jalan Kelab Golf 13/6,
Seksyen 13, 40100,
Shah Alam, Selangor.
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Rumah Attap Library & Collective
A volunteer-run arts and humanities library at The Zhongshan Building, dedicated to reading, research, and public discourse. Small, purposeful, and community-minded—expect zines, niche titles, and intimate talks.
84, Jalan Rotan,
Kampung Attap, 50460
Kuala Lumpur.
Tsutaya Bookstore
Famously named as “one of the world’s most beautiful bookstores”, Tsutaya Books is located at Pavilion Bukit Jalil which aims to inspire and transform lifestyle with the store’s concept of “Cultivate Culture & Lifestyle” – offering a conducive environment for developing characters, fostering relationships and strengthening community bonds.
The 31,000 square feet of space comprising of a bookstore, café, specialised merchandise, and activity areas will be a curated lifestyle destination, providing an immersive and relaxing space for the community to gather and discover lifestyle inspiration.
Lot 2.89.00, Level 2 Orange Zone,
Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Persiaran Jalil Utama,
Bandar Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur.
BookXcess Lalaport
A bright, gallery-like BookXcess inside Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport BBCC, ideal for slow browsing and photo-worthy shelf runs. Expect discounted overprint titles across fiction, kids, design, and coffee-table books.
L1-13A & 13B, Level 1,
Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport,
2, Jalan Hang Tuah, Bukit Bintang,
55100 Kuala Lumpur.
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Eslite Spectrum
Taiwan’s iconic bookstore-culture brand has opened its first Southeast Asia flagship at The Starhill in Bukit Bintang. More than a bookstore, eslite spectrum is a creative cultural venue: shelves of Chinese, English, and Malay titles sit alongside design goods, indie magazines, stationery, music, and rotating showcases of Taiwanese and Malaysian creators. Expect gallery-like displays, thoughtful curation, and spaces for performances, talks, and pop-ups—making it a must-visit for book lovers and design enthusiasts alike.
G36 & L1 01-34, The Starhill,
181, Jalan Bukit Bintang,
55100 Kuala Lumpur.
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Riwayat Bookstore
A small-but-mighty indie bookshop housed in a pre-war shophouse near Masjid Jamek, Riwayat champions Malaysian writing and the city’s layered histories. Expect a thoughtful mix of new and used titles across English and Malay, plus translations and small-press gems. Curation often spotlights local authors and KL-centric works—perfect if you’re hunting for stories rooted in place.
34, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur.
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Cite Book Garden 城邦阅读花园
A serene and calm Chinese bookstore spanning two levels in Sri Petaling, Cité specialises in titles from Taiwan, Hong Kong and mainland China—literature, humanities, design, children’s books, and more. It’s equal parts bookstore and calm reading haven, with greenery, soft light, and seating that invites you to linger.
41, Jalan Radin Anum, Bandar Baru Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur.
