We opened in Graefekiez (Schönleinstr 32. right off the U8 between Schlawinchen and Olivio) in 2021, but we’ve lived around here for a decade before that, long enough to remember (and sorely miss) Dialogue books who came before us. We have a range of curated second-hand books and programmed collections and shelves from friends and connections. Whether it’s an academic collection of queer coded classical poetry or a new parent’s list of books that tell the story of their childhood, we aim to offer space for the personal (and political); the elements of experience, opinion, translation, creation and giving that make a book more than just ink on paper (or screen). Mostly English language, mostly second-hand, always exceptional.

With space for readings and discussions we hope to make ivallan’s a place for the weird, wonderful, odd and outcast to feel at home in their Kiez with a book in their hand. Come by and visit us in the store (we also have exceptional Passenger coffee and P&T tea) or find us online at ivallansbooks.com or on the social networks.