Yu & Me Books 📍 44 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10013 🌐 yuandmebooks.com Tucked into Manhattan’s Chinatown, Yu & Me Books is a warm, welcoming bookstore and café that feels like a hug in shop form. It’s the only Asian American woman-owned bookstore in NYC, created by Lucy Yu to highlight stories by authors of color and build a community space that feels personal and safe. Why you’ll love it • 📚 Curated selection of books by Asian and BIPOC authors • ☕ Cozy café inside — grab a coffee or tea and stay awhile • 🛋️ Comfy seating and quiet corners perfect for reading, journaling, or reflecting • 🎨 Thoughtful merch like pins, prints, and stickers from local Asian creators • ❤️ Rebuilt with love after a 2023 fire, thanks to community support Every corner is filled with care and intention. Whether you’re here for the books, a moment of calm, or just to feel connected — this space holds it all.