Politics and Prose Bookstore

Politics and Prose Bookstore Washington, D.C.’s premier independent bookstore and cultural hub. Politics and Prose Bookstore is Washington, D.C.’s premier independent bookstore.
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We're devoted to cultivating community and strengthening the common good through books, programs, and a respectful exchange of ideas.

Members make a difference, become one today! In-stores and on our website!
06/22/2026

Members make a difference, become one today! In-stores and on our website!

Happy Juneteenth! Our display celebrates the holiday with a collection of literature and non-fiction to honor past histo...
06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth! Our display celebrates the holiday with a collection of literature and non-fiction to honor past histories, present truths, and everlasting voices. Full book list at link in bio

Calling all fans! We are celebrating the release of the new Heartstopper Volume 6 Ave! We will have trivia + the chance...
06/18/2026

Calling all fans! We are celebrating the release of the new Heartstopper Volume 6 Ave! We will have trivia + the chance to win prizes, a friendship bracelet station, and some extra activities! Those who order a book through P&P will be eligible for giveaways! (While supplies last!)

Paige Lewis! An explanation of Bloomsday (and how to read Ulysses)! Another episode of So Many Books 🙌📚🫶Listen at the li...
06/15/2026

Paige Lewis! An explanation of Bloomsday (and how to read Ulysses)! Another episode of So Many Books 🙌📚🫶

Listen at the link in our bio.

Hardcover favorites now out in paperback🤗
06/14/2026

Hardcover favorites now out in paperback🤗

06/11/2026

Who else is ready for the World Cup🥳🥳🥳

It’s showtime! 🎟️😊Two lucky winners will win four tickets to see Beetlejuice at the National Theatre.Make sure to enter ...
06/10/2026

It’s showtime! 🎟️😊Two lucky winners will win four tickets to see Beetlejuice at the National Theatre.

Make sure to enter with the link in our bio before June 29 — you won’t want to miss this show, only here in DC from July 7-19.
Get Tickets:
https://www.broadwayatthenational.com/show/beetlejuice/

06/09/2026

Bookseller magic🪄

Adopt pets and shop for books on June 20th’s Wags at the Wharf event with Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and Politics and Prose...
06/05/2026

Adopt pets and shop for books on June 20th’s Wags at the Wharf event with Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and Politics and Prose! From 10AM-12PM, browse for books and meet these incredible dogs looking for their forever homes🐶❤️

It’s here! The annual Summer Reads Booklist Video with Lissa and Anton🌅🌊 Link in bio for the full video of incredible re...
06/04/2026

It’s here! The annual Summer Reads Booklist Video with Lissa and Anton🌅🌊 Link in bio for the full video of incredible recs!!

Address

5015 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington D.C., DC
20008

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 10pm
Wednesday 9am - 10pm
Thursday 9am - 10pm
Friday 9am - 10pm
Saturday 9am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 9pm

Telephone

(202) 364-1919

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