Librería Desperate Literature (Bookstore), Madrid

OMG, maybe the best library ever, not just in Madrid, but in Europe. The owners are so nice and there are sometimes activities with a belgium woman, really interested and interesting

A real treat for the Madrid expat community (and locals too)! Well curated, wide selection of amazing literature as well as a spot for many to connect. The best English, French and Spanish books catering to most tastes & friendly and helpful staff who contribute to Madrid’s literary landscape in an extraordinary way. If you’re around longer in Madrid, check out their events as well!

Libros libros y mas libros, literatura y habla inglesa, si no lo tienen, te lo buscan lo encargan y te lo traen. Muy centrico y agradable. Atención amable y experienxia!

Great selection if you're looking for books in English, Spanish, French. There's some in German, too. Good prices. I'm definitely going back.

We received excellent service here. Exceptionally surprised that Terry had an answer to all of our questions about the books we inquired about. He clearly knows the inventory well and is well read. They have an excellent selection of English books. So happy we made it here.

Buena librería. Si no tienes lo que buscas, te aconsejan sin forzar. En mi caso han acertado de pleno. Me he llevado 3 libros (1 de segunda mano) por 38€.

The best bookstore in Madrid I’m in love with it, and the best part is the staff’s willingness to help!

My FAVORITE PLACE! Such an amazing place that has a strong vibe on its own. Somehow you just leave all your worries behind the second just emerse yourself into this magical bookshop.

Small shop but excellent selection of English and French books! Great range and well organized plus the shopkeeper has great recommendations, very well read in many diverse genres, incredibly kind and welcoming, and spoke impeccable English and French! I can’t speak to the Spanish title selection (don’t speak much Spanish unfortunately). Great mix of non fiction and fiction, classic and contemporary lit, short stories, poetry, and some original art prints available.
Highly recommend - reasonable prices for new books, good prices for used (of course, higher than in UK/other English speaking countries but still cheaper than the airport and way better selection!) I never leave reviews but such a good experience here i simply had to.

If you enjoy reading and love books then DO NOT SKIP THIS GEM OF A BOOK STORE! The owner speaks English and the small store has a lot of books and genres in Spanish, English & French. Don't be fooled by its size it is the Tardis of book stores; small on the outside, big on the inside. They sell new and used books. Though the store is not cheap it is worth a visit. When you go make sure to ask for a book tour. The owner will be happy to open her showcase of signed first edition books to peruse through. As the owner told me, "The bookstore is open every day until the end of time. "

Lovely bookshop, great selection of english books. Also has a nice section for those learning spanish.

Excelente oferta de libros en inglés en un espacio muy agradable y con carácter. También tienen en español.

Amazing local book shop! Picked up some first editions and various editions for my collection here!

Un sitio hermoso y con libros a muy buen precio sin duda hay que pasarse si estas en madrid. El chico que trabajaba se notaba que sabía un montón, así da gusto comprar.

This is my absolute favorite library. It is the simples action to go and buy a second hand book and support local businesses. They have some amazing editions, I personally have gone home with very old editions and couldn't be happier. They are always very nice and helpful. Besides you can tell that they love books as much as the customer.

Una librería de lo más entrañable, con libros en inglés, francés y castellano. Muchos de ellos con notas de los libreros que resumen en 2 líneas la esencia del libro y hacen recomendaciones súper personalizadas. Un gustazo!

La mejor selección de libros (para mi gusto) de Madrid. Prosa, poesía, libros de arte y psicología - todos elegidos con un gran criterio y gusto. Muchas joyas descatalogadas y ediciones raras de encontrar. Siempre una buena opción para buscar un regalo.

Favorite bookstore in Madrid. Can’t wait to be back. Staff is always friendly and informative. Great selection!

Amazing place for international books! English books, French ones, Spanish books for beginners: new and used. Every member of the staff is so caring and nice and speaks several languages, it’s a lovely experience! And they even take your books back to exchange against new ones, amazing service for people moving places!

Cuando cruzas el umbral, se para el tiempo. La configuración del local, la iluminación cálida, el ambiente acogedor y la amabilidad al atenderte, hace que se pase el tiempo volando y te quieras quedar horas. Y, last but not least, el catálogo es amplísimo y puedes encontrar sorpresas en sus estanterías. Un sitio de obligada visita para lectores y bobliófilos.