Midnight
Books
A revolutionary bookstore & community space in Los Angeles
A Community Space & Revolutionary Bookstore in Los Angeles
Midnight Books is entering its 5th and strongest year. From our home at 941 E 2nd Street in LA's Arts District, we build community through books, political and popular education, and partnerships like our work with Dawah Grocery Delivery Service. Our shelves center revolutionary thought, liberation movements, and the voices that shape real change.
- ◆ Revolutionary & radical literature, curated with purpose
- ◆ Political education, popular education & community programming
- ◆ A space for organizing, learning & building together
Staff Picks, New Arrivals & Essential Reading
Revolutionary thought, radical history, liberation theology, and the literature that moves us. Our shelves reflect the struggles and triumphs of our communities.
One Hundred Years of Solitude
The House of Spirits
Citizen: An American Lyric
Braiding Sweetgrass
Pedro Páramo
The Wretched of the Earth
Freedom Is a Constant Struggle
Pedagogy of the Oppressed
Carry A Piece Of Midnight Books With You
Handmade goods, limited-edition prints, and everyday essentials with our signature folk-art style.
Jaguar Tote Bag
Heavyweight canvas with our signature jaguar print. Perfect for hauling home a stack of books.
$24.00Enamel Pin Set
Jaguar, moon & pomegranate — set of 3 collectible pins in folk-art style.
$14.00Ceramic Mug
Hand-thrown, 12oz with folk art jaguar. For coffee, tea, and late-night reading sessions.
$22.00Crew T-Shirt
100% cotton, jaguar back print. Soft, pre-shrunk, and made for book lovers.
$30.00Letterpress Bookmark Set
Set of 5 with pomegranate & floral designs. Printed on thick cotton stock.
$10.00Embroidered Patch
Iron-on jaguar patch, 3" diameter. For jackets, bags, or whatever needs a midnight upgrade.
$8.00Programming, Education & Community Events
Weekly community grocery distribution in partnership with Dawah Grocery Delivery Service. Fresh produce and essentials for the neighborhood — no questions asked.
A facilitated discussion on the intersections of Indigenous sovereignty, tenant organizing, and the fight against displacement in Los Angeles. Readings provided in advance.
Learn risograph printing, collage, and binding techniques. Bring your ideas — we'll bring the supplies and the spirit. All skill levels welcome.
Our monthly reading group digs into Freire's foundational text on education as a practice of freedom. Snacks and discussion guides provided.
An evening of poetry, spoken word, and storytelling from our community. Sign up starts at 6:30 PM — all voices welcome.
Common Questions
Midnight Books is a revolutionary bookstore and community space in the Arts District of Los Angeles. We sell books, host political and popular education programming, and build community through mutual aid and solidarity work.
We're always looking for collaborators. Whether you want to lead a workshop, organize a reading group, or partner on community programming, reach out via our contact form or email us at hello@midnightbooks.com.
We work with Dawah Grocery Delivery Service on community-based mutual aid grocery distributions. This is part of our commitment to serving the material needs of our neighborhood alongside the intellectual and cultural ones.
Yes — we ship merch and select titles nationwide. Email us for special orders, bulk orders for reading groups, or signed copies when available.
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Location
941 E 2nd Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Hours
Mon — Thu: 10 AM – 10 PM
Fri — Sat: 10 AM – Midnight
Sunday: 11 AM – 8 PM
Get in Touch
hello@midnightbooks.com