Mary Read

Mary Read is a feminist and LGBTQ bookshop at Calle del Marqués de Toca 3, a few minutes' walk from Atocha station on the Lavapiés side. It is named after the 18th-century pirate who sailed disguised as a man. The shelves focus on queer, feminist and gender-studies titles, mostly in Spanish, and the shop also runs book presentations, talks and workshops. Google reviews are very high, about 4.9 from nearly 300 ratings, with staff recommendations singled out. It is a good stop on a Lavapiés walk and an easy place to find out about upcoming community events. Opening hours are not listed here, so check its social media before going.