Mast books is a straightforward book store stocking used and rare volumes on a variety of topics. In 2009, Brian Leitgeb and his wife opened Mast Books on Avenue A in New York City’s East Village. The shop’s prices remain modest and affordable, and the collection of used books reflects Leitgeb’s personal taste—including literary fiction and poetry. The store stocks used affordable volumes as well. With a focus on art books and literary theory, Mast Books is small but mighty. Plus, they’re open until 10 p.m. most nights, in the event you need some emergency Barthes or Butler.