About Us
Our Story
The passion, vision, and story behind what we do
Our Story
Read Bengali Book Store was founded with a simple mission: to make quality Bengali literature accessible to every reader in Kolkata. Located in the vibrant Lake Market area of Kalighat, we've been serving the literary community since 2010.
What started as a modest bookshop has grown into a cultural landmark — a place where students discover Tagore, researchers find rare manuscripts, children discover the joy of Bengali stories, and bibliophiles lose themselves in shelves of poetry, fiction, and literary criticism.
We believe that books are more than products — they're portals to other worlds, bridges between generations, and keepers of our language and culture. That's why we curate every title with care, from timeless classics by Tagore and Bankim to contemporary voices shaping modern Bengali literature.
Values
What We Stand For
The principles that guide everything we do
Curated Collection
Handpicked Bengali titles — classics, contemporary fiction, poetry, children's books, and academic works.
Literary Community
A gathering place for readers, writers, and thinkers — regular author events and book discussions.
Language Preservation
Committed to promoting and preserving Bengali language and literature for future generations.
Personal Service
Knowledgeable staff who read what they sell — personalized recommendations for every reader.
Team
Meet Our Team
The talented people behind the experience
Read Bengali Team
Curators & Booksellers