BOOKKU in KL Sentral
Malaysian bookworms can agree to feeling the pinch in our wallets as paperback prices no longer come cheaply – the hunt for affordable books in Kuala Lumpur can be quite the challenge. Luckily, there are still spots like BOOKKU.
Since its opening in KL’s bustling KL Sentral in 2022, under the name SUN@MAG, this spot has established itself as a bookstore among book lovers and students who want to go on a book spending spree without breaking the bank. Books here are priced from just RM10.
An extensive book selection at affordable prices
Among the flurry of commuters and office workers in KL’s busiest transit hubs stands BOOKKU. The bookstore, tucked in a quiet little corner of KL Sentral, houses a wide array of books sold at affordable prices.
Here, you can browse an extensive array of English fiction and non-fiction books, ranging from well-known classic literature and children’s story books to biographies and cookbooks. In addition to these genres, there are also educational and instructional books for children tucked in the shelves.
The bookstore offers books from well-known authors such as Jane Austen and Oscar Wilde, to more obscure books that you wouldn’t find in most commercial bookstores.
Image adapted from: @intj.reads via Instagram
For bibliophiles who just love all things vintage, BOOKKU is also a great place to scavenge around. They have a collection of books that are no longer in print, with some sourced from older publications, too.
Moreover, the bookstore also has a sizable inventory of Malay fiction and non-fiction books.
Image credit: @sunmagmy via Instagram
The price range for most of the books is between RM10 and RM15 each, which is less than half of what you would normally pay at your conventional bookstore in the city. You can also get a bundle deal when you purchase three books, which will set you back only RM25.
Do note that the store only accepts eWallet and cash payments, so come prepped with these in hand if you’re planning on getting your tote bag filled with new titles.
How to get to BOOKKU in KL Sentral
Image credit: KL Sentral
To some, KL Sentral is a maze to navigate through. Finding a bookstore in KL’s busiest transit hub is akin to finding a needle in a haystack. But we have your back. To find BOOKKU, start by walking to the KL Sentral Departure Hall. Look for myNews there, and make your way towards it. Once you’ve made your way here, walk through a passageway lined with more stores.
Then, make a right turn, and BOOKKU will be just around the corner.
BOOKKU, an affordable bookstore hidden inside KL Sentral
Whether you’re a commuter, book-lover, or someone who just happens to be at the transit hub, the prices listed on the banners around BOOKKU are sure to leave you curious about its selections.
Address: KL Sentral Departure Hall, Jalan Stesen Sentral, 50470, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11am-7.30pm, Daily
Contact: 010-9008293 | BOOKKU Instagram | Facebook
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Cover image adapted from: SUN@MAG via Google Reviews, @intj.reads via Instagram